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*About AGI*
AGI is working for a future in which Africas development is led by Africans, with governments that are capable of setting and achieving priorities that reflect the rising aspirations and expectations of their citizens. To achieve this vision, we provide practical advice and support to help African leaders to bridge the gap between their vision for a better future and the capacity of their governments to achieve it. We work with countries currently Sierra Leone, Liberia, Rwanda and Guinea that are at turning points and where we have had an invitation from the Head of Government to provide capacity development support.
Our model combines the experience of AGIs founder and Patron, Mr. Blair, with on-the-ground teams of professionals working shoulder-to-shoulder with counterparts in the heart of partner governments in Presidential Offices, Investment Agencies and key Ministries to develop capacity and put in place the skills, systems and structures needed to drive the delivery of real results on the ground. We are a young organisation but one which has grown fast in the four years since we were founded. Ours is an innovative development model which is showing real impact in our partner countries in Africa.
*Communications Manager*
As AGI grows, we are now are seeking an experienced, energetic Communications Manager to lead our communications work from London. This role requires an all-rounder with good media relations (preferably in a related field), exceptional writing skills, and digital communications experience. The successful candidate will need to be flexible and well-organised with a strong news sense and a keen eye for detail. Responsibilities will include:
- Developing and leading AGIs multi-channel communications and media strategy
- Proactively building and coordinating strategic media relationships with key publications, broadcast media and key media influences
- Working with the media to explain AGIs approach and respond to enquiries
- Creation of all digital content for AGIs website and social media platforms
- Acting as a point of contact for staff on strategic media issues. Being available to all AGIs staff to advise on the media impact of planned activities.
- To research, write and distribute timely media releases.
- Planning and executing major public-facing events, including those involving our Patron and the African leaders we partner
- Providing a media monitoring function, including a speedy and accurate news alerts service
- Acting as media spokesperson for AGI when required
- Providing out-of-hours press cover when required, including at weekends and public holidays
- Managing AGIs part-time Design and Digital Manager
- Working closely with Africa-based AGI project teams to understand their work, successes, and the challenges they face
The role is a new one, and will report to the Director of Strategy and Development.
*What we look for at AGI*
AGIs staff are exceptional, drawn from the best in the international public and private sector. This position will be part of a dynamic and growing team of people, passionate about Africa and committed to innovation. For this role, we are looking for the following:
- Experience developing and leading communications strategies, ideally in a similar field to AGI
- Demonstrated experience in media relations, media production and/or journalism
- Excellent written and spoken English, ability to write well for a range of audiences, especially online (no experience of other languages is required, but proficiency in French is desirable given AGIs activity in Francophone Africa)
- Strong news sense and knowledge of the global media landscape
- Line management experience
- Confidence to plan and execute events at the highest levels
- A keen eye for accuracy and detail
- Microsoft Office, database management and web editing skills
- Flexible, friendly team worker; able to deal with multiple tasks and work to tight deadlines
- Well organised, innovative, self-starter able to work with minimum supervision
- A passion for Africa and AGI's mission
As well as proficiency in AGIs core competences:
- Leadership and organisational awareness
- Building and managing effective relationships, including the ability to navigate complex political environments
- Influencing and coaching and delivering change through others
- Management and delivery, including excellent project management skills
- Strategic planning and decision-making
- Analysis and use of evidence
Salary will be competitive within the charity sector.
To apply, please send a cover letter and CV (no more than 2 pages) to (email address removed) please write Communications Manager in the subject line.
The deadline for applications is close of business on Friday 3rd February.
Whilst we value all applications, we regret that we will only be able to contact successful candidates.
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