Background
IRC has been providing vital humanitarian programs in Chad since 2004 in response to the neighboring Darfur refugee crisis. Today, IRC operates throughout the country, delivering integrated interventions in health, including reproductive health, nutrition, water and sanitation, protection and women’s empowerment, with a focus on gender-based violence, as well as economic recovery, particularly cash transfers and income-generating activities. IRC Chad works closely with government stakeholders and line ministries to ensure alignment with national policies and strengthen ownership of implemented actions.
The Communication & Media Coordinator is responsible for the strategic coordination and implementation of communication and public engagement work in Chad. The position leads efforts to strengthen IRC’s reputation and influence in the country by building trust with key audiences to maximize organizational impact. The role supervises communication activities at the national level and ensures the production of communication materials that showcase IRC’s impact in Chad.
The coordinator also ensures emergency communication and contributes to positioning IRC as a leading humanitarian actor at the national level.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, review, and ensure the implementation of IRC Chad’s communication strategy
- Coordinate, with Deputy Directors for Programs, Operations, and Finance, the production of communication materials (brochures, factsheets, posters, newsletters, annual reports) in line with IRC branding standards
- Coordinate with program and field teams to produce and disseminate content (videos, documentaries, testimonials) highlighting IRC Chad activities
- Support project teams and technical coordinators in producing high-quality communication content (publications, website content, social media)
- Ensure regular updates of digital platforms (including rescue.net) for IRC Chad
- Manage social media to highlight program activities and results in Chad
- Coordinate the production of a monthly SITREP on emergency activities
- Manage media relations at the national level (press review, media coverage, journalist relations)
- Strengthen staff capacity on visibility, photography, media, and communication
- Ensure compliance of communication products with donor requirements
- Develop innovative and creative approaches to showcase IRC Chad interventions
- Maintain functional coordination with headquarters communication teams (without regional responsibility)
- Participate in national advocacy meetings and events
- Identify and capitalize on relevant content, publications, and resources for the Chad context
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor related to activities in Chad
Media Management
- Serve as the focal point for media in Chad
- Develop and maintain a network with national media outlets
- Promote IRC Chad’s activities and priorities to the media
- Facilitate journalists’ field visits to project sites
- Train and coach IRC spokespersons at national level
- Ensure communication in case of crisis or emergency
- Manage a coherent and engaging digital presence for IRC Chad
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