Head Corporate Communications at Global Youth Skills Acquisition & Poverty Eradication Organization (GYSAPEO)

Summary:

The Head of Corporate Communications is responsible for managing and overseeing the communication strategy of GYSAPEO. This involves crafting and disseminating consistent messages to both internal and external stakeholders, maintaining a positive public image, and ensuring effective communication channels within the organization. The head of corporate communication plays a crucial role in shaping GYSAPEO\'s reputation and enabling transparent communication.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Job Description

The Job Description of the Head of Corporate Communications includes but is not limited to the following:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive corporate communication strategy aligned with GYSAPEO\'s mission and goals.
• Cultivate strong partnerships with media organizations to ensure effective communication and collaboration, ensuring accurate representation of GYSAPEO\'s initiatives and maintaining a proactive approach to media engagement.
• Oversee the organization\'s brand image, ensuring consistency in messaging across various channels and materials.
• Act as the primary point of contact for external stakeholders, including donors, partners, and the public, ensuring effective communication and fostering positive relationships.
• Develop and implement crisis communication plans to address potential issues, maintaining transparency and protecting GYSAPEO\'s reputation.
• Lead the creation of engaging content for various platforms, including press releases, articles, and social media, to effectively communicate GYSAPEO\'s achievements and impact.
• Work closely with other departments to gather information and insights, ensuring a cohesive approach to communication efforts.
• Develop and implement advocacy campaigns to raise awareness about key issues and promote GYSAPEO\'s mission.
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment, providing regular reports and analysis to inform communication strategies.
• Lead a high-performing team of communication experts, offering strategic direction, mentorship, and encouragement to drive innovation and collaboration.
• Engage with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, other NGOs, and community leaders, to strengthen partnerships and enhance GYSAPEO\'s visibility.
• Develop and execute comprehensive marketing strategies that align with business objectives and target audience needs.

Desirable Attributes

• Proficiency in formulating strategies, plans, and programs to tackle complex corporate challenges, acknowledging their complexity and uncertainty, and assessing the repercussions of such strategies.
• Competent leadership in ensuring optimal utilization of existing or emerging communication tools and media channels for effective communication.
• Expertise in revising or refining complex communication materials to ensure purposeful structure, clarity of ideas, and a logically persuasive presentation of content.
• Skill in comprehending complicated technical concepts for efficient communication.
• Capability to oversee multiple high-profile projects with visibility.
• Adept in establishing rapport with a diverse range of internal and external partners.
• Ability to develop and execute marketing strategies that drive engagement, conversion, and brand awareness, leveraging market research, data analysis, and creative thinking to reach target audiences and achieve business objectives.
• Proven ability to effectively manage and oversee a social media team.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and passionate team
• Professional development and capacity-building opportunities
• A chance to make a positive impact in the lives of vulnerable populations