Job advertisement

Position: Public Relations (PR) & Marketing Officer

Reports to: AD Manager, Country Director

Location:  Head Office, Dar es Salaam

Contract Duration: Four (4) months (Contract extension is subject to funding availability, performance or/and mutual agreement).

About Good Neighbors 

Good Neighbors is an international humanitarian development NGO founded in Korea in 1991. It was granted General Consultative Status from the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UN ECOSOC). Our mission is to make the world a place without hunger, where people live together in harmony. Established in Tanzania in 2005, we work towards creating an environment where children’s rights are protected and communities achieve sustainable development through empowerment, leadership, and ownership.

Role Overview

Under the overall authority of the Country Director (CD) of Good Neighbors Tanzania (GNTZ) and direct supervision of the Administration Manager, the PR & Marketing Officer will be responsible for fostering brand awareness and maintaining a positive public image for the organization. The ideal candidate will have experience in media management, public representation, and relations.

Key Responsibilities

• Online & Offline promotion o Offline: planning and producing promotional visibilities, preparing and distributing press releases, publishing publication, etc.
  • Online: Home page, SNS management and operation

• Content Creation o Planning and operating promotional content.
  • Utilizing and managing SNS & YouTube channels.
  • Managing the homepage and posting uploads. o Producing promotional programs and campaigns.
  • Creating videos and clips.

• General Public Relations Work o Media Relations: Building and maintaining relationships with journalists and media professionals to ensure positive coverage. o Publications: Creating and managing content for newsletters, brochures, and other promotional materials.
  • Ensuring effective communication within the organization by disseminating important information and updates.
  • Tracking media coverage and public perception of the organization to inform PR strategies.
  • Preparing reports on PR activities, media coverage, and campaign effectiveness to provide insights and recommendations for future actions.

• Qualification, experiences and competencies o A university degree in a relevant field such as graphic design, computer science or related field.
  • Experience in digital marketing and social media management. o A minimum of 1 or 2 years of experience relevant to the position. o Documented achievements in fundraising activities.
  • Experience in partnership-building and resource mobilization in national contexts.

Other Competencies/Attributes:

• Skills in graphic design and video editing to create visually appealing content. o Video production planning and management skills. o Strong communication skills. o Great attention to detail to ensure accuracy and consistency in all communications. o Strong problem-solving skills to address and resolve issues effectively. o Ability to work independently and as part of the team.
• Expert knowledge of English.

Application Instructions:

• All interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, please Click here to apply for the position on or before 21st October, 2024. When applying please attach detailed curriculum vitae containing complete names and addresses (postal, email, phone), along with names and contact details of three referees (one should be current or previous employer).
• All applications should be addressed to;

Country Director,  Good Neighbors Tanzania,  P.O. Box 33104, Dar es Salaam.

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted through their active mobile numbers and email addresses.
• Good Neighbors Tanzania will not be responsible for transport or/and accommodation during the interview, there will be no refund for the expenses incurred. Safeguarding and Protection: 

Good Neighbors Tanzania has a zero tolerance to any harm or sexual exploitation and abuse against any beneficiaries (or program participants). Safeguarding and Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is everyone’s shared responsibility and all GN employees and partners are required to adhere to GN’s Code of Conduct both during and outside working hours. Familiarization with and adherence to the GN Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct is an essential requirement of all employees and partners, in addition to related mandatory training. All applicants interested to work with GNTZ must ensure that they understand and act in accordance with this clause. Please Click here to access and review the GN Safeguarding Policy.