Senior Communications Officer

Date: 22 Apr 2024

Country: Ghana

Function: Marketing and Communication

Sub-Function: External Communications

About Us

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.

Purpose of the role

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Communication Officer to join our Company's Communications team. The Senior Communication Officer will play a key role in developing and implementing communication strategies to enhance our corporate image and engage stakeholders effectively. Reporting to the Communication Manager, the successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent and impactful communication across various channels.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategy Development:
- Contribute to the development of comprehensive communication strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
- Collaborate with the Communication Manager to identify key communication priorities and initiatives.

2. Content Creation:
- Write and edit compelling content for various communication channels, including press releases, articles, speeches, and internal communications.
- Ensure content is aligned with brand guidelines and resonates with target audiences.

3. Media Relations:
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with media outlets and journalists.
- Prepare and distribute press releases, organize media briefings, and manage media inquiries.

4. Stakeholder Engagement:
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Coordinate communication efforts to ensure consistent messaging and alignment with organizational goals.

5. Event Management:
- Plan and execute communication-related events, launches, conferences, and corporate gatherings.
- Ensure seamless coordination with internal teams and external partners.

6. Analytics and Reporting:
- Track and analyze communication metrics to assess the effectiveness of communication strategies.
- Provide regular reports to the Communication Manager, offering insights and recommendations for improvement.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations and Journalism
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in a communication role, preferably within a multinational environment.
- Proven track record in developing and executing successful communication strategies.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong media relations experience and crisis communication capabilities.
- Familiarity with digital marketing and social media platforms.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and multicultural environment.

Job Location: Kumasi

ofi is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, nationality, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants are requested to complete all required steps in the application process including providing a resume/CV in order to be considered for open roles.