Country: United Republic of Tanzania
Closing date: 13 Oct 2017
Place of work: Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania with travel to Kyela and Mbeya, Tanzania
Contract duration: Full-time 40 hours per week over a 7 month period with possibility for a 12 month extension on a part-time basis.
Projected start date: 23 October, 2017
Reports to: Country Manager, Tanzania
About HOT
Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team (HOT) is a US-based NGO and global community of thousands of volunteers working together to use maps and open data for humanitarian response and the Sustainable Development Goals. As the world’s preeminent participatory mapping NGO, HOT has fostered a global mapping community composed of more than 40,000 people with ground operations in five countries. When major disaster strikes anywhere in the world, HOT rallies this global network to create the maps and data that enable responders to reach those in need.
HOT has collaborated with the World Bank in Tanzania since 2015 as implementing partner for the community mapping component of the Ramani Huria (“Open Map” in English) program. During this time, HOT has trained nearly 500 young people in open geospatial data and participatory mapping methods through a partnership including Ardhi University and the Tanzania Red Cross Society. Starting in September 2017, HOT has partnered with IREX on the Data Zetu project. Data Zetu aims to empower communities to make better, more evidence-based decisions to improve their lives. Through partnerships and collaborations with local communities, Data Zetu works with stakeholders to build skills and develop digital and offline tools that make information accessible to everyone.
About the Position – Communications Specialist
The Communications Specialist will lead HOT’s external communications and outreach across the Ramani Huria and Data Zetu projects. From print to digital communications, to in-person interviews and relations with the media, the Communications Specialist will ensure professional outreach and engagement of all parties with interest in the project, both internal and external. This includes creation of marketing materials, social media outreach, blogging and conference outreach.
Responsibilities
Communicate project progress and successes regularly with stakeholders including the public, the Government of Tanzania, development stakeholders eg World Bank, UK Department for International Development, and others
Present information and analysis to citizens on information gathered through the community mapping exercise in all appropriate forums both within the project task team, secretariat and with outside stakeholders as appropriate
Prepare and deliver presentations on the project to technical specialists at the World Bank, IREX and donors
Disseminate information at the local level through media including newspapers, public billboards, posters and advertisements
Work with journalists in Tanzania and internationally to increase exposure and coverage of the Ramani Huria and Data Zetu projects
Develop and implement social media strategy across channels (Facebook, Twitter; explore use of Instagram)
Produce monthly reports to demonstrate growth in social media activity and engagement
Research and write periodic blog posts for Ramani Huria and Data Zetu related to community mapping
Capture new photo and video content of HOT’s work; coordinate production and editing
Develop and/or manage development of print and digital marketing/communications materials and other information resources to demonstrate the impact of our work
Coordinate editing and layout of periodic reports to donors
Research, design, and develop data use stories and case studies
Manage blog content on www.ramanihura.org and contribe to https://datazetu.or.tz/
Organize conference and event outreach through booths and presentations
Participate regularly in HOT’s global Communications Working Group (every 2 weeks) and coordinate Tanzania communications with HOT global communications
About You
Care deeply about the mission: passionate about humanitarian / development work demonstrated through prior professional or volunteer experiences
Outstanding written and spoken English and Swahili
At least 2 years professional experience with communications and marketing
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (Preferred) candidate in Emergency/Disaster Management, International Affairs, Public or Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, English, Journalism, Marketing, Communications or related field
Clear, concise, and compelling writing skills
Ability to use photo editing and graphic design tools
Excellent data management, organised, and attentive to detail
Professional experience managing social media platforms and developing strategies
Additional desirable skillsets:
Previous experience in journalism or mass media outreach e.g. writing press releases
Skilled in technical writing
Experience in disaster response, open data or open source strongly desired
Experience in creating flyers and brochures (preferably with open source tools)
Experience in video blog shooting and editing
How to apply:
To apply please complete the Online Application Form and send a CV to apply@hotosm.org with "Communications Specialist- Tanzania" in subject line.