[kictanet] APC is hiring: Africa communications and research officer

[Emilar Vushe - Gandhi]

Dear all,

apc.org is hiring. Please share with your relevant networks.

*Africa communications and research officer, Association for Progressive
Communications (APC)*

APC is looking for a dynamic information and communications person to
join our team on the basis of a six-month fixed term contract (with
optional extension should circumstances allow). Applications and
questions about the position should be sent to: jobs at apc.org with
“AFRICA COMMUNICATIONS AND RESEARCH OFFICER” in the subject line.

Applications must include:

a) An up-to-date CV
b) A recent sample of your writing
c) Three references
d) A cover letter explaining your interest in this position.

*The deadline for applications is 24 June 2016.*

The objective of the position is to provide research and communications
support for APC's internet policy, governance and rights work in Africa.
The successful applicant will become part of initiatives such as the
African Declaration on Internet Rights and Freedoms, the African School
of Internet Governance (AfriSIG), the African Internet Governance Forum,
as well as our African women's rights activities.

*Tasks and responsibilities will include:*

  * Desktop research to find articles, stories, resources or other
    content that is relevant to human rights and women's rights on the
    internet in Africa.
  * Assisting in creating relevant content on internet rights and
    internet policy by writing blog posts, stories and reports.
  * Updating the African Declaration on Internet Rights and Freedoms
    platform and related social media platforms with current and
    relevant content, including photos and videos.
  * Networking with APC's partners and members in Africa to gather and
    disseminate stories and resources about human rights on the internet
    in Africa.
  * Conducting interviews on social media with people involved in rights
    work in Africa.
  * Tracking and monitoring web metrics and the performance of social
    media activity to assist with optimising our communications strategies.
  * Undertaking broader communications and outreach activities related
    to APC's policy, rights and gender justice work in Africa.
  * Building APC’s public profile, with emphasis on the African region,
    by ensuring that all French-language communication vehicles are
    high-quality, vibrant, current, consistent and informative.


*Candidate profile:*

  * Located in Africa – preferably but not necessarily in South Africa.
  * Native French speaker with excellent English language skills.
  * Interest in and understanding of internet policies, as well as human
    and internet rights in the region.
  * Applicants need to have completed a relevant academic qualification
    (ideally post-graduate) and have at least three years of experience
    in a related field.
  * Vibrant, creative and strategic communicator.
  * Excellent writing skills.
  * Expertise in social media outreach and networking.
  * Proven record of delivering on tight deadlines.
  * A team player, who enjoys working with a culturally diverse group of
    people located in different parts of the world.
  * Graphic design and/or multimedia skills will be an advantage.


The call can be found online here: https://www.apc.org/en/node/21728/
-- 
Emilar E. Gandhi
Africa Policy Coordinator
Communications and Information Policy Programme (CIPP)
Association for Progressive Communications
www.apc.org
skype/twitter: emilarvushe