Led by the Government of
Botswana, the Gaborone Declaration is a regional policy framework for
sustainable development that was signed onto by South Africa, Namibia,
Mozambique, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania, Liberia, Gabon and Ghana. It is a
commitment to incorporating the values of natural capital into public and
private policies and practices, working toward sustainable production, and
increasing the data, knowledge and capacity to pursue a sustainable development
pathway.
As
the Secretariat, Conservation International leads the
coordination of the Gaborone Declaration, including defining a framework for
implementation, working directly with national governments to promote and
pursue action, cultivating partnerships with private and public entities
interested in supporting the effort, and developing projects that demonstrate
the principles of the Gaborone Declaration.
The Communications Officer,
working with the Executive Secretary and other members of the GDSA Secretariat,
as well as relevant staff from CI’s Africa + Madagascar Field Division (AMFD),
will develop the communications plan for the GDSA and take the lead in its
implementation. The Communications Officer will be responsible for
disseminating information to and maintaining support for the GDSA among key
stakeholders.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement communications strategy for
Gaborone Declaration for Sustainability in Africa.
- Disseminate information to and foster information
flow between GDSA signatories and stakeholders through the GDSA website,
newsletters, events and other channels as appropriate.
- Develop and maintain communications content,
products and channels related to the GDSA.
- Serve as primary point of contact for media
relations regarding the GDSA.
Working Conditions
- Typical office environment.
- This position is based in Gaborone, Botswana. Some
domestic and international travel will be required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- The Communications Officer should have a B.A.
- 4 to 6 years experience in a similar position.
- Experience with web design, media relations, and
other communications disciplines.
- An understanding of issues pertaining to
sustainable development in Africa.
- Experience working with African government
stakeholders at high levels.
- Proven writing and editorial ability.
- Excellent communications skills both orally and in
writing.
- English language fluency.
Preferred
- French language fluency.
- A higher terminal degree (Masters) is desirable in
a discipline related to communications and/or the environment.
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