Communications Manager

CIMMYT is looking for an outstanding, self-motivated, and result-oriented professional for the position of Communications Manager, to work act as the operational leader within our HQ Communications Team, overseeing day-to-day communications activities and ensuring effective, high-quality content delivery.

Specific duties:

HQ Operations and Project Management:

• Oversee daily operations within HQ’s Communications Team, implementing project management tools and frameworks to streamline workflows.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and deliverables for HQ communications, ensuring efficiency and alignment with CIMMYT’s global messaging standards.
• Coordinate across Content and Press, Digital Content, and Editorial and Design teams to ensure cohesive and timely campaign execution.

Campaign Coordination and Execution:

• Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of HQ-led communications projects and campaigns, ensuring each is well-coordinated across press and digital platforms.
• Work closely with the Content and Press Manager to develop high-quality materials for press outreach, thought leadership content, and traditional media.
• Partner with the Digital Content Manager to create engaging digital content, including social media assets, multimedia content, and digital advertising, that complements and enhances press efforts.

Internal Communications:

• Develop and oversee internal communications strategies that engage, inform, and align CIMMYT’s global staff with organizational goals and initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Internal Communications Team to create updates, newsletters, and other internal materials that foster a strong organizational culture and keep staff informed of strategic priorities.
• Implement feedback mechanisms to gauge employee engagement and identify areas for improvement in internal messaging and communications tools.

Quality Control and Brand Consistency:

• Act as the final checkpoint for HQ-produced content, ensuring consistency with CIMMYT’s brand and messaging standards.
• Maintain quality control across campaign assets, press materials, and digital content, ensuring each aligns with campaign objectives, tone, and organizational voice.
• Support the development and maintenance of content templates, guidelines, and best practices to enhance consistency and efficiency across HQ outputs.

Collaboration and Cross-Functional Coordination:

• Coordinate a unified campaign calendar with both the Content and Press Manager and Digital Content Manager, aligning HQ and regional campaign timelines for maximum impact.
• Schedule regular check-ins to ensure smooth progress, address content gaps, and synchronize press and digital launches to create cohesive messaging across all platforms.
• Act as a bridge between HQ and regional communications offices to support decentralized efforts while maintaining CIMMYT’s brand integrity.

Campaign Performance and Continuous Improvement:

• Collaborate with the Digital Content Manager to review analytics from digital channels, gather insights on campaign performance, and adjust strategies as needed.
• Assess media coverage and engagement with the Content and Press Manager to inform future campaign improvements and optimize press impact.

Requirements:

• Experience of minimum 10 years in communications, with strong experience, internal communications, and campaign execution. Nonprofit or international development experience is preferred.
• Exceptional project management skills, with proficiency in tools like Microsoft Planner or similar platforms.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities to manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines effectively.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating across traditional and digital communications platforms.
• Highest level of English proficiency required, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized, proactive, and adaptable, with strong leadership capabilities and a collaborative approach.
• The selected candidate should exhibit the following competencies: Client Orientation, Critical and Creative Thinking, Problem Solving and Decision Making, Teamwork, and Communication.

Source: https://apply.workable.com/cimmyt-1/j/D06BF0F5B6/