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Job Title: Communication Advisor
Location: Lusaka
Contract Type: Full time
Person reporting to: National Coordinator-DMMU

Background

The Disaster Management and Mitigation Unit (DMMU) is an emergency wing of the Government, mandated to prevent, mitigate, manage, and respond to disaster events in the country. It draws its powers from the Disaster Management Act No. 13 of 2010.

Position Summary

We seek a skilled Communication Advisor to join DMMU. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing effective communication strategies to enhance public awareness, preparedness, and response to disasters. The Communication Advisor will ensure timely and accurate information dissemination to various stakeholders, including the public, media, and Government officials.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communication strategy for the Unit
• Create public awareness campaigns to promote disaster risk reduction and management
• Collaborate with media outlets to disseminate timely and accurate information
• Write and disseminate press releases, statements, and other media materials
• Manage social media platforms to engage with the public and share critical information
• Develop and maintain a network of communication focal points across various stakeholders
• Provide communication support during disaster responses and emergencies
• Analyze and report on communication metrics and impact
• Ensure consistency in messaging and branding across all communication channels
• Identify and mitigate potential communication risks and issues
  Requirements and Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Communication, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience in communication, public relations, or journalism
• Experience working in Government or non-profit organizationsProven experience in crisis communication and emergency management
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
• Strong media relations and social media skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Knowledge of disaster risk reduction and management principles will be an added advantage