Job Summary:
The Communications Officer will be responsible for developing and implementing countrywide communications strategies to communicate with internal and external stakeholders. Works closely with field project teams to capture, document and report project activities.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop and implement communications strategies, campaigns and other initiatives to promote the visibility of the organization
Visit field locations to gather data and stories to use in communication materials; share updates with HQ office as requested
Create visibility materials (donor branding, sign posts, brochures, newsletters, media releases, etc) according to MTI and donor branding guidelines
Develop operational activity plan and budget
Monitor budget lines related to communications in all projects
Maintain up-to-date documentation point for communication materials including publications, press releases and clippings, photographs, audio-visual materials, web resources about MTI, its partners and stakeholders.
Advise Senior Management Team on communications maters and provide editorial support for staff
Respond to media requests in accordance to MTI policy
Host media and other official visitors during field visits

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate for the Medical Teams International (MTI) Communications Officer job must have a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, International Relations or similar field
A minimum of two (2) years of communications experience with a humanitarian agency
Knowledge of current theories and practices in communication research, planning and strategy, and the role of mass media.
Knowledge of how to present information to different audiences
Excellent English communication skills; highly articulate verbally and in writing
Skilled in conducting interviews and managing relationships with media representatives and other stakeholders.
Proven writing, editing, design, videography and photography skills (Microsoft Word,
Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Publisher; Adobe Photoshop).
Skilled at producing analytical reports and professional publications.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested applicants should email their application letters and Curriculum Vitae including work related references to; recruitmentug@medicalteams.org.