Communications Associate Job at Ecumenical Pharmaceutical Network NGO - EPN

Job Description

1. Information and Communication

• Support the implementation of the communications strategy that addresses the needs of the network members, partners and other stakeholders and is aligned to the EPN Strategy.
• Effectively controlling the Communication budget and ensuring the implementation of planned activities.
• Develop and disseminate Network communication materials e.g. Netlink, pharmalink, annual reports, newsletters, posters, brochures among others.
• Assess and compile incoming information of relevance to the EPN Secretariat, members and partners and distribute as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain quality relations with various media houses.
• Support the Program Officers in selecting documents/information and developing into formats that are suitable for use in EPN activities.

2. Membership management

• Maintain up to date current and accurate information on members and member contacts.
• Continuously engage members so as to maintain a vibrant and active Network.

3. Marketing, Branding and Image

• Provide leadership for and undertake packaging and branding of EPN products and services.
• Develop tools and templates for consistently and appropriately marketing EPN to various audiences
• Manage the Network’s website including website content management
• In consultation with the ED attend relevant meetings to increase visibility of the Network.

Other

• Develop, manage and continuously review the EPN database.
• Oversee the proper management of the EPN resource centre and resource centre records
• Undertake any other duties as assigned by the Executive Director

Job Specification (Knowledge, skills and experience required)

• Minimum of a degree in Communications or equivalent.
• Two years experience working in a communications office/department.
• Excellent writing and editing skills.
• Sound I.T skills and especially desktop publishing skills and website management.
• Database management skills.
• Strong follow-up skills.
• Knowledge in basic French.
• Ability to pay attention to detail.