Job Re-advertisement: Communication Specialist
Organization MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION
Level 3.II
Reports To Division Manager
No. of Positions 1
Job Description
Prepare and monitor implementation of the Ministry’s communication plan
Prepare and share press statements and releases
Maintain constant contacts with media outlets
Organize press conferences and meetings with media outlets
Ensure proper and constant monitoring of the Media
Website management
Social media management
Ensure good internal Communication within Ministry’s staff and with Embassies
Prepare press releases relating to all activities attended by the Minister, State Minister, and Permanent Secretary Prepare and report press conference meetings
Job Profile
Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations, International Relations / Studies, Communications, Journalism, Linguistics and Literature, Marketing with 3 years of relevant working experience or Master’s Degree in Public Relations, International Relations/ Studies, Communications, Journalism, Linguistics and Literature, Marketing with 1 of relevant working experience.
Key Technical Skills & Knowledge required:
– Experience in communication domain across the devolved administrations, and with a variety of stakeholders both national and international;
– Knowledge of Public Service policy issues and political awareness;
– Comprehensive knowledge of Rwandan political environment;
– Comprehensive knowledge of Rwandan Foreign Policies, Laws, Regulations and Procedures;
– Working independently and without close supervision;
– Knowledge of the activities and functions of all departments of the Institution;
– Conflict management skills;
– Extensive knowledge in Foreign Affairs;
– Knowledge in administrative management;
– Excellent interpersonal skills;
– Excellent communication skills;
– Decision- making skills;
– Time management skills;
– Organizational skills;
– Planning and coordination skills;
– Report writing and presentation skills;
– High analytical thinking;
– Computer skills;
– Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an advantage.
