Sudan Democracy First Group (SDFG Ltd):
The Sudan Democracy First Group (SDFG) was formed as an umbrella group of leading Sudanese independent and democratic civil society and media actors to serve as a think tank and venue for indigenous research, analysis and advocacy on human rights, development, peace and democratic transformation in Sudan. SDFG is a coalition of democratic, activist, trade unionist and academic Sudanese men and women representing different cultural and ethnic backgrounds. The main agenda of the initiative is to voice the concerns of voiceless Sudanese people across the country around questions of democratization and its intersection with peace, justice and development in Sudan. SDFG focuses on providing Sudanese and international audiences with this type of knowledge and analysis by publishing regular updates, policy briefs and position papers on major political and human rights issues. In addition to raising public awareness both inside and outside Sudan, SDFG works to promote civil society dialogue on crucial issues affecting Sudan, by convening meetings and roundtables bringing together diverse sectors of Sudanese society—particularly those representing marginalized populations.

Job Description:
The SDFG Communications Officer will be responsible for leading the organisation’s external and internal communications. This includes working closely with the Policy and Advocacy Coordinator, the Sudan Transparency Initiative Team, and other Project Coordinators to strengthen the production, dissemination and impact of SDFG’s publications and other communications materials.
Reporting to: Program Manager and Executive Director
Key relationships: Program Manager, Executive Director, Policy and Advocacy Coordinator, the Sudan Transparency Initiative Team, other Project Coordinators, partners and associates

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
• Develop communications strategies and plans that guide the long-term and day-to-day communications work across SDFG’s programme.
• Play a leading role in the development of SDFG’s messaging and positioning with the guidance of Project Coordinators.
• Propose and coordinate the implementation of suitable campaigns in line with SDFG’s mission and objectives.
• Play a leading role in the development, editing and where necessary, the translation, of SDFG’s communications materials. This includes leading the preparation of SDFG’s annual report.
• Lead in the publication of SDFG’s communications materials – e.g. articles, statements, letters, petitions, newsletters, briefing papers, research reports, posters, videos, Radio WhatsApp pieces, etc – through multiple channels.
• Develop and maintain a rich and extensive network with Sudanese and non-Sudanese journalists, academics, social media activists, media outlets and other relevant organisations and form partnerships with these to strengthen the dissemination of SDFG’s publications.
• Lead in the timely updating and development of SDFG’s websites (main and STI portal), Facebook pages, Twitter, YouTube, and Radio WhatsApp accounts and mailing lists.
• Work to increase the number of SDFG supporters (e.g. website users, mailing list and Radio WhatsApp subscribers, and social media followers).
• Ensure timely responses to supporter feedback and comments, including through managing SDFG’s ‘info’ email account.
• Supervise communications consultants, contractors and volunteers.
• Work with SDFG’s management to strengthen internal communications (with a regular sharing and flow of information) and communications security (including with a practical communications security policy), between team members working and travelling in different locations, and with board members.
• Lead in the development and implementation of SDFG’s documentation management system (hard and soft copy).
• Strengthen the monitoring and evaluation of SDFG’s communications work (including with comprehensive tracking of audience reach and trends), maintain records, and prepare periodic reports as required.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Contribute to strategic planning and fundraising opportunities for the programme and the organisation.

Qualifications and Skills:
Essential
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a field related to communications or development, with commensurate professional experience.
• Demonstrated ability to fulfil the responsibilities of the job with at least three years of experience in implementing similar communications work.
• Excellent communications, campaigning and advocacy skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills.
• Sound experience of dealing with the press and media.
• Excellent fluency in both written and oral Arabic and English.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to produce informative and engaging communications materials (written, photographic, video and audio).
• Excellent knowledge of social media.
• Good knowledge of communications software.
• Strong strategic and critical thinking and initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects and deliver objectives on time.
• Superb organization and time-management skills, including the ability to manage numerous tasks simultaneously, work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, keep calm, and meet deadlines.
• Willingness and ability to travel inside and outside Sudan.
• A strong commitment to democracy, good governance and human rights.

Desirable
• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Website design experience.
• Previous experience of working for an NGO.
• Previous experience of working as a journalist.
• Knowledge of tackling corruption.

Terms and Conditions
Annual salary range: competitive.
Benefits, according to the Ugandan labor law: health insurance.

HOW TO APPLY:
Please send a motivation letter and a detailed CV to info@democracyfirstgroup.org by Sunday 2 October 2016. Please do not attach certificates or manuscripts. Subject line should be: SDFG/CO/KLA.
SDFG Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. Women are encouraged to apply.