Communications Assistant
GGGITogo is currently seeking a talented individual for the role of Communications Assistant to join our Togo Country Program. The selected candidate will contribute to efforts aimed at promoting the GGGI brand and effectively communicating our impact stories both internally and externally through creative and innovative approaches.
Communications Assistant will primarily focus on creating visibility for the KFS and MAFRA projects, and GGGI Togo, and supporting knowledge production and sharing linked to sustainable forest management and Climate smart agriculture. The Communications Assistant will contribute to the design and implementation of impactful audiencefocused communication and knowledgesharing initiatives, contribute to promoting GGGI’s brand and effectively communicating our impact stories both internally and externally through creative and innovative approaches. The Communications Assistant will report to the Finance, Administration and Procurement Senior Assistant, who leads currently GGGI Togo’s Communication and Knowledge Sharing. S/He will be responsible for managing daytoday communications tasks.
S/He will support the handling of the Country Program’s communication and knowledge sharing activities by supporting the development of communication strategies and plans for the program and projects.
INTRODUCTION TO GGGI
The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGis a treatybased international, intergovernmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page.
GGGI is supporting the Republic of Togo to embrace the Green Growth transition model, in supporting the management of implementation of Strategic projects and programs.
GGGI support has contributed to the development of project for funding from the Republic of Korea (ROK governmenthrough the (MAFRA project: ‘‘Developing SocioEconomic Infrastructure to Sustain Rural Communities in Togo’’ and KFS project: ‘‘Strengthening Resilience to Climate Change of Vulnerable Population through sustainable Forestry Resources Management’’. The goal of these projects is to enhance socioeconomic development, policy structures, plans, and organizational setups to prioritize inclusive green growth and climate action in economic and political strategies, as well as to boost climate finance mobilization in the AFOLU sector.
PURPOSE
- Assist in the development and implementation of audiencecentric communication and knowledge sharing initiatives to enhance and promote the KFS and MAFRA projects and selected engagements of GGGI in Togo as required.
- Support the development and enhancement of GGGI Togo’s social media accounts and contributing content to GGGI’s website.
- Assist in the successful implementation of workshops and knowledge sharing events, and support community engagement strategies and communications needs and materials, including information and education materials in French and English.
- Assist in the design, development and execution of research and knowledge production strategies linked to sustainable forest management and Climate smart agriculture and assist the development of knowledge products arising from this work.
- Assist in research, adapting, and managing the country program’s communications products to ensure increased reach and recognition of the GGGI brand.
ENGAGEMENT
- Support the communication needs of the KFS and MAFRA projects and GGGI Togo country program.
- Engage GGGI global communication and knowledge sharing team members to share, shape, and deliver effective and impactful communication and knowledgesharing initiatives and amplify the impact stories of GGGI in Togo, regionally and globally.
- Support engagement with media outlets to raise the visibility of the KFS and MAFRA projects and GGGI Togo.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to gather information and insights for communication purposes.
DELIVERY
- Create compelling communication products, including written content (press releases, event write ups, impact stories etc.), visuals (infographics, videos, greeting cards etc.), and multimedia materials, to convey project achievements and impacts.
- Support and design and delivery of knowledge production and sharing activities, including the undertaking of surveys, evaluations and other data collection, and development knowledge products.
- Ensure consistent content updates on digital platforms including GGGI’s social media channels in Togo.
- Assist in covering events by taking photographs, recording interviews, and assisting with event visibility and communication strategies.
- Ensure alignment with organizational branding guidelines and messaging standards.
- Support internal communication and knowledge management through SharePoint file maintenance the SharePoint updates.
- Support the layout of PPT presentations and internal communication materials as per GGGI visual guidelines and standards.
REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS
- At least an undergraduate (bachelodegree in communications and journalism, or related fields such as design, architecture, publishing, humanities, literature.
- Preferably at least one year of professional experience in communications, social media, media engagement or design
- Excellent computer skills with experience in Microsoft Office and active usage of various social media platforms.
- Good skill level with the Adobe Creative Cloud tools (especially Illustrator, InDesign, Photosho
- Good experience in designing posts, publications, infographics, videos, communication materials, and others.
- A keen interest and creativity in using innovative modern technologies to deliver messages.
- Graphic design and photo editing skills
- Should possess excellent and open team communication, and a high level of responsiveness to assignment and tasks
- Excellent French language knowledge and good English writing and speaking skills are required.
- Ability to work well under pressure and have a flexible approach to tasks given.
FUNCTIONAL
- Able to achieve results in a quality, timely, and costeffective way. Sees priorities, plans the efficient use of resources, and monitors progress against objectives.
- Set high but achievable standards for self and others. Seeks opportunities to improve processes and outcomes. Constantly reviews performance in identifying areas for improvement.
- Respond positively to change and able to adapt quickly to new situations. Able to take on a diverse range of tasks equally effectively.
- Able to pick up and assimilate relevant information and rapidly learn tasks, responding swiftly and appropriately in fastpaced environments.
- Fast learner, quick to adapt to new environment, and systems and bring immediate contribution. High literacy with systems, and processes, a high level of analytical and logical thinking, and high attention to detail.
- Selfinitiative, motivated, and teamoriented, with capacity to work under pressure and with little supervision.
- Serviceoriented to internal and external clients, with demonstrated abilities to find solutions, resolve problems, and overcome challenges.
- Commitment to integrating gender and social inclusion into communication and knowledgesharing interventions.
- Demonstrates good communication and organizational skills and teamworking.
- Creative mind with good handson experience with design, and storytelling for a wide range of audiences.
- Ability to work well under pressure and have a flexible approach to tasks given.
- Exceptional ability to pay attention to details, particularly concerning communications pieces and following rules and guidelines.
CORPORATE
- Understand and actively supports GGGI’s mission, vision and values
- Outstanding stakeholder engagement, client relationship, communication, teamwork, and consensus building
- Process and share information easily and excellent at problem solving
- Manage emotions and stress positively, builds rapport and resolves conflict easily
- Promote creativity and innovation among staff
- Work effectively with other teams of a high degree of cultural and professional diversity
WORKING CONDITIONS
The Communications Assistant, GGGI Togo is an X4 grade level in GGGI salary scale. Determination of base salary is subject to candidate’s experience, academic background and internal equity. GGGI provides 15% of base salary towards retirement plan/longterm savings, 27 days of annual leave, and private health insurance that covers dental and vision. This is a national position and does not include relocation benefits.
GGGI is committed to providing a work environment that is sufficiently flexible to accommodate diverse lifecycle challenges and assist Staff members to achieve a better balance between work and personal/family commitments, thus ensuring high performance, longterm productivity, and wellbeing of staff members.
Child protection – GGGI is committed to child protection, irrespective of whether any specific area of work involves direct contact with children. GGGI’s Child Protection Policy is written in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child.