Vacancy title:
Communications Officer

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Hospitality, and Tourism, Category: Communications & Electronics]

Jobs at:
Greater Virunga Transboundary Collaboration

Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, August 21 2025

Duty Station:
Kigali | Kigali | Rwanda

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, August 1 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

The Greater Virunga Transboundary Collaboration Executive Secretariat (GVTC-ES) is seeking to recruit a qualified and motivated individual to join its team as a Communications Officer. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic intergovernmental organization dedicated to collaborative wildlife conservation and sustainable tourism development across the Central Albertine Rift known as the Greater Virunga Landscape.

Reports to: Executive Secretary

Purpose of the Position:

To raise awareness about GVTC, its work, and its partner institutions by developing and implementing effective communication strategies.

Key Responsibilities

1. Communications Strategy and Content Development

• Develop and implement GVTC’s communications strategy to increase visibility nationally, regionally, and internationally.
• Create and manage content across multiple channels (print, web, social media, video).
• Write, edit, and oversee the production of communication materials including newsletters, reports, press releases, articles, and audiovisual products.
• Maintain GVTC’s photo and video library.

2. Public Relations and Media Engagement

• Serve as the primary point of contact for media, including handling inquiries and organizing press events, interviews, and field visits.
• Develop and maintain relationships with media outlets, donor agencies, and partners to promote GVTC initiatives.
• Support the preparation of speeches, talking points, and briefing materials for leadership.
• Build and manage a media contact database.

3. Digital and Brand Management

• Ensure consistency in GVTC’s brand messaging across all platforms.
• Maintain and update GVTC’s website and social media presence.
• Monitor public engagement and perception, and adjust digital strategy as needed.
• Coordinate the production of promotional and donor-focused materials and events.

4. Stakeholder Engagement and Support

• Liaise with local communities, partners, donors, and civil society to enhance partnerships.
• Support communication needs for events such as meetings, workshops, and conferences.
• Contribute to the design and execution of GVTC’s annual reports in collaboration with relevant staff.
• Contribute to the translation of working documents from English to French and vice versa.
• Contribute to the drafting of letters when deemed necessary

5. Monitoring and Evaluation

• Track and report on the effectiveness and impact of communication efforts.
• Recommend new tools and channels for improved outreach.
• Oversee the production and distribution of branded merchandise in line with environmental and strategic priorities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, International Relations, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within an international or intergovernmental organization.
• Proven experience in institutional communications, media relations, and digital content development.
• Multicultural experience and ability to work in international settings.

Skills and Competencies

• Fluency in English and French (written and spoken).
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills and team spirit.
• Commitment to GVTC’s mission and values.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

Interested candidates should submit a detailed CV, cover letter, and contact details of three referees via email to:
es@greatervirunga.org
cc: rkabeya@greatervirunga.org
Subject line: Application for Communications Officer

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