Africa Harvest Communication Manager

Africa Harvest Communication Manager
April 15, 2015 Job Description

Africa Harvest Biotech Foundation International (AHBFI or Africa Harvest) is an International Agricultural Technology Development and Dissemination Foundation incorporated in the USA as a
non-profit organization.
It has its headquarters in Kenya and operational regional offices in Johannesburg, South Africa, Toronto Canada and Washington D.C in the U.S.A.
The vision of Africa Harvest is ‘to be a lead contributor in making Africa free of hunger, poverty and malnutrition’ while the mission is ‘to apply innovative approaches to impact rural communities through sustainable agricultural development’.
The Foundation seeks to empower rural communities in Africa by providing appropriate technologies to boost their food production and income.Africa Harvest is seeking a motivated individual to fill the following position:

Communication Manager
Primary responsibilities: Reporting to the Director, Communication for Development & Knowledge Management, the Communication Manager will enhance Africa Harvest’s visibility while creating and maintaining partnerships with stakeholders to fostering understanding and adoption of agricultural innovations.Academic Qualifications: Degree in Communication, Journalism or Public Relations
Experience: 

• At least5 years media, public relations or any other communication-related experience; at least one year should be in development communication
• Key Competences:
• Excellent working knowledge of African print, electronic and online media
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Leadership and management skills

How to Apply
For detailed job description, visit our website www.africaharvest.org/jobsAll applications should be sent with current, detailed CV, one-page cover letter explaining your suitability for the job, salary and benefits expectations and three names of your referees.
Only electronic applications should be submitted by Friday, 17 April, 2015 to:The Deputy Chief Executive Officer
Africa Harvest, Village Market,
Nairobi, Kenya.E mail: jobs@africaharvest.org

Only short listed candidates meeting the required qualifications will be contacted.