Marketing & Communications Coordinator

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Communications and Sponsorship (33%)

• Prepare content and assist the Executive Director in producing all communications including the monthly newsletter, quarterly newsletter, press releases, blogs content, etc
• Work with relevant staff in ensuring there is sufficient photographic/video coverage of TST programs and events, including encouraging local staff to develop their skills
• Assist development team with post visitor and volunteer communication and stewardship
• Write blog posts sharing stories of TST, our families, and your experience as a fellow
• With the development team, create pitches for articles + press releases
• Editing, supporting and proofreading internal and external communications, including reports, and particularly sponsorship updates, using material and information collected by supporting team members.

Volunteer Recruitment (33%)

• Create and manage strategy for reaching new potential volunteer and visitor prospects
• Manage all advertisement platforms used for volunteers, interns, and visitors, finding new and creative ways to publicize our Cultural and Skills Exchange
• Assist in copy editing and website content
• Assist in communications with potential volunteers and visitors.
• Support Rachel in volunteer coordination as needed, especially with language related issues.

Social Media (33%)

• Manage and take primary responsibility for social media channels
• Engage with current and potential supporters on all social media platforms
• Publicize TST’s programs and projects by engaging with online communities
• Ensure that the sponsor Facebook group is regularly updated with photos, min. post 2x week
• Develop and implement creative and effective storytelling strategies that help generate additional sponsors and donors
• Research and recommend platforms for storytelling and innovative new communication techniques

Requirements:

• Impeccable English, prefer a native speaker but open to very strong written and spoken English from anyone.
• Familiarity with photo editing software, Canva, Google Docs Suite, and other communications software.
• Experience in marketing and communications, ideally for a nonprofit
• Respect for Tanzanian culture and a love of the country that you’re eager to share!

To apply:

• Submit a cover letter and CV to sofia@thesmallthings.org.
• Include a writing sample (a blog is ideal) and some photography and/or videography samples. You do not need to create anything new for this.

Health insurance after 3 month probationary period, reduced cost day care and preschool, flexible schedules.

Impeccable English required

Swahili a major plus for international applicants