"OHDI is a non-profit organization that addresses interrelated issues of human, animal, environmental health through the integrated One Health approach.
Position Overview
- OHDI is seeking a creative, skilled, and motivated Media and Communications Officer to lead and support our growing communications portfolio. This role will focus on enhancing the organization’s visibility and engagement through strategic digital content creation, media engagement, and storytelling. The ideal candidate will play a central role in managing social media, developing multimedia content, writing and editing articles, and supporting the implementation of related communication activities.
Key ResponsibilitiesSocial Media Management
- Manage and grow OHDI’s presence on platforms including Twitter/X, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube.
- Develop and maintain a monthly content calendar with engaging and timely content.
- Draft and schedule posts, monitor analytics, and engage with followers.
- Run digital campaigns to amplify OHDI’s work and reach target audiences.
Content Writing and Editorial Support
- Draft articles, blog posts, press releases, donor updates, newsletters, and other communication materials.
- Edit and refine submissions for the One Health Insights Platform, ensuring high editorial quality, clarity, and consistency.
- Assist program teams in documenting success stories, project updates, and impact narratives.
Graphic Design and Multimedia Creation
- Design engaging visual content (graphics, infographics, social media posts, flyers) using tools like Canva, Photoshop, or Illustrator.
- Edit short-form videos and reels for social media, events, and presentations using tools such as CapCut, Adobe Premiere Pro, or Final Cut Pro.
- Create visual assets to support campaigns, reports, events, and donor engagement.
Website Management and Newsletter production
- Assist with uploading and updating content on OHDI’s website and platforms, including the One Health Insights blog.
- Ensure all published materials are visually appealing, user-friendly, and aligned with brand guidelines.
- Lead the planning, content development, design, and distribution of OHDI’s regular newsletters to stakeholders, partners, and subscribers.
Communications Strategy and Brand Support
- Contribute to the implementation of OHDI’s media and communications strategy.
- Ensure consistent messaging and branding across all platforms and communications.
- Monitor and evaluate media engagement metrics to inform improvements.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Media, Journalism, Public Health, Development Studies, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in media and communications (preferably in the nonprofit or development sector).
- Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
- Experience managing organizational social media accounts and digital campaigns.
- Proficiency in graphic design and video editing tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut, etc.).
- Familiarity with website CMS tools such as WordPress is an asset.
- Experience with or interest in podcast production is strongly desired.
- Knowledge of or interest in One Health, global health, or sustainable development is a plus.
Core Competencies
- Creativity and an eye for compelling visuals and narratives
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Proactive and self-motivated with attention to detail
- Collaborative and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
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