Communication Advisor - Virtual Assignement

Communication Advisor - Virtual Assignement

Location
Canada, Rwanda
Duration
4 months
Language of work
English
Format
Virtual

 

In Rwanda, CECI supports the economic empowerment of vulnerable women: farmers and breeders, heads of household and young mothers, those living in refugee camps or involved in cross-border trade. Although considerable progress has been made towards gender equality in Rwanda, especially at the political level, the situation of women in at the household level requires effort. CECI volunteers work in collaboration with civil society organizations to improve women's economic opportunities as well as their resilience and adaptation to climate change. In collaboration with women's rights organizations, volunteers also support the creation of an enabling environment for gender equality. 

 

*** This assignment will be done from Canada without any financial compensation.

Partner organisation

Rural Developpment Initiative (RDI) renforce les capacités les petit·e·s agriculteur·rice·s rurales·aux au Rwanda en les aidant à passer de l’agriculture de subsistance à une agriculture orientée vers le marché ********* Rural Developpment Initiative(RDI) empowers small farmers in rural Rwanda by transitioning subsistence farmers to market agriculture

Functions

  • Assist the partner organization in reviewing and managing its existing platforms, including LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter/X, YouTube, and the partner organization’s website.
  • Provide support in identifying strengths (tone, style, visuals, audience engagement) and areas for improvement (consistency, branding, posting frequency).
  • Support the identification of opportunities to cross-post or adapt content across platforms and contribute to the creation and launch of an Instagram account for RDI, ensuring consistency with the partner organization’s branding and quality standards.
  • Contribute to the documentation of key activities, including training, workshops, farm visits, community dialogues, events, and partnership initiatives.
  • Participate in the production of professional and engaging content by writing captions, designing infographics, editing photos, producing short-form videos and reels, and repurposing stories across multiple platforms to maximize reach and impact.
  • Take into account gender equality, rights and diversity in all activities, with particular emphasis on the participation and representation of women and young women in all activities.  
  • Integrate environmental issues and climate change adaptation in all activities.
  • Make sure to respect, at all times, the organization's guides, manuals, guidelines or instructions related to security and safety.
  • Participate in communication activities designed to share your volunteering experience with those around you and raise awareness of international solidarity issues which may include a fundraising activity.  
  • Complete a weekly time sheet and send it to the person responsible at CECI Montreal;  
  • Write the reports required by the partner organization and the CECI program. 

Required skills

  • Degree in Communication, Journalism or any relevant field.
  • Experience in inclusive communication.
  • Experience in managing promotional materials and publications for social media.
  • Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
  • Strong analytical mindset with proven problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent communication skills in English. 

Benefits and Support

  • Support and guidance during the assignment.
  • Flexible schedule, based on your availability.
  • The opportunity to contribute between 5 and 35 hours per week without leaving your job.
  • Participation in a pre-assignment training where you will have the opportunity to learn about CECI and gain practical skills for working in international cooperation.
  • An incredible opportunity to live a unique and enriching professional experience in international cooperation while staying at home
CECI is an employer that values diversity and respects employment equity. People from the following groups are encouraged to apply: Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, people living with disabilities, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

Le parcours d’une personne volontaire

Pré-mandat

Une fois la candidature retenue

Avant de commencer votre mandat, vous êtes accompagné-e pour bien vous préparer :

  • Formation pré-affectation pour comprendre le CECI et développer vos compétences pour le volontariat international
  • Organisation pratique : visas et permis de travail, vaccins, assurance santé, logistique de voyage
  • Collecte de fonds et engagement du public (si applicable)
Mandat

Pendant votre affectation, vous êtes intégré-e et soutenu-e par les organisations partenaires :

  • Orientation à l’arrivée dans le pays ou dans le cadre du mandat virtuel
  • Collaboration étroite avec lesorganisations partenaires et participation aux activités prévues dans le mandat
  • Activité d’engagement du public à débuter
  • Suivi continu, accompagnement et mesures de sécurité assurées par l’équipe du CECI
  • Mise en pratique de vos compétences professionnelles pour appuyer des initiatives locales.
Post-mandat

Après la fin de votre mandat, vous poursuivez votre engagement et capitalisez sur votre expérience :

  • Retour au Canada et bilan individuel
  • Activité d’engagement du public à compléter
  • Engagement dans le réseau des ancien-ne-s volontaires
  • Opportunités de partage d’expériences, mentorat et participation à des activités du CECI

Want to be part of the change?

Submit your candidacy

Have any questions?

Contact our
recruitment team.

Notice

Following recent changes to the Government of Canada’s international travel advice, CECI will gradually resume international volunteer deployments. Express your interest by applying on our available positions. Conditions related to the resumption of international mobilization will follow shortly.

We are always looking for Canadian citizens or permanent residents living in one of the countries where our programs are implemented. If this is your case, please send us your application!

*NEW* We now offer remote volunteering positions! If you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident and are available to provide support for 5 to 35 hours per week to one of our partner organizations, you can now do remote volunteer assignment from Canada. Consult the list of available positions!