Communications and Outreach Assistant

Job Title: Communications and Publications Officer

The African Technology Policy Studies (ATPS) Network seeks a dynamic and skilled Communications and Publications Officer to join our team. This role is central to advancing our mission through effective communication, content creation, and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintaining the ATPS website and uploading new content.
• Managing all ATPS social media platforms, including content planning and engagement.
• Assisting in writing, editing, proofreading, and designing all ATPS publications on a timely basis – including articles for international journals, ATPS publication series, popular articles, book volumes, and publications in the fourth estate.
• Assisting in photography, videography, video editing, and producing the ATPS podcast.
• Collecting information and stories for the publication of in-house newsletters (twice a year), news articles, bibliographies, brochures, program promotions, and media outreach on a timely basis.
• Assisting in the fundraising efforts of the ATPS communications team through proposal writing and bidding for contracts.
• Assisting in running the ATPS Information Resource Centre.
• Working with consulting designers, editors, and other suppliers to publish institutional documents.
• Assisting in organizing media and public awareness events and campaigns, as well as special events such as the Scientific Revival Day for Africa.
• Preparing ATPS promotional and advocacy materials.
• Maintaining contact with press and information professionals; communicating with libraries and publishers for documents and information requested by ATPS staff.
• Assisting the team in media outreach and information dissemination activities, and supporting the implementation of relevant public events.
• Designing and implementing advocacy and communications strategy plans.
• Assisting the team in undertaking research on topical issues as identified by the Research, Training and Communications Leader.
• Undertaking any other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualifications

Academic Qualification

A degree in Communications, Journalism, or any other related discipline from a recognized university is required.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and networking skills to work well with a wide range of stakeholders and elicit accurate information and views on relevant issues.
• Strong coordination, facilitation, negotiation, networking, lobbying, and advocacy skills.
• At least 2 years of proven experience in communications, preferably with an international organization.
• Experience in journalism and editorial work.
• Video editing, podcast production, and photography/videography skills.
• Good writing skills.
• Good knowledge and experience in using computers.
• Ability to undertake research will be an advantage.
• Web design skills are a distinct advantage.
• Proficiency in English, French, and Kiswahili, as well as experience in public relations, will be a major advantage.

Personal Attributes

• Good character.
• A self-starter with a strong desire to learn.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send an application letter stating their motivation for the job and a detailed curriculum vitae with at least three (3) referees to [email protected] with a copy to [email protected]. The deadline for submissions is Monday, 20 July 2026. Use the job title “Communications and Outreach Assistant” as the subject of your email.