Position Overview

The Communications and Social Media Associate will provide all-round support in coordination, communication, and event management. The incumbent will assist in liaising with national YCA initiatives, managing knowledge management, and will support the YCA programme team to ensure the smooth operations at the secretariat. Moreover, the Programme Associate will assist in developing and implementing plans to promote YCA as a continental brand.

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Communications

-At large, the Associate will be responsible for internal and external relations on behalf of YouthConnekt Africa
-Implement communication strategies through projects and events
-Maintain records of public relations including events, workshops, interviews, etc. -Facilitate effective communication within the organization and to various partners

2. Event Management -Plan, organize, and facilitate events related to the mandate of YouthConnekt Africa with a strong attention to time and financial constraints -Outreach and scheduling for event venues, guests, and speakers -Oversee events and adapt to challenges that may arise -Evaluation of success and improvement areas for future events

3. Social Media

– Generate original social media content on a weekly basis which is informed by digital marketing research, geared towards the intended audience, and aligned with the mission of YouthConnekt Africa
– Keep an organized record of social media analytics and trends in order to track progress and optimize the impact of social media content
-Strategic management of accounts on a daily basis to increase visibility, ensure high engagement with audience, and expand social media networks

4. Reporting

-Keep detailed records of projects in order to facilitate subsequent report writing -Create reports which document project processes, findings, and achievements -Write, edit, and present reports to various audiences including, but not limited to, youth beneficiaries, strategic partners, officials, and management

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE 

Educational

-Associate should have a bachelor’s degree in Communication, Marketing, Computer science, Event Management, Public Relations, or another relevant field of study. Master’s degree holders will be preferred.

Professional

-Work and/or volunteer experience with social media platforms and social media marketing -Work and/or volunteer experience in event planning and management -Diverse and thorough understanding of the operations of social media outlets -Strong interpersonal skills which transcend age, language, and cultural barriers -Exceptional written and oral communication skills

Personal

-Familiarity and commitment to the mission of YouthConnekt Africa -Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills

-Ability to work well under pressure and time constraints -Adaptable and resilient in the face of pressure and unpredictable circumstances or setbacks

Expected Outputs

1. Increase social media network by 15% throughout the duration of the contract
2. Organize and facilitate at least two successful events and/or workshops/webinars which are aligned with the mandate of YouthConnekt Africa and improve public relations
3. Produce detailed reports of communication projects and events for documentation and to develop better practices in the future

COMPENSATION:

The holder will get a Gross annual stipend of 2,400 USD, a transport lump sum of 500 USD; and a communication fee of 200 USD.