Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, May 21 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
2. ABOUT THE ROLE
• The Communications Officer will be responsible for the communication role of the Amref’s Learning
for Life (L4L): Building a Resilient and Responsive Health Workforce in Africa programme in Zambia.
This is a 4-year programme in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, that sits in Amref’s
Institute of Capacity Development (ICD), and that will be implemented in Kenya, Senegal and Zambia
during this first phase. The estimated ratio of health workers per population in Africa is 11.2 workers
per 10,000 people, far below the World Health Organisation (WHO) recommended ratio of 44.5. It is
estimated that the global shortage of health workers will increase from 12 to 18 million by 2030 –
which translates to a shortage of six million health workers. Africa also has the world’s fastest growing population, which presents governments and policy makers with opportunities and challenges to ensure sufficient livelihood opportunities for its young population. To address these challenges and accelerate the current Universal Health Coverage (UHC) gains, Amref is implementing this innovative, multi-country, multi-million-dollar programme with the ultimate aim of contributing to increased and sustainable job creation within primary health care (PHC) sectors across Africa.
• S/he will report directly to the Country Manager, but will also work closely with the Programme
Manager to ensure alignment of the communication roles with the overall projects’ requirements.
S/he is required to be a creative thinker with optimal technological skills to provide a range of
communications solutions and execute strategies that help elevate visibility of the Amref health Africa
in Zambia’s agenda, programs, and partners. S/he will collaborate with the country office teams, and
Amref’s communication team to support branding, visibility, and develop communication approaches
and compelling content to showcase Amref’s contribution to the health agenda in the Country, region
and globally, with a view to increase strategic partnerships. The strategies will include social
marketing, campaigns, technical content development, event planning, leadership messaging, website and social media management, and stakeholder outreach among others.

3. ABOUT YOU
• You are a creative communicator who thrives in dynamic and innovative environment, and brings a
blend of strategic thinking, adaptability, and a passion for innovation. You will play a key role in
developing and implementing innovative strategies to enhance project visibility and impact. We are
seeking someone with a knack for crafting compelling messages and utilizing new technologies to
reach diverse audiences effectively. You are proactive, resourceful, and excited to contribute fresh
ideas to communication initiatives.

4. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Global campaigns
• Support the development and implementation of a communication networking strategy
• Identify strategic communications campaigns that will help further Amref Health Africa in Zambia vision and mission.
• Promotion of communications and marketing materials through appropriate digital media channels.
• Produce and disseminate social media content to showcase Amref’s efforts in Zambia Visibility
• Increase the functionality and strengthening social media presence.
• Support the creation of communications material and content that support the Amref Health Africa in Zambia.
• Reach out to influencers, media and beyond in order to arrange story placement on a national and global level.
• Respond to media inquiries according to guidelines set and perform media outreach to achieve brand placement in publications.
• Work with commitment-makers in the region to promote commitments and amplify the success stories from existing commitments.
• Provide metrics and analytics that monitor our visibility.
• Produce fundraising materials in collaboration with the Business Development and MEL Managers.

5. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & ABILITIES
Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent standard of education required, preferably in Communications, Marketing, Digital Media, Journalism, Public Relations, or other directly related field.
• 4+ years of relevant experience in designing and executing modern marketing and communications strategies and campaigns
• Strong experience in the use of technology and social media to advance a communications
strategy/agenda including Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, etc

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 48

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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