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The mission of The Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation is to catalyze Cameron’s and Africa’s socio-economic transformation by focusing on social entrepreneurship, science and technology, innovation, public health and the implementation of progressive policies that together creates economic opportunities for all.

ABOUT THE COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT

The Communication Department manages the Foundation’s external and internal communication and is charged with ensuring the visibility of the Foundation and its activities through the creation of quality content and visuals. The department is also charged with the drafting and implementation of the Foundation’s communication strategy, handling public relations, information output, press releases and media requests, social media, and email newsletters.

Job description:

We are seeking a highly diligent, confident candidate with substantial experience in Corporate Communications to develop and implement effective communications activities for the general public and stakeholders. Write and optimize content for the website, digital newsletters, print publications and social media sites as well as ensure consistency in terms of voice, branding, messaging and frequency of posting via digital channels. This full-time position will be based in Yaoundé.

Core duties

• Development, implementation, and evaluation of the annual communications strategy and communications plan;
• Ensuring that organizational initiatives and projects are successfully supported and communicated to staff and key external stakeholders;
• Maintaining and updating the Foundations social media pages;
• Assisting in creating graphics and other accessories for social media promotion;
• Updating the database of media and other contacts to ensure they are accurate, and up to date;
• Assisting with the production and publication of videos;
• Contributing ideas to develop new channels for the Foundation’s communications;
• Assisting in the development of a monthly reporting system on the Foundation’s communication activities;
• Generating online content that engages audience segments and leads to measurable action.
• Other general responsibilities as may be reasonably requested over time.

Skills and Qualifications

In order to be an eligible candidate you need to fulfil a set of formal requirements. These requirements are:

• Must hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism or any related field;
• At least two years working experience in a communications field;
• Proficient with on-line communications;
• Flexible, open and dependable;
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Or in any other field related to the above-mentioned.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Proficiency in English and French;
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint…);
• Be a good communicator and team player;
• Be able to multi-task, be extremely organized, and have meticulous attention to detail;
• Desire to learn, take initiative, and suggest best practices with a willingness to take and implement constructive feedback and guidance;

Fundamental Values

• Honesty, integrity, respect, and professionalism
• Discipline and teamwork
• Positive and proactive attitude

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

All applications must be submitted using the online portal.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled