British High Commission Communication Officer Jobs in Accra - Ghana

British High Commission Communication Officer Jobs in Accra - Ghana


Job Category
  • Foreign and Commonwealth Office (Policy & Political roles)
    Job Subcategory
  • Communications, Press and Media

    Main purpose of job:

    The successful candidate will report to the Communications Manager and support them in the delivery of effective and engaging UK communications in Ghana that support bilateral, prosperity, security and corporate objectives.

    Duties will include, but will not be limited to, designing striking digital content for use on the British High Commission’s social media channels, and working with a broad range of media stakeholders to influence external messaging and to deliver UK Government messages.

    The successful candidate will provide tailored communications advice and support to UK Government departments working in Ghana, and work across departments as part of a ‘whole of mission’ approach.

    Roles and responsibilities:

  • Manage all social media accounts and website of the British High Commission with final approval from the Communications Manager.
  • Design creative story-telling content that inspire, inform and engage audience on all British High Commission digital platforms.
  • Act as the official photographer for all British High Commission events and maintain a proper archive of all digital contents.
  • Daily Monitoring of Ghanaian media outlets for content of interest to the UK.
  • Compile media distribution list and contacts whiles evaluating all media activities.
  • Supporting the Communications Manager in the implementation of strategic communication for the British High Commission.
  • Lead on branding ensuring brand visibility and managing brand logistics.
  • Work with HMG departments, including British Council, DFID, DIT UKVI to establish and implement appropriate campaign plans ensuring cross HMG communication.
  • Provide logistical support
    in the delivery of all HMG events.
  • Providing informal guidance to National Service Personnel working in the team.

    Essential qualifications, skills and experience
  • Minimum of 1 years’ experience working in a Diplomatic Mission or media organisation.
  • Demonstrable social media skills, including implementing media campaigns
  • Strong links in the media, including TV, Radio, Print and social media.
  • Experience in producing innovative and creative social media and video content.

    Desirable qualifications, skills and experience
  • French Language
  • Photo and video content editorial skills.

    Required competencies
  • Leading and Communicating, Collaborating and Partnering, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace

    Other benefits and conditions of employment
    Learning and development opportunities (and any specific training courses to be completed):

  • Online e-learning
  • On the job learning, job shadowing and mentoring
  • Access to library
  • Various development workshops in the region.

    Working patterns:
  • There will be a requirement to work out of hours to support events.

    Additional information
  • All applicants must be legally able to work in Ghana with the correct visa/status or work permit.
  • The successful applicant will demonstrate that they meet the requirements under Ghanaian law to work in Ghana.
  • The British High Commission in Accra is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference.
  • Staff recruited locally by the British High Commission in Accra is subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Ghanaian employment law.
  • Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted.

    How to Apply
  • Interested candidates should apply online by 28 December 2018
  • For more information and job application details, see; British High Commission Communication Officer Jobs in Accra - Ghana

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