Are you passionate about Communications?

Do you have creative planning and coordination skills? As the Communications Advisor, you will work with a dynamic team to support project communications initiatives across implementation regions (Accra, Kumasi, Sekondi-Takoradi). Apply today to have an impact in the transformation of Technical and Vocational Education and Training for Ghanaian women! 

 Roles and Responsibilities 

• Working actively with the Digital Strategist and Public Engagement and Advocacy Officer to co-manage WUSC social media accounts; fostering community amongst followers 
• Provide training and ongoing support to WUSC staff and interns on story gathering, photography and writing on various aspects of the project 
• Support the design and development of quarterly dissemination of project activity updates. This could be in the form of a newsletter, webinar, etc. 
• Liaising with other project teams to write and post 1-2 blogs a month on various aspects of the project during the period of the engagement 
• Work collaboratively with technical advisors, specialists and volunteers to produce relevant case studies
• Accompany the team on field visits to capture photos and video footage 
•  Participate in pre-assignment training Participate in at least 3 public engagement initiatives before, during, or after the assignment. 
• Volunteers will be equipped with the tools, training, and support to achieve these goals. 
• Volunteers will also have one virtual check-in with the Public Engagement Officer throughout the course of their assignment. 
• Set up a personalized volunteer fundraising page on the WUSC fundraising platform and share it in your networks. 
• Volunteers will be supported with the tools, training and support to achieve the fundraising goal. Submit reports as required by the partner organization and by WUSC. 

Experience and Qualifications 

• Degree and/or training in Marketing/Communications or a related field Minimum of two years professional experience in your field of expertise Basic photography, videography, graphics and social media skills are required Proficiency with graphic design software (photoshop, illustrator, etc.) considered an asset 
• Flexibility, adaptability, excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity 
• Experience living and working internationally considered an asset. 
• Written and oral fluency in English.
  

• Support and guidance from the WUSC Volunteer Mobilization Team prior to departure and from WUSC Country Team while on assignment
• Pre-departure training to learn about the volunteering for development program, gain practical skills for living and working in an intercultural context and network with other volunteers 
• In-country orientation upon arrival in country of assignment Language training in country of assignment, where required 
• Modest monthly living and accommodation allowance Airfare to and from the assignment country 
• Visa/work permit 
• Pre-departure medical exam 
• Health insurance Vaccinations and antimalarial medication 
• Criminal record verification 
• Vacation leave entitlement 
• Debriefing after completion of assignment 
• An incredible opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to global development, enhance your professional skills and participate in an experience of a lifetime!