Communications Associate Bilingual (EN/FR) at Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL)

Role purpose:

• The Communications Associate will play a key role in implementing TaRL Africa’s communications strategy by amplifying our work across the continent through compelling professional writing and storytelling, content development, and digital media. The role is ideal for a communications professional who is creative, bilingual, detail-oriented, and passionate about education and equity.
• You will support both internal and external communications efforts, including media engagement, digital strategy, and production of high-quality written and visual content. You will also help manage our digital platforms, liaise with country teams, particularly Francophone offices, and ensure consistent messaging across all materials.

Duties and Responsibilities 

Strategic Communications Support

• Assist in the execution of TaRL Africa’s regional and country-level communications strategies.
• Collaborate with central and country teams to identify and respond to emerging communications needs.
• Contribute to the writing of professional pieces on TaRL Africa’s work and that of partners, targeting policy makers and implementers.
• Contribute to the development of storytelling assets – blogs, photo essays, learner/teacher stories – that highlight program progress and partner achievements.
• Actively engage relevant francophone networks to foster collaborative media coverage.

Digital and Social Media

• Lead the day-to-day implementation of TaRL Africa’s social media strategy across platforms including LinkedIn, Twitter/X, and YouTube.
• Monitor relevant conversations in the education sector to identify opportunities for engagement.
• Draft, schedule, and publish content aligned with TaRL’s voice and strategic priorities.
• Track and analyze platform performance, and adjust tactics to maximize reach and engagement.

Website and Content Management

• Regularly update the TaRL Africa website, ensuring all content is current, relevant, engaging, and aligned with brand standards.
• Collaborate with the tech and design team to improve user experience and monitor site performance.

Media Engagement

• Support media outreach efforts to generate earned coverage in national, regional, and international media outlets.
• Assist in managing relationships with media consultants and tracking media coverage.

Editorial Support

• Support the development and editing of high-quality content including newsletters (in English and French), op-eds, briefs, reports, and presentations.
• Assist in basic graphic design and layout of communications materials to maintain brand consistency.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a communications role, preferably in the development or non-profit sector.
• Proven ability to write, edit, and communicate fluently in both English and French (written and verbal).
• Solid understanding of social media platforms and digital engagement strategies.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Canva, Adobe InDesign, or Photoshop.
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience working collaboratively across teams and cultures.

Desirable :

• Fluency in one or more African languages, in addition to English.
• Experience working in or with multiple African country contexts.
• Strong photography and visual storytelling skills.
• Experience in managing website content (e.g., WordPress or similar platforms).

Key Competencies : 

• Familiarity with major press in Africa
• Willingness to travel in Africa
• Ability to synthesize feedback quickly and efficiently
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communications and organizational skills, with demonstrated success working in a team environment.
• A pleasant, flexible, and efficient communicator 
• Candidates should have credibility, good judgment, honesty and integrity.