Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC) Recruitment for Communications Officer

Applications are invited from interested and suitably qualified candidates for Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC) Recruitment for Communications Officer.

The Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC) statutory committee established by the Petroleum Revenue management Act (Act 815) to monitor the usage and management of the petroleum revenues for the benefit of the citizenry

As a part of the strategy to equip the Secretariat, the committee is seeking to employ the services of a full-time Communications Officer who has the ability
to function as part of a team.

Job Title: Communications Officer 

Details

The Communications Officer will be responsible for managing the communications and information operations of PIAC. The main purpose of this position is to facilitate effective communication between PIAC and the external public by ensuring high brand visibility of the Committee at all times. The Communications Officer will be responsible for the following:

Coordinate the development and implementation of PIAC’s communications, public relations and outreach in line with PIAC’s strategic direction and program objectives

Work with the Senior Management Team to plan, develop and roll out PIAC’s communications strategy to maximize public awareness and engagement

Responsible for press releases, statutory publications, success stories and PIAC’s positions on topical development issues

Design, manage and maintain PIACs social media presence

Ensure production and dissemination of a quarterly & annual newsletter and annual narrative report

Collect, collate, edit and publish all PIAC documentation for both internal and external audiences ensuring that they are of the highest quality

Manage the PIAC website to ensure it is constantly updated, interesting and interactive-using appropriate social media platforms as a vehicle

Coordinate field visits to project sites and ensure proper dissemination of information for events and success stories

Develop and maintain relationships with media and other partners throughout the country.

Closely monitor and track media coverage of PIAC’s events and activities

Ensure the promotion of various events and activities of the committee in the media and online platforms

Source, commission and edit news, images and videos for the website and online media.

Qualities

Requirements

1. Good communication (written and spoken) and interpersonal skills
2. Able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
3. Able to function well as part of a team
4. Diligent attention to detail
5. Results-oriented
6. Strong in using Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator
7. Skills in designing simple infographics for campaigns
8. Graphic design, photography and printing experience
9. Integrity and Confidentiality

How to Apply

Applicants should send their applications and CV  to:

[email protected]

or deliver personally to the PIAC Secretariat at East Legon, NII Amon Kotey Street, Accra 2 weeks after the date of publication.

You can call 0302 242 006 for directions.