JOB DESCRIPTION

Location:
Flexible in Africa Region. Senegal, Ethiopia or Kenya preferred. Other location where Oxfam is present, and you have the existing right to work


Contract: 4 years fixed term
One Oxfam Grade: C2
Salary and benefits: National
Oxfam International is unable to guarantee the obtaining of a work permit for the role. Candidates must already have and be able to retain the legal right to work in the location where they are based. We are not able to support the relocation of a candidate to take up the position in an Oxfam location.
We believe flexible working is key to building the Secretariat of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of working arrangements that might work for you.


THE ROLE
Oxfam International’s Africa Platform is looking for a Digital Content Advisor who will develop the Digital and Content Strategy and ensure its implementation. These activities will increase Oxfam's visibility and influence in Africa. It will also support the campaigns led by the Africa Platform, countries or cluster, on the online mobilization component.
Please see the Job Description for further details.


WE’RE LOOKING FOR A PERSON WITH
• At least a degree in media studies or journalism, communications, social media, Library/Information Science or Archival Studies or Information Science or related studies.
• Substantive experience as a journalist or social media/communications specialist or web writer, community manager.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English. Proficiency in French is desirable.
• Experience of communicating/ telling stories using social networks and other digital tools.
• A deep understanding of current digital media trends, including tools and content consumption patterns.
• Experience of working in regional (Africa) social media. Global social media is an added advantage.
• Exceptional multi-media and story-gathering skills.
• Ability to conceptualise, design and deliver stories to diverse audiences.
• Ability to lead complex projects and Knowledge of how the national, continental, and international media works.

• Ability to represent the organisation in high-profile and high-pressured external environments.
• Ability to use various social media platforms to support Oxfam’s campaigns and programmes and strong understanding of how the social media can be used to fundraise and influence change.
• Ability to develop creative ways to engage the public on emergencies and development work.
• Ability to manage brand and design guidelines as applies to all OiA social network by all staff, suppliers, and partners.
• Knowledge of the international development and humanitarian context.
• Ability to produce high-quality digital communications products within tight deadlines.
• Ability to edit video, use Photoshop or other graphic design/ publishing tools.
• Experience in managing teams, working with different cultures and working with geographically dispersed teams.
• Innovative and creative approach to problem solving.
• Broad knowledge of ingesting, editing and archiving digital media for film production and photography.
• Awareness of ethical issues in the context of AV work and ability to deal sensitively with them.
• Awareness of legal issues in relation to AV material.
• Organisational skills, and the ability to organise own workload efficiently, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to understand and accept the requirement for sensitivity/confidentiality when handling information.


WHAT WE OFFER
At Oxfam, we believe that every aspect of our work can lead to a positive outcome. If you have the same opinion, together with the ability to meet the challenges involved, this role offers scope for immense personal fulfilment – as well as outstanding opportunities to develop your career.
Oxfam is committed to providing a fair compensation package and to providing a flexible, supportive, working environment


HOW TO APPLY
Please upload an up to date CV and a covering letter, clearly explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the Job profile.
Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted- usually within 2 weeks of the closing date.


ABOUT US
Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.
That means we tackle the inequality that keeps people poor. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. When disaster strikes, we help people build better lives for themselves, and for others. We take on issues like land rights, climate change and discrimination against women. And we won’t stop until every person on the planet can enjoy life free from poverty.
We are an international confederation of 21 organizations (affiliates) plus the Oxfam International Secretariat, working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.
All our work is led by our core values: Empowerment, Accountability, Inclusiveness, Courage, Solidarity and Equality.


OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING
Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

Note: All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and may be subject to appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam International Secretariat also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, if a job applicant has been employed by another member of the scheme, we will request information from that organization about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedure