Communications Officer – Urban Youth Programming

Communications Officer – Urban Youth ProgrammingLocation:Dodoma, Tanzania, with activities across Dar es Salaam and DodomaEmployment Type:Local – Fixed Term EmployeeType:Full-timeCareer Field:Communications / Public Relations / MediaApplicant Type:Local Applicants OnlyPublished:August 2026 About World Vision World Vision is a Christian humanitarian organization with more than 75 years of experience working to help vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. The organization operates in nearly 100 countries and works with communities to improve the lives of vulnerable children and families. Job Overview TheCommunications Officer – Urban Youth Programmingwill lead communications and advocacy activities for urban youth programming. The role will support communication strategy, multimedia content production, digital media management, donor visibility, media engagement, and stakeholder collaboration acrossDar es Salaam and Dodoma. The successful candidate will help communicate the impact of programmes focused onurban youth empowerment, health systems strengthening, and gender equality. Key Responsibilities 1. Communication Strategy & Campaign Planning – 25% Implement project communication and advocacy strategies in line with World Vision Tanzania and donor requirements. Develop communication plans for:Public campaignsEventsAdvocacy initiativesUniversity and college outreach Public campaigns Events Advocacy initiatives University and college outreach Coordinate integrated messaging around urban youth empowerment, health systems strengthening, and gender equality. Ensure communication strategies and monthly campaign schedules are implemented on time. Align communication activities with project technical milestones. Increase youth and institutional engagement. 2. Content Creation, Storytelling & Multimedia Production – 25% Produce high-quality and ethical communications content, including:Human-interest storiesCase studiesBlogsPhoto essaysShort videos Human-interest stories Case studies Blogs Photo essays Short videos Conduct field visits to urban project sites, health facilities, and university campuses. Gather firsthand stories from beneficiaries and project partners. Maintain an organized digital content repository. Manage project photography, videography, press releases, and publications. Ensure safeguarding and ethical storytelling standards are followed. Produce impactful human-interest stories for donor reporting, websites, and social media platforms. 3. Digital Media Management & Audience Engagement – 15% Manage World Vision’s digital platforms, including:XInstagramFacebookLinkedInOfficial website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Official website Create digital campaign materials such as:InfographicsFlyersSocial media headers Infographics Flyers Social media headers Monitor digital engagement metrics. Track online campaign reach and performance. Optimize digital messaging for urban youth audiences. Keep project web pages and social media channels updated. 4. Donor Visibility & Reporting Compliance – 15% Ensure compliance withGovernment of Canada (GAC)andAHADIbranding and visibility requirements. Ensure correct use of donor logos across printed, digital, and event materials. Develop donor visibility materials, including:Fact sheetsGrant infographicsCommunications content Fact sheets Grant infographics Communications content Provide communications inputs for quarterly and annual project reports. Ensure communications materials meet donor branding and compliance standards. 5. Event Coordination & Media Engagement – 10% Organize media coverage for major project activities and milestones. Prepare:Press releasesMedia kitsPress invitationsPress conference materials Press releases Media kits Press invitations Press conference materials Support media engagement during project launches and Steering Committee meetings. Build professional relationships with:JournalistsBroadcastersTV stationsRadio stationsPrint mediaDigital news outlets Journalists Broadcasters TV stations Radio stations Print media Digital news outlets Coordinate professionally branded project events. 6. Stakeholder & Implementing Partner Collaboration – 5% Work closely with implementing partners, including:TAHEABaba Watoto OrganizationKIWOHEDE TAHEA Baba Watoto Organization KIWOHEDE Collaborate with university student bodies to gather programme impact stories. Align communications with community mobilization frameworks such as:MenCareChannels of Hope (CoH) MenCare Channels of Hope (CoH) Ensure authentic representation of community-level interventions. Required Education Bachelor’s degree in:CommunicationsJournalismPublic RelationsMarketingMass CommunicationOr a closely related field Communications Journalism Public Relations Marketing Mass Communication Or a closely related field Added Advantages Professional training or certifications in: Graphic design Photography Videography Digital marketing Media production Required Professional Experience 3–5 years of progressive experiencein:CommunicationsPublic relationsJournalismDigital marketing Public relations Experience in an NGO or international development environment is preferred. Proven experience leading communications for large donor-funded programmes. Experience withGovernment of Canada (GAC)or AHADI grant compliance is highly preferred. Demonstrated multimedia content creation experience, including:PhotographyPhotojournalismVideo editingHuman-interest storytelling Photojournalism Video editing Human-interest storytelling Experience managing social media platforms. Experience organizing public relations campaigns. Experience developing local media networks. Experience working with youth groups, university student bodies, or urban community development programmes. Preferred Knowledge & Skills Proficiency in graphic design and video editing tools such as:Adobe PhotoshopAdobe PremiereAdobe IllustratorCanva Adobe Photoshop Adobe Premiere Adobe Illustrator Canva Strong understanding of donor visibility and branding requirements. Knowledge of GAC grant compliance requirements. Understanding of:Youth developmentHealth systems strengtheningGender equalityUrban social programming in Tanzania Youth development Health systems strengthening Gender equality Urban social programming in Tanzania Familiarity with MenCare and Channels of Hope (CoH) is an advantage. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines. Strong teamwork and cultural sensitivity. Commitment to World Vision’s vision, mission, and Christian core values. Important Organizational Requirement World Vision is a Christian humanitarian organization. The organization states that successful applicants are expected, where legally permissible, to affirm its core documents, observe conduct compatible with Christian principles, maintain high professional ethics, and respect cultural sensitivities. Team and office devotions, chapel, and prayer gatherings may also be expected in accordance with applicable policies. Recruitment Fraud Warning World Vision states that itdoes not charge applicants any moneyfor recruitment activities, including shortlisting, interviews, background checks, or medical examinations. Applicants should be cautious of individuals or agencies requesting payment in connection with recruitment. How to Apply Interested and qualifiedlocal applicantsshould submit their applications through the World Vision careers portal. CLICK HERE TO APPLY Application Deadline:Not specified in the supplied vacancy information.