Communications Director at Millar Cameron

Based in Kenya or South Africa, the Director, Communications, Africa responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Create and execute a strategic communication plan tailored specifically for the African market, aligned with the goals and objectives of the Global Energy Alliance Africa particularly (though not exclusively) focusing on deep dive countries: DRC, Ethiopia, Nigeria, and South Africa, and priorities initiatives, including the Africa Carbon Markets Initiative (ACMI).
• Build and nurture relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, international organisations, local communities, media outlets, industry influencers, and partner organisations.
• Oversee media interactions in Africa and manage GEAPP’s Pan African PR Agency and others, develop and maintain relationships with journalists.
• Create and oversee the development of compelling and impactful content across various channels including press releases, articles, op-eds, blog post, social media content, website materials and multimedia assets.
• Position GEAPP Africa and its partners as a thought leader and trusted voice in the energy, climate and development sectors in Africa. Develop and promote key spokesperson within the organisation, facilitate editorial opportunities as well as speaking engagements, and contribute to relevant publications.
• Support GEAPP’s monitoring evaluation and learning (MEL) work – ensuring data is integrated, insights and lessons learned into communications.
• Planning, organising, and executing events with the wider team and agencies. Develop and implement crisis communication protocols and processes to effectively manage and respond to potential crisis communication protocols and processes.
• Lead and manage a team of communications professionals, including agencies and consultants and facilitate connections into GEAPP’s wider communication team.

The desired candidate will have but not limited to:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in strategic communications with a focus on Africa and a strong understanding of the African media landscape, understanding of climate, energy and development a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams and work effectively in a global, multicultural environment.