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Communications and Advocacy Officer
Communications and Advocacy Officer
Lilongwe, Malawi
Community Health Rights Advocacy is a leading organization dedicated to advancing health equity and advocating for the rights of marginalized communities in Lilongwe, Malawi. We are currently seeking a talented and passionate individual to join our team as a Communications and Advocacy Officer. This role presents an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong commitment to social justice and excellent communication skills to contribute to our mission of creating positive change in the community.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive communications strategies to raise awareness of our organization’s mission, goals, and impact.
- Manage all aspects of external communications, including press releases, newsletters, website content, and social media platforms.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers to amplify our organization’s message and advocacy efforts.
- Create compelling written and visual content, including articles, blog posts, videos, and infographics, to engage stakeholders and supporters.
- Coordinate advocacy campaigns and initiatives aimed at influencing policy change and promoting health rights at local, national, and international levels.
- Represent the organization in meetings, conferences, and public events to enhance our visibility and network with key stakeholders.
- Monitor and analyze media coverage and public discourse related to health rights issues, and provide regular updates and reports to the team.
- Collaborate closely with program staff to ensure alignment between communications activities and organizational objectives.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in communications, advocacy, or related roles, preferably within the nonprofit or social impact sector.
- Proven track record of developing and executing successful communications strategies and advocacy campaigns.
- Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to craft clear, compelling messages for diverse audiences.
- Strong understanding of digital and social media platforms, including content creation, analytics, and community management.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with media contacts, partners, and stakeholders.
- Knowledge of health rights issues, community organizing, and advocacy approaches is an asset.
- Fluency in English and Chichewa, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
- Meaningful work contributing to positive social change in the community.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
If you are a proactive and strategic communicator with a passion for social justice and health rights, we encourage you to apply for this position. Application deadline is 15th of April 2024.
Community Health Rights Advocacy is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.