Multimedia and IT Specialist Consultants at Easy and Possible Organization

Background:

Easy and Possible Organization (EPO) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization committed to empowering youth, women, and children. Registered with the Rwanda Governance Board under certificate number 342/RGB/NGO/LP/07/2018 and published in the Official Gazette No. 25 of 24/06/2019, EPO focuses on four key areas: Youth Empowerment, Health and Nutrition, Education, and Environment. Our mission is to educate, secure, and improve livelihoods within communities.

EPO operates the Isano Vocational Center (VTC), Isano Studio, and a community media house, which includes an FM radio station, Public Places Community Media (PPCM), an online newspaper, a YouTube TV channel, and various social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Snapchat, etc.). PPCM plays a crucial role in providing reliable information to empower citizens and support effective communication of government and public policies.

For more information about our work, please visit our website: easyandpossible.org.

Position: Multimedia and IT Specialist Consultant

Location: Rubavu & Kigali, Rwanda
Preferred Start Date: December 1, 2024
Opening Positions: 2
Benefits: A monthly stipend of 250,000 RWF + 10% commission from clients for the duration of the one-year contract, starting with a 3-month trial period.

Qualifications:

1. Educational Background:
   • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Multimedia, Film Production, Digital Media, or a related field. Equivalent work experience or relevant certifications may also be acceptable.
2. Technical Skills:
   • ICT Proficiency: Understanding of computer networks, hardware, software, troubleshooting, cloud services, and cybersecurity best practices.
   • IT Infrastructure Management: Ability to maintain IT systems, manage basic server operations, data backups, and ensure network security.
   • Social Media Management: Experience with platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer). Ability to develop strategies to enhance online presence.
   • Graphic Design: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Canva, or similar tools.
   • Video Production and Photography: Skills in video editing (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve) and photography. Knowledge of filming, lighting, and sound techniques.
   • Film and Documentary Production: Experience in shooting, scripting, directing, and screening films and documentaries. Ability to manage the entire production cycle.
   • Web Design and Development: Familiarity with content management systems (e.g., WordPress, Joomla) and basic HTML/CSS for website updates.
3. Business and Training Expertise:
   • Entrepreneurial Skills: Ability to manage multimedia, film, and IT projects as business ventures. Experience in creating revenue-generating strategies for video production, film projects, and digital content.
   • Teaching and Mentoring: Experience in training and mentoring in film production, IT, and multimedia, including designing and delivering training programs through the VTC.
4. Work Experience:
   • At least 3-5 years of professional experience in multimedia production, film production, and IT management.
   • Portfolio showcasing creative work in graphic design, multimedia projects, and films/documentaries, including social media campaigns and large-scale projects.
5. Soft Skills:
   • Communication and Collaboration: Ability to work across teams and communicate complex ideas to non-technical staff.
   • Project Management: Capability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and coordinate between departments.
   • Problem-solving: Efficient troubleshooting and effective solution implementation.
   • Creativity and Innovation: Strong creative skills to produce engaging multimedia content and films.
6. Certifications (Optional but Preferred):
   • IT certifications (e.g., CompTIA A+, Network+, Microsoft Certified Professional).
   • Film production or digital media certifications (e.g., Adobe Certified Expert, filmmaking workshops).

Additional Requirements:

• Flexibility: Willingness to work occasional weekends or evenings for production shoots or urgent IT issues.
• Adaptability: Ability to keep up with evolving technology, multimedia trends, and filmmaking techniques.
• Language Proficiency: Strong command of English; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.

Interested candidates should submit a single PDF document containing their CV, a motivation letter addressed to the Founder and CEO of Easy and Possible Organization, a copy of their ID, important academic documents, and certificates to [email protected].

Application Deadline: October 16, 2024

Note: Easy and Possible Organization does not charge any fees or request payment at any stage of the recruitment process. All official communication will be from [email protected].

For further inquiries, please contact us at (+250) 788602888, +250 788437058, or +250 7887753.

Thank you for considering a career with Easy and Possible Organization. We look forward to receiving your application!