PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity. With more than 40 years of experience forging multisector partnerships and with expertise in science, economics, technology, advocacy, and dozens of other specialties, PATH develops and scales up innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing health challenges.
The Africa Region leverages its internal and global expertise to drive transformative and innovative practices that reflect the African context. By mobilizing our pre-existing talent within the region and working with our global teams, we take innovation to scale by working alongside our Ministries of Health to reduce health disparities. With potential for expansion, the division currently works across fifteen countries distributed among four Hubs – Southern, Western, Central, and East Africa.
The PATH External Affairs Division is searching for highly motivated communicator with organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills to serve as the COMMUNICATION MANAGER IN THE AFRICA REGION DIVISION. Reporting to the Head of Communications, Africa Region, these positions will lead the communications function for PATH’s hubs in the Africa Region, driving and implementing strategies to reach audiences who support PATH’s business goals and mission. From streamlining editorial and design services for countries, regional hubs, and program communicators to developing external communications guidelines for the growing and evolving practice, the Communication Manager will play a critical role in devising new and innovative ways to reach staff, funders, public health partners, government officials, philanthropic partners, the media, and other influencers—and ultimately the communities we serve.
The Communication Manager will work closely with the PATH programs and advocacy, communication, engagement, and philanthropy teams. They will report to the Head of Communications, Africa Region, and be part of the External Affairs—Africa Region Team.
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Required Skills Required Experience
Bachelor’s (or Master's) degree in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism, or related field
A minimum of 7 years of experience working in communications in public health, international development, or a related field.
Proven management skills and demonstrated success leading a team of communications professionals.
Proven success at developing and executing strategic communications strategies and deploying and leveraging various media and digital communication channels and tactics to reach and engage key audiences, including media, policymakers, and influencers.
Demonstrated experience in developing compelling communications content relevant to public health.
Demonstrated experience in crisis communication.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English (and French).
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Experience working in an international context and communicating and working across time zones.
Diplomacy and tact as an advisor to senior executives and as an external representative to partners and audiences in visible roles and settings.
Experience providing communications training and capacity building of colleagues; experience with developing-country cultures preferred.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and project management skills.
Adept at working in a team and multi-stakeholder environment.
Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
PS: THE CHOSEN CANDIDATE MIGHT BE BASED IN ANY COUNTRY WITHIN THE WEST AFRICAN OFFICES OF PATH.
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