Position: Programs Communications Officer

Department: Programs Implementation

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda (1 Position)

                             Nairobi, Kenya (1 Position)

                            Lusaka, Zambia (1 Position)

Number: 3

Deadline: 28^th February 2022  

ABOUT US

Jubilant Stewards of Africa (JSA) is a Non-Governmental Organization dedicated to the improvement of the living standards, social ethics, dignity and empowerment of communities. JSA’s main objective is to provide access to education, health care services, increase agricultural production, promotion of peace and contribution to environmental conservation. We prioritize the training of farmers, mentorship, crusades against drug and substance abuse, environmental advocacy, promotion of peaceful coexistence, campaign for responsible sexual behavior with the aim of bringing up a responsible and dependable generation. JSA will be soon launching in other African countries and the new officers will be instrumental in Jubilant Stewards of Africa’s expansion in Africa.

OPPORTUNITY DESCRIPTION

JSA is seeking one officer – Programs and Corporate Communications –to join its dynamic team. Under the supervision of the Head of the Programs, the officer is primarily responsible for supporting Jubilant Stewards of Africa’s programming in its Health, Agriculture, education, environmental conservation, and Peace Building objectives through implementation of related projects and activities. Program delivery will require occasional travel and some irregular work hours.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

With the help of the JSA’s Management the officer is expected to learn and do the following:

• Overall development of program activities including, being involved in or informed about all progress related to JSA’s objectives in health, Agriculture and Peace-building
• Design and implement programs and perform tasks as guided under the supervision of the Head of Programs
• Build a functional network of significant contacts with relevant organizations and especially with institutions with the same objectives as JSA in order to leverage these relationships for the advancement of the JSA’s
• Contribute to the drafting of reports, website posts, social media posts, publications and project delivery materials
• Travel as required to support the implementation of project activities
• Perform other assignments as and when necessary assigned by Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of an undergraduate university degree in Communication, Environmental Studies, Community development, law, Health Science, public administration, or any other relevant field
• Outstanding Event Planning and Management Skills
• Admirable communication and interpersonal skills
• Well informed with contemporary issues, visionary and self-motivated
• Excellent command, written and spoken, of both English and Swahili
• Knowledge and interest in open parliament/open government/open data
• Experience and demonstrated ability in working with the
• Excellent skills in computer packages software applications
• Exceptional organizational skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team using initiative and judgment
• Ability to work under short deadlines, resource limitations and balance multiple activities and demands

To apply, please send your CV and application letter clearly stating how you are able to fit in our organization and benefit from it to admin@jubilantstewards.org . Due to the high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.

The officer will work five days per week (40 hours) under the guidance of Head of Communications and programs.

Jubilant Stewards of Africa is an equal opportunity employer, offering competitive compensation and a stimulating, professional work environment.

JUBILANT STEWARDS OF AFRICA DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING).

For more information on Jubilant Stewards of Africa, please visit https://www.jubilantstewards.org/