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Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Engage media and ensure outreach and coverage through events and other promotional activities

  • To organize an event to inform media about project support to farmers and agribusinesses in selected horticulture and meat value chains. Illustrate application of technological grants, technical assistance, enterprise development training and business development services.
  • Ensure publication of news stories and articles as per communication strategy.
  • Arrange media field trips to selected farm/agribusiness locations of progressive beneficiaries.

2. Coordinate the development and execution of a high profile promotional event for Halal Beef and “Agribusiness Expo” or selected horticulture and meat value-chains in business development and market linkages.

  • Help manage outreach to increase participation of stakeholder and promote events through invitations and use of various media.
  • Help manage design and development of venues, promotional and display materials and coordinate well-timed execution of event agenda
  • Manage media participation and ensure quality coverage in Print and TV media

3. Help with any other events and media engagement as required.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred, in the field of Mass Communication/Journalism.
  • At least 7-10 year experience with a combination of private sector and international development organizations, and at least 5 years of Media & event Coordination experience with international donors funded programs.
  • Proven track record of successful teamwork, good presentation/facilitation skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills required; training design and instruction preferred
  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, work under pressure, and meet deadlines
  • Proficiency in Microsoft suite.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and interpersonal skills