Job Description

Childline Zimbabwe is a Private Voluntary Organisation which is registered under the laws of Zimbabwe, specialising in child protection, championing, guarding and protecting their rights through the provision of safe, confidential and child friendly reporting mechanisms centred around a free 24 hour counselling services. Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the position of a Communications Officer in Childline Zimbabwe reporting to the Programmes Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Writing, editing, and distributing content including publications, press releases, website content, annual reports, speeches, and other marketing material that communicates the organization’s activities and services.
2. Documentation of best practices models and publications of newsletters and story book.
3. Developing and implementing effective communications activities for internal and external audiences.
4.Ensuring consistency in terms of voice, branding, messaging and frequency of posting via digital channels.
5.Handling media enquiries and creating effective news releases to gain positive press coverage.
6.Developing and delivering well-executed and effective campaigns.
7.Developing and maintaining networking relationships with external stakeholders and partners.
8.Lead in coordination of fundraising and networking events.
9. Collaborating with management to develop and implementing an effective communications strategy based on our target audience.
10. Responding to media inquiries, arrange interviews, and act as a spokesperson for the organization.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Media or related field.
• 2+ years’ relevant experience in a communications role.
• Class 4 driver’s license with 2 years of continuous driving experience.
•Experience of handling complex communications campaigns
•Wide breadth of multi-channel communications
•Experience of producing a range of marketing materials
•Relevant degree of equivalent experience

How to Apply

To apply, please send your documents in PDF that includes your cover letter describing your interest, qualifications, contactable references, and your CV to Childline Human Resources at [email protected] . Applications should be clearly marked with the position applied for in the email subject line.
Childline is an equal opportunity organization and encourages both female and male candidates to apply. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Applicants will be considered on a rolling basis and shortlisting will proceed as applications are received. Zimbabwean candidates are encouraged to apply.