For the GIZ Project
“Support to the Stabilization Process in Sudan (SSPS)”
a qualified person based in Khartoum to fill the following position:
“Project Communication Officer (PFO)”

Scope of Project
The project "Support to the Stabilization Process in Sudan" is a new project within the framework of the Federal Republic of Germany's commitment. The objective is to support the transitional Government in stabilizing Sudan.

A significant challenge of the transitional government is to stabilize the country economically and to provide basic state services to the population reliably. Sudan ranks 170th out of 189 on the United Nations Human Development Index, and the socio-economic fundamentals are accordingly poor. The lack of basic services or the inadequacy of the capacity of the state administration weakens the confidence of the population. The expectation of the population that the conditions of living in the short term will improve appreciably in the short term through targeted measures by the transitional government is very high.

There is, therefore, a need for rapid actions to ensure a peaceful transition process. In this context, three main areas of activity, with the Sudanese partners, were identified together, where there is a high need and where rapid support is explicitly desired are namely: 1. the energy sector, 2. public finances, 3. secure IT infrastructures. A large part of the capacity-building support is intended to benefit the providers of change processes (change agents) in state institutions and other stakeholders in order to support their commitment to the positive change processes. By providing knowledge and capacity the project will contribute to stabilization and peace in Sudan. The interventions will result in enhanced capacity and performance of the transitional Government and primary stakeholders in the areas of energy, public finances, and IT infrastructure.

The Communication Officer will provide the following key functions for external and internal communication:

• Develop a communication strategy and an action plan targeting various audiences of the project in collaboration with the project team
• Production of photo- short video- and possibly audio material
• Design of visibility material (e.g. banners, posters, rollups, shirts and others)
• Linking up with local media and production of relevant press releases
• Liaising with external PR and communication service providers and managing contracts with suppliers and contractors.
• Assure implementation of corporate design standards by GIZ, German Foreign Office and implementing partners.
• Assure and assist in proper usage of GIZ internal digital communication tools
• Events planning and management with regards to visibility
• Monitor news on the media and communication activities of implementing partners and provide weekly media reports.
• Draft press release, fact sheets, speeches and written material to be published.
• Provide concepts for campaign-related to stabilization and project themes.
• Design leaflets and digital material for media and social media.

Other Activities

• Any other duties/functions as deemed necessary or as requested or delegated by the Project Director/Manager.

• Training/ Education: Degree in Communication, Journalism, Graphic Design, Filmmaking, Photography or similar fields.
• Technical specific knowledge: Advanced proficiency in graphic design, photo and video editing software, video- and photography is preferred,
• Previous experience: At least 3 years of professional experience in comparable positions, preferably in the field.
• Languages: Native level Arabic, Excellent level of English
• IT and specific systems: Photo, video and design software

Personal skills:

• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to quickly grasp complex concepts and process information.
• Flexibility, high self-initiative and creative thinking
• Excellent inter-cultural and inter-personal competencies
• Knowledge of GIZ publication guidelines rules and regulations is a preferred.
• Confidential handling of data and information
• Very good working knowledge of ITC technologies (related software, phone, fax, email, the internet) and computer applications (MS Office: Excel, Word, Outlook, MS teams and Skype for Business)
• Good management and organisational skills
• Structured written communication and very good communication skills
• Ability to work proactively and in a dependable, responsible manner with great attention to detail.
• Willingness to upskill as required by the tasks to be performed – corresponding measures are agreed with management.
• Fluent written and oral knowledge of Arabic and English.

We actively encourage applications from women and people with disabilities.
Closing date: 15 days from the date of the announcement.

Please submit the following documents through Sudanjob.net in soft copy:

• In English CV (max. two pages)
• Motivation letter include:

1. In English (Max 1.5 Pages, Arial font size12): Motivation letter among others, include Why do you think you are suitable candidate for this post and what you can bring to the project.
2. In Arabic (Max 1.5 Pages, Arial font size14): List at least three development challenges Sudan currently faces. Suppose you were a high-level decision maker or policymaker. How would you address one of the above priorities (Explain the approach you would adopt in addressing this priority, then provide brief solutions/suggestions?
3. In English (Max 1.5 Pages, Arial font size12): What commutation ideas would have to help support the project themes namely (Energy, Public finance management Anti-corruption measures, importance of National budget in economic development).
4. Expected monthly salary

Additional documents or tests may be requested at a later date.

NB shortlisted applicants will be subjected to a written assessment for a further selection
The Procurement and Financial Officer (PFO) will be reporting to the Director/Head of project

Women and people with physical disability are highly encouraged to apply

Please submit the following documents through Sudanjob.net in soft copy:

• In English CV
• Motivation letter