The African Climate Foundation

Senior Communications Officer, Francophone

The African Climate Foundation

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Senegal

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Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Support the rollout of the ACF’s communications strategy in line with organisational objectives
  • Promote the ACF as a leading organisation in Africa through media engagements and thought leadership opportunities
  • Produce compelling content to amplify the work of the ACF and that of our grantees
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with both Francophone and regional media outlets
  • Draft (or translate) and distribute press releases, manage media inquiries (French where necessary), and assist with press briefings where relevant
  • Work with our partners on ACF-supported events, especially those where media is present
  • Work closely with the communications and programmes team to create and publish compelling impact stories, case studies or multimedia
  • Produce and support digital content development (including social media, website, newsletters when needed)
  • Produce communications materials for external audiences, under the guidance and direction of the Head of Strategic Partnerships and Communications
  • Provide communications support to partners
  • Contribute to outreach and advocacy efforts through targeted communications

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Communications, Journalism, PR, Media Studies, or related fields
  • A minimum of 7-10 years of experience in communications, preferably in the non-profit, development, or climate/environment sectors
  • Based in Africa, with a preference for Senegal and West Africa
  • Strong networks and experience engaging with Francophone media
  • Proven experience in writing, editing, and producing content for diverse platforms (portfolio will be advantageous – English and French)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both French and English
  • Experience working with digital tools (Canva, Mailchimp, etc.)
  • Track record of working with civil society organisations or related organisations is an advantage
  • Strong interpersonal skills and willingness to engage in-person with partners, sometimes after hours for events
  • Ability and willingness to travel domestically and regionally when needed
  • Strategic thinking and storytelling ability
  • Cultural and political sensitivity
  • Initiative and self-motivation
  • Relationship building and stakeholder engagement
  • Strong organisational and project management skills
  • Adaptability and attention to detail
  • Ability to work within a team and support the overall department’s goals
Benefits
  • Remote working will be considered for candidates based on the African continent
  • Contract duration: 12 months (renewable based on mutual agreement)
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Hard Skills & Tools
writingeditingcontent productiondigital content developmentmedia engagementpress release draftingstorytellingtranslation
Soft Skills
communicationinterpersonal skillsrelationship buildingstrategic thinkinginitiativeself-motivationadaptabilityattention to detailproject management
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in CommunicationsBachelor’s degree in JournalismBachelor’s degree in PRBachelor’s degree in Media Studies