Senior Research Manager

Metrixlab; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

An established agency seeks a Strategic Communications Consultant to enhance its leadership in disaster risk management and climate change. This role involves strategic positioning, thought leadership, and knowledge sharing to ensure the agency remains a leading voice on the continent and globally. The consultant will manage relationships, oversee reporting, and implement communication strategies, contributing to advocacy and visibility efforts. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment focused on climate solutions and sustainable development.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years in a strategic communication role with multicultural experience.
• Strong writing, research, planning, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support ARC leadership in disaster risk management and climate change.
• Develop targeted messages and influence policy for stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic Communication

Research Skills

Writing Skills

Planning Skills

Organizational Skills

Fluency in English

Proficiency in Software

Fluency in French

Education

Advanced University Degree in Communications

Job description

WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles. Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.

Job Title: Strategic Communications Consultant

Type of Contract: Regular Consultant

Division: ARC African Risk Capacity

Duty Station: Johannesburg (with a possibility to relocate to Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire within the contract period)

Duration: 11 months with the possibility of extension

Reporting to: ARC Director General with some workstreams reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, ARC

About African Risk Capacity (ARC)

ARC is a Specialised Agency of the African Union that offers an African solution to climate change and disease outbreaks. It works with AU member states to plan, prepare, and respond to climate-induced disasters and outbreaks, utilizing a continental early response mechanism and index-based weather risk insurance pool.

Since its founding, ARC has expanded its reach and impact, covering more people with diversified products that protect against droughts, cyclones, and epidemics, contributing to food security and sustainable development.

Responsibilities

The primary role of the Strategic Communications Consultant is to support ARC's leadership in staying abreast of developments in disaster risk management and climate change, using innovative tools and platforms to elevate ARC’s understanding and showcase its expertise.

The role involves strategic positioning, thought leadership, knowledge sharing, and ensuring ARC remains a leading voice on the continent and globally. It includes developing targeted messages, influencing policy, and supporting the development of ARC’s strategies to meet stakeholder needs.

The consultant will also oversee reporting to key stakeholders, ensuring accuracy, professionalism, and timeliness, and will support other functions by enhancing communication, advocacy, and visibility efforts.

Accountabilities

Accountabilities are categorized into three workstreams:

1. Supporting the Group Director General's Office: Providing strategic advice, managing research, developing thought leadership content, and supporting fundraising efforts.
2. Supporting Reporting and Advocacy: Designing and implementing group strategies, consolidating reports, developing documentation, and supporting knowledge management initiatives.
3. Enhancing Communications: Implementing communication strategies, managing social media, developing content, and capacity building of staff.

Qualifications and Experience

Education: Advanced university degree in communications or related field.

Experience: 8-10 years in a strategic communication role, with proven ability to manage relationships and work in multicultural environments.

Skills: Strong writing, research, planning, and organizational skills; proficiency in relevant software; fluency in English; French is an asset.

Application Details

Deadline: 28 June

Qualified female applicants and applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply. WFP maintains zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate based on HIV/AIDS status.