Vacancy title:
Digital Content, Media & Communications Coordinator
Employment type: Full time, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Media, Communications & Writing, Advertising & Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations
Jobs at:
French Embassy
Deadline of this Job:
Monday, November 16 2026
Duty Station:
2 Kilimani Road | Dar es Salaam | Dar es Salaam
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, November 4 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
The French Embassy in Tanzania is seeking a dynamic, creative, and experienced professional to join its team in Dar es Salaam.
Position Overview
- Employer: French Embassy in Tanzania
- Location: 2 Kilimani Road, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
- Reporting To: Political Advisor / Deputy Head of Mission
- Contract Type: 1-year contract, with the potential to become indefinite
- Benefits: Medical insurance and 28 days of paid leave
Key Responsibilities
1. Social Media & Digital Content Strategy
- Manage and animate the Embassy’s social media accounts (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X, and YouTube) by creating, scheduling, and publishing engaging and creative content.
- Manage and update the official Embassy website.
- Monitor content performance and audience engagement analytics.
- Coordinate communication activities with other embassies, French institutions, and key partners to ensure consistent messaging.
2. Event Communication & Coordination
- Provide high-quality written, photographic, and videographic coverage for Embassy events, projects, and institutional activities.
- Contribute to the planning, organization, and execution of Embassy events to maximize public visibility and engagement.
- Coordinate external media participation and coverage for official events.
3. Institutional Communication & Visibility
- Manage the Embassy’s monthly newsletter.
- Design, produce, and oversee visual communication materials, including noticeboards, display boards, posters, and institutional graphics.
4. Press & Media Relations
- Conduct daily press and media reviews, focusing on political developments and strategic issues relevant to the Embassy.
- Monitor Tanzanian news across English and Swahili audiovisual media, online platforms, and social media.
- Prepare and coordinate press releases, statements, and media evaluation reports.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, media outlets, and social media influencers.
5. Writing, Analysis & Multilingual Tasks
- Translate, proofread, and verify institutional and media documents between English and Swahili.
- Edit and rewrite news or media stories to ensure accuracy, clarity, and tone.
- Provide professional live interpretation during meetings and events between English and Swahili speakers.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diploma in Media and Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Global Affairs, or a related field.
Experience:
- Proven professional experience in communications, digital media, journalism, social media management, or content creation (institutional experience is a strong advantage).
- Established experience dealing with journalists, media outlets, and influencers.
- Event coordination and media coverage experience will be considered an added advantage.
Language Proficiency
- English: Excellent command of written and spoken English (Imperative).
- Swahili: Excellent command of written and spoken Swahili (Imperative).
- French: A good command of French is highly desirable and considered an advantage.
Technical & Professional Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
- Strong graphic design skills using Canva, Adobe Suite, or similar branding tools.
- Multimedia production skills, including video editing using CapCut or equivalent tools.
- Strong photography and videography skills (using a quality smartphone camera or professional equipment).
- Excellent skills in writing, editing, translation, proofreading, and live interpretation.
Personal Profile
- Creative, curious, proactive, and independent.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple deadlines under pressure.
- Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work effectively in a multicultural team environment.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: bachelor degree
Job application procedure
Interested in applying for this job? Click here to submit your application now (sga.dar-es-salam-amba@diplomatie.gouv.fr) .
Interested candidates who meet all the criteria should submit their application package
Your application must include:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV): Outlining your qualifications, professional experience, and relevant skills.
- Cover Letter / Letter of Motivation: Explaining your suitability for the role.
- Creative Sample: A sample social media post from the Embassy’s existing pages that you would have executed differently, showcasing your creative approach and strategic vision.
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