Vacancy title:
Public Relations & Media Officer
Employment type: Full time, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Media, Communications & Writing, Advertising & Public Relations
Jobs at:
Africa Initiative Development Foundation
Deadline of this Job:
Saturday, October 17 2026
Duty Station:
Dar es Salaam | Dar es Salaam
Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, October 13 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
The PR & Media Officer manages media relations and public image, securing positive coverage and managing press engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain relationships with journalists and media outlets.
- Draft press releases, media advisories, and statements.
- Pitch stories and coordinate interviews.
- Monitor media coverage and prepare reports.
- Manage press events and media logistics.
- Support crisis communications.
- Maintain a media contact database.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, PR, or related field.
- 3–5 years of media relations or PR experience.
- Strong writing, editing, and pitching skills.
- Existing media network preferred.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Competencies
Media relations · Writing · Pitching · Crisis communication · Networking
Professional experience is an advantage. However, demonstrated capability, commitment, and leadership potential will also be considered.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: bachelor degree
Job application procedure
Interested in applying for this job? Click here to submit your application now ([email protected]) .
Interested applicants should submit their applications with the following information and documents:
- Subject Format: POSITION TITLE : FULL NAME
- Example: Regional Volunteer Coordinator : Khushi Bajaria
- Full Name, Phone Number, mail Address, Current Region, and District or Municipality.
- Position Applied For.
- Current Occupation or Education Status.
- CV/Resume highlighting relevant experience.
- Social Media Usernames.
- A Brief Statement of Motivation explaining why you want to join AIDF and what you intend to contribute.
Professional experience is an advantage. However, demonstrated capability, commitment, and leadership potential will also be considered.
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