Summary
Date Posted: Monday, January 30, 2023 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
R4G Background:
Nathan is implementing the USAID Zambia Revenue for Growth Project (R4G). R4G supports the Government of the Republic of Zambia (GRZ) in its efforts to improve domestic revenue mobilization and expand fiscal space for public spending and investments in service delivery and poverty reduction. R4G engages both government and non-government stakeholders to build capacity in tax policy analysis, improve tax compliance and administration, and strengthen the tax culture in a manner that facilitates private sector growth and accountability relationships between taxpayers and the GRZ.
Communications Assistant Position summary and Key tasks:
Nathan is seeking a Communications Assistant to provide administrative and technical support to the R4G Communications Team. This full-time, short-term (three-month) position reports directly to R4G’s Communications Specialist. The Communications Assistant is expected to start work on or about March 1, 2023.

The Communications Assistant will perform the following key tasks:
• Assist in the execution of communications strategies;
• Assist in the development and execution of social media strategies and monitor and evaluate the impact of R4G’s digital work;
• Assist in the creation of communication products;
• Create and edit videos, photos and presentations as assigned;
• Draft and edit communications copy;
• Provide event management support for R4G events;
• Manage R4G’s Communications calendar;
• Maintain and update stakeholder databases;
• Media monitoring; and
• Additional administrative assistance and other tasks as needed.
All tasks will be conducted in Lusaka unless otherwise directed.

Qualifications & Skills:
The Communications Assistant is expected to possess the following qualifications and skills:
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing or related field;
• Knowledge of media relations and digital media strategies;
• Proven proficiency in using various social media platforms;
• Strong writing, proofreading/editing and research skills;
• Proficiency in MS Office;
• Working knowledge of design software (e.g., Photoshop, InDesign);
• Experience with photography, video production and editing;
• Strong communication skills;
• Excellent attention to detail;
• Strong organizational and time management skills;
• Ability to work well in a team, but also able to work independently;
• Motivated, proactive, reliable and able to prioritize a varied workload and meet deadlines;
• Flexible and willing to learn and adapt within the work environment; and
• Previous work experience in a similar role is preferred.


Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
Candidates are required to submit a cover letter, CV, and unedited writing sample to RGARecruiting@nathaninc.com by February 13, 2023. Please include “R4G Communications Assistant” in the subject line. Only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls please. If candidates have any questions please email RGARecruiting@nathaninc.com.

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