Location:\u00a0Lusaka, Zambia
\nSalary: ZMW660,000 \u2013 730,000 based on suitability and experience
\nReports to:\u00a0Group CEO\u2019s Office, with collaboration with Director of Fundraising (UK)
\nContract Type:\u00a024 month contract (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday)
\nAbout MicroLoan Foundation
\nMicroLoan Foundation is a women\u2019s empowerment and poverty alleviation organisation supporting women in rural areas of sub-Saharan Africa. We provide financial literacy, business training, ongoing support, and small loans to help women start small businesses. We operate in Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and South Africa, with a fundraising office in the UK and charitable arms in the USA and Australia.
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\nMicroLoan Foundation is committed to promoting equality and diversity. We are proud to foster a culture that actively values differences and recognises that people from diverse backgrounds and experiences can bring valuable insights to the workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances the way we work, and we are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
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\nRole Overview
\nThis is a uniquely hands-on role that also demands creativity and strong strategic instincts. You will lead the communications function across our subsidiaries and global donor markets. You will be responsible for developing and delivering strategic communications, fundraising campaigns, executive messaging, and brand management\u2014while also rolling up your sleeves to manage day-to-day activities.
\nExecution-heavy tasks such as graphic design, video editing, social media content creation and scheduling, and advanced SEO will be outsourced, and you will oversee these external relationships, including vendors and volunteers. As the role evolves, you will play a central part in building the department, including recruiting and mentoring at least one junior team member.
\nThis is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, is comfortable being both strategic and hands-on, and is motivated by the chance to build something impactful from the ground up.
\nThe role is open to candidates with the Right to work in Zambia and who do not require sponsorship now or in the future.
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\nKey Responsibilities
\nStrategy & Leadership<\/p>\n
Develop and implement a global communications strategy aligned with organisational goals
\nLead internal communications strategy and tools across subsidiaries
\nSet and track KPIs for campaigns and communications initiatives<\/p>\n
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\nBrand & Messaging<\/p>\n
Ensure brand consistency across all markets and channels
\nDevelop key messaging frameworks for donor, investor, and media audiences
\nProvide executive communications support to the Group CEO and country CEOs
\nDocument and disseminate impact stories across major markets<\/p>\n
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\nFundraising Communications<\/p>\n
Deliver multi-channel fundraising campaigns in UK, US, and Australia.
\nDevelop donor engagement strategies and content.
\nCoordinate thought-leadership and media opportunities for senior leaders
\nAward\/media appeal relationship building and applications<\/p>\n
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\nManagement and oversight of other core tasks<\/p>\n
Website management
\nSocial media strategy
\nGraphic design for websites, reports, brochures, and social assets in liaison with creative agency<\/p>\n
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\nVendor and Volunteer Management<\/p>\n
Manage external agencies and volunteers for content creation, social media management, design, video, SEO, Google grants, and website development where required
\nOversee budget and ensure quality and timely delivery of outsourced work
\nMaintain a roster of approved vendors with SLAs and benchmarks<\/p>\n
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\nEssential Qualifications, Skills & Experience<\/p>\n
Bachelor\u2019s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, International Relations, Development Studies, or a related field.
\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills
\n5 years of proven experience in executive and strategic communications
\n3 years of proven experience in public campaigns, fundraising communications, or direct marketing
\nStrong project management skills
\n2 years of website management experience
\nAbility to analyse data and optimise campaign performance<\/p>\n
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\nDesirable Qualifications, Skills & Experience<\/p>\n
Experience in UK, US, or Australian donor markets
\nBackground in nonprofit communications
\nMaster\u2019s degree in Communications, Strategic Management, or Nonprofit Management can be an added advantage<\/p>\n
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\nPersonal Attributes<\/p>\n
Passionate about the mission
\nCreative with excellent attention to detail
\nProactive and adaptable
\nStrategic thinker with strong collaboration skills
\nResults-oriented and analytical<\/p>\n
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