Responsibilities:

• Research industry-related topics (combining online sources, interviews and studies)
• Write clear marketing copy to promote our programs and activities
• Prepare well-structured content for all Tech4Dev’s platforms
• Proofread and edit Tech4De’v’s blog posts before publication
• Write the monthly newsletters and create a draft of the monthly calendar
• Submit work to the Communications Lead for input and approval
• Collating and analyzing current communications and messages and ensuring consistency
• Coordinate with the social media and design team to illustrate articles
• Collaborate with the Research and Programs teams
• Conduct simple keyword research and use SEO guidelines to increase web traffic
• Promote content on social media
• Responsible for generating content for all communication materials as well as curating and managing Tech4Dev’s Newsletters and blog(s).
• Identify needs and gaps in our content and recommend new topics
• Ensure all-around consistency (style, fonts, images and tone)
• Uploading content to multiple platforms
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, layout and design, and professional printing/publishing skills are essential, including the ability to present concepts verbally
• Develop communication strategies for initiative launches and advocacy

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of working experience as an experienced Digital Media Professional
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or any relevant field of study

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent Interpersonal and Communication skills
• Must be able to identify trends and create content that fits per time
• Outstanding social media engagement (Social media Savviness)
• Strong storytelling, short video editing and Copyrighting skills
• Good writing, professional documentation and exceptional email etiquette
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent time-management skills
• Creativity: Ability to ‘think outside the box
• Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements