Communications Manager

Position Overview

The Communications Manager is responsible for developing and executing the programme's communications and visibility strategy to support donor accountability, stakeholder engagement, and brand positioning.

The role exists to ensure that programme results, learning, and impact are translated into clear, credible, and compelling narratives for diverse audiences, including donors, partners, policymakers, beneficiaries, and the general public.

Key Responsibilities

Communications Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communications and visibility strategy aligned with programme objectives and donor requirements
• Define key messaging frameworks for different audiences and stakeholders
• Ensure communications activities support programme influence, learning, and sustainability objectives

Content Development & Storytelling

• Produce high-quality written, visual, and multimedia content, including reports, briefs, case studies, success stories, and digital content
• Translate complex programme data and outcomes into accessible, audience-appropriate narratives
• Ensure all content reflects accuracy, sensitivity, and development-sector best practice

Donor Visibility & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with donor branding, visibility, and acknowledgement requirements
• Support the preparation of donor reports, publications, and communication materials
• Coordinate communications inputs for donor reviews, learning events, and external evaluations

Media Relations & Digital Platforms

• Manage relationships with media outlets and oversee press engagements
• Develop and manage the programme's digital presence, including website and social media platforms
• Monitor media coverage and digital engagement metrics

Stakeholder Engagement & Internal Communications

• Support internal communication across programme teams and partners
• Coordinate communications activities to strengthen stakeholder relationships and programme visibility