Grant Thornton Consulting Limited
We, Grant Thornton Consulting Limited, have been retained by our client in the Health Sector in Malawi to carry out an Executive Search for suitably qualifying persons to fill the position of Communication and Partnership Officer, and ICT Officer tenable in Lilongwe.
We are inviting interested and qualifying candidates to submit electronically their applications not later than 6 April 2025, to the email address below. Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.
COMMUNICATION AND PARTNERSHIPS OFFICER
Position purpose
Reporting to Manager, a Communication and Partnerships Officer will be responsible for with partners and internal communications amongst staff and management. facilitating development and management of meaningful partnerships through effective delivery of communications to all stakeholders including external communications
Educational Qualification and Experience
Essential experience and skills
- A postgraduate degree in Media for Development, Marketing, Public Relations or Communication for Development, or a related discipline.
- At least five years’ related experience, in communication, external relations and or partnerships.
- Experience leading a marketing and communications-related function and partnership development in the Not-for-Profit sector.
- Demonstrated skills, knowledge, and experience in media and public relations, brand management, internal communications, and stakeholder management, preferably including experience in not-for-profit organizations.
- Networking, including established relationships with grant-making bodies, grassroots groups, NGOs, influencers, journalists and/or relevant companies in the fashion and textiles sector.
- Ability to prioritize and working under pressure to meet multiple deadlines.
- Flexible and adaptable- enjoys working in a dynamic, varied environment and taking initiative.
- Team player, excited to work with other people and enjoys collaborating with co-workers and people from a range of backgrounds.
Duties and Responsibilities
The specific functions with respect to Communication and Partnerships are as follows:
Communications:
- Overseeing all internal and external communications, ensuring message is correct, consistent, and engaging.
- Leading all communication activities by setting up and implementing communication strategies and dissemination plans.
- Develop, write and edit communications materials, including press releases, and website content through appropriate channels and audiences.
- Collaborating and communicating with stakeholders, maintaining and updating a stakeholder data base.
- Sharing information on progress and constraints and documenting experiences and lessons learnt.
- Collaborate on public relations and promoting donor-financed programs in local, national, and international media, including online media.
- Ensure relevant digital files are kept up to date and accessible to the appropriate people.
- Overseeing the Communication budgets, with support from the Head of Finances.
- Providing advice and support on all matters related to these areas.
Partnerships
- Overseeing partnerships with external organizations and individuals
- Building and maintaining a good reputation and relationships with external partners and other organizations.
- Acting as a representative or spokesperson on behalf of Unit at meetings, press engagements and events, as required
- Building meaningful relationships with external partners and stakeholders, by creating regular engagement fora.
- Harmonizing procedures and systems for encouraging sustained and meaningful participation of all stakeholders in the implementation of activities financed by the donors.
Method Of Application
Candidates should submit their applications attaching an up-to-date CV, copies of certified academic and professional certificates to the email address below with subject as: Executive Placements – Communication and Partnerships Officer and ICT Officer
Email: mw-fmrecruitment@mw.gt.com
Candidates are strictly encouraged to send their applications only through e- mail.