Job
3d left · 11 Aug 2026
Communications Assistant (Re-Advertised)
Posted 2 hours ago
About the Role
The Communications Assistant supports the execution of World Vision Zimbabwe's overall communications strategy — working across social channels (Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube and the WV website) to grow the digital footprint and producing high-quality stories and content.
Major Responsibilities
- Use design tools (e.g. Canva, Adobe Express) to create digital-ready content — fliers, newsletters, blogs, press releases, infographics, videos.
- Grow the organisation's social-media footprint with well-written, well-designed content and compelling visuals.
- Maintain a consistent brand voice; collect, compile and report impact stories.
- Maintain and update the communications/CRM database; support campaigns and track metrics (open rates, click-throughs, engagement).
- Assist with event logistics and provide administrative support; generate monthly analytics dashboards.
- Support planning and updating of SEO-optimised website content and manage image/video uploads.
Major Responsibilities
- Use design tools (e.g. Canva, Adobe Express) to create digital-ready content — fliers, newsletters, blogs, press releases, infographics, videos.
- Grow the organisation's social-media footprint with well-written, well-designed content and compelling visuals.
- Maintain a consistent brand voice; collect, compile and report impact stories.
- Maintain and update the communications/CRM database; support campaigns and track metrics (open rates, click-throughs, engagement).
- Assist with event logistics and provide administrative support; generate monthly analytics dashboards.
- Support planning and updating of SEO-optimised website content and manage image/video uploads.
Requirements
- A degree in Media Studies or Journalism.
- Knowledge of design tools (Canva, Adobe Suite) and strong experience with social-media tools (X, LinkedIn, Facebook).
- Excellent photography and videography skills; proven written-communication skills.
- Hands-on experience with a CMS (e.g. WordPress) and exposure to CRM systems (Mailchimp, Salesforce, HubSpot).
- Excellent attention to detail; proactive and service-focused; willing to travel to the field frequently.
- Applicants should submit a portfolio with links to previously published pieces.
How to apply: apply online via the World Vision careers portal (Workday) at the link provided, including a portfolio and links to previously published work. Local applicants only. Do not apply if you have previously applied for this position. End date: 11 August 2026.
- Knowledge of design tools (Canva, Adobe Suite) and strong experience with social-media tools (X, LinkedIn, Facebook).
- Excellent photography and videography skills; proven written-communication skills.
- Hands-on experience with a CMS (e.g. WordPress) and exposure to CRM systems (Mailchimp, Salesforce, HubSpot).
- Excellent attention to detail; proactive and service-focused; willing to travel to the field frequently.
- Applicants should submit a portfolio with links to previously published pieces.
How to apply: apply online via the World Vision careers portal (Workday) at the link provided, including a portfolio and links to previously published work. Local applicants only. Do not apply if you have previously applied for this position. End date: 11 August 2026.