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COMMUNICATIONS AND LIAISON SPECIALIST |
Peace Corps Zambia |
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Posted 2018-10-05 01:08:03
Peace Corps Zambia wishes to
invite applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the under listed
full-Time positions.
In order to be selected for these
positions, the applicant must be a Zambian Citizen, must not have been employed
in intelligence-related activities, and must submit an application that clearly
documents how they meet each of the following mandatory requirements.
Applicants may apply for more than one position.
Communications and Liaison
Specialist VA 23/2018
Location: Lusaka
Starting Salary: ZMW 241,791.00/Annum
Work hours: Full-time; 40 hours/week
General Description
The Peace Corps Communications
Specialist will work with the Country Director (CD), Director of Provincial
Operations and Program Performance (DPOPP) and PC staff to create and deliver content
across various media to tell the PC Zambia story.
As Liaison Officer, facilitate
communications with key stakeholders, manage VIP visits and major events,
liaise with organizations requesting PCVs and advise staff and Volunteers on
protocol and provide support to CD and USDH on external relations and other key
partner outreach. This position will also provide back-up support to the
Management Support Officer/Grants Coordinator.
Required Qualifications
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BA or BS degree in
Communications, Public Relations, Media Studies, Journalism or related field is
required. a Master’s Degree in a related field is will be an added advantage.
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Minimum of three (3) years of
communications (public relations, journalism, media or related field) and event
management professional experience with an international, multi-cultural
organization working in community development or adult training is required.
Experience working with a US government agency or contractor will be an added
advantage.
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Minimum of three (3) years
professional experience with websites and any other aspect of a communications,
media, marketing, or journalism effort to create and deliver important content
to a diverse audience including social media, such as Facebook, Twitter,
Instagram, etc. Professional experience in photography and video will be an
added advantage.
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English proficiency (reading and
writing) is required.
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A successful applicant must have
knowledge of the following:
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How to use various media to communicate
important information to a diverse audience.
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Social media outlets, basic
publishing tools/applications, and basic photography and video tools/practices
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Communications and marketing
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Working with Volunteers
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Collaborating with host country
partners
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Peace Corps’ mission, goals, and
program
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Zambian culture
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Key Microsoft Office software,
including Word, Excel and Power Point; Knowledge of Microsoft Publisher will an
added advantage
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Must be highly resourceful and
creative, with strong interpersonal skills able to: a) research, write, develop
and publish content across different media, b) work independently in
inter-cultural organization to meet important goals in a timely manner, c)
communicate effectively with diverse colleagues;
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Strong computer skills (Microsoft),
including typing and basic trouble shooting of computer systems. Successful
completion of necessary background and security clearances
For detailed
job specifications and submission instructions, please visit the US Embassy
website: https://zm.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs
Applications and supporting
documentation including a typed cover letter, CV that clearly documents how you
meet each of the above requirements, and at least three traceable references
must be submitted by close of business October 18, 2018.
Address applications to:
The Human Resources Specialist,
Peace Corps Zambia,
Plot 71A Kabulonga Rd.
P.O. Box 50707, Lusaka, Zambia
Email: zm01-jobs@zm.peacecorps.gov clearly
stating your name and position applied for in the subject line of your email
(E.g. John Doe, Communications and Liaison Specialist)
The United States Peace Corps is an Equal Opportunity
Employer