Communications and Campaigns Officer

The postholder will be responsible for facilitating campaign capacity development and communications, as well as overseeing the implementation of related activities. He/She will work in collaboration with other units, projects, partners and ActionAid countries to maximize the power and effectiveness of campaigns. The officer will also oversee the implementation of ActionAid Zimbabwe’s communications strategy, which supports the organisation’s advocacy and campaigning work, strengthens brand identity and increases supporter engagement. This position aims to raise the profile of ActionAid Zimbabwe and improve the visibility of its programs and partnerships at local, national and international levels.

The Key Responsibilities:

• Develop AAZ campaigns strategy in consultation with the Programs Team and in alignment with the ActionAid Federation Campaigns Framework.
• Lead the integration of communication, documentation and information work into the AAZ Strategy, Annual Plans and Budgets and medium/long-term plans.
• Ensure public and supporter campaigning and communications strategies for priority campaigns are designed to reach and engage large audiences. Develop and produce actions that enable supporters and the wider public to contribute to campaign objectives.
• Integrate online mobilisation approaches effectively into national strategies and plans.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the Country Programme on the design and implementation of global advocacy campaigns. Offer professional expertise to determine appropriate campaign strategies and tactics, and lead in planning communications and mobilisation activities that effectively influence targeted decision-makers.
• Identify capacity-building needs of partners, rights holders, and AAZ staff in documentation, communication, campaigns, and information work. Develop and implement related capacity-building plans.
• Write, edit, and supervise the production and dissemination of AAZ publications, communication, campaign, and information materials (e.g., newsletters, magazines, press statements, brochures, flyers, posters, videos, etc.).
• Organize and facilitate AAZ’s public relations and marketing activities, including exhibitions at relevant platforms (e.g., Agricultural Shows, NGO Expos, Trade Fairs, Public Meetings, Civil Society Meetings, Donor Roundtable Meetings, etc.).
• Contribute to the development of concept papers and project proposals aligned with the strategic objectives of the Country Strategic Paper.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A degree in Media Studies, Communication, Journalism, Marketing, or a related discipline. A postgraduate qualification with a focus on Gender and Development Studies, Disaster and Livelihoods, or any of the aforementioned fields will be an added advantage.
• At least two years of practical experience in media, journalism, communications, public relations, or marketing. Experience in planning and executing public campaigns (including global campaigns) or communications strategies aimed at public engagement and influencing decision-makers is required.

 KEY COMPETENCIES

• Exceptional interpersonal and networking skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Interest in and understanding of new developments and trends in communications and campaigning.
• Expertise in core communications disciplines, including media relations, social media strategy, multimedia, and brand and reputation management.
• Experience with new media and web-based platforms is an added advantage.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to express ideas clearly and concisely and proactively share information about decisions and plans.
• Demonstrated experience in coordinating campaigns.
• Solid understanding of digital campaigning methods and planning digital campaign tactics.
• Willingness to travel occasionally, including on short notice.
• Experience working within the NGO sector is preferred.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS & CLOSING DATE

Please submit your curriculum vitae and a motivation letter using the following link: 

 https://actionaidzimbabwe.bamboohr.com/careers/64?source=aWQ9MjY%3Dby 17:00 hrs on 20 July 2025. Ensure that the subject line of your email includes "Communications and Campaigns Officer Application."

ActionAid will only recruit candidates who are committed to Sexual Harassment, Exploitation and Abuse (SHEA) and Safeguarding, as well as to ActionAid’s values, helping to create safer, more inclusive working cultures.

NB: Please note that whilst all applicants will be assessed strictly on their individual merits, qualified women are especially encouraged to apply. Please further note that although we value all applications, we unfortunately can only respond to short-listed candidates.