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About HJFMRI Tanzania Program

The Walter Reed Program Tanzania (WRP-T) is a collaborative effort that supports PEPFAR funded HIV prevention and treatment activities in the Southern Highlands and within the Tanzania People’s Defense Forces (TPDF). HJF Medical Research International, Inc. Tanzania (HJFMRI-T) is a local non-profit that has supported these efforts since 2004 for the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR). PEPFAR activities are conducted in close collaboration with the Tanzania Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children; and the President’s Office of the Regional Administration and Local Government (PORALG), through the Regional and Council Health Management Teams.

HJFMRI-T provides care and treatment to people affected by HIV/AIDS and has been actively involved in HIV and AIDS programming, providing resources, personnel, and services to the Southern Highlands Zone. The program has expanded from supporting the Mbeya Zonal Referral Hospital to becoming a hub for anti-retroviral treatment in the zone; to community support through decentralized services, with the overall objective of implementing research, clinical HIV, prevention, care, and treatment services. HJFMRI-T currently operates in four regions in the Southern Highlands zone, which are Mbeya, Rukwa, Katavi, Songwe, and Ruvuma region for Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision (VMMC) intervention. The program also supports PDF in implementing comprehensive HIV prevention care and treatment programs in 21 sites throughout the country.

Employment opportunity:

HJF Medical Research International, Inc. Tanzania (HJFMRI-T) is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position listed below.

Job Title: Communications Manager

Reports to: Executive Director

Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Job Summary:

HJFMRI-TZ seeks to hire a self-motivated and talented Communications Manager to lead our Communications efforts. In this position, the incumbent will be in charge of producing community engaging high-quality content and build brand recognition.  Main duties will also include creating informative content, press releases, articles, and media opportunities to share the organization’s brand, ideas, and services. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, with brilliant presentation and organizational skills and shall be responsible for conveying all HJFMRI-TZ internal and external messages. S/he will draft written materials for print and social media, prepare presentations, and draft communication materials for employees.  As such, the incumbent should possess excellent speaking and writing skills and must be proficient in interpersonal skills.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create informative and interesting press releases,  press kits, newsletters, and related marketing materials.
• Develop and implement effective communication strategies that build loyalty programs, brand awareness, and client satisfaction.
• Prepare detailed media activity    
• Plan and manage the design, content, and production of all  marketing and online      
• Work with different  marketing departments  to generate  new ideas and         
• Supervise all communications and external-facing projects to guarantee all content is publication-ready and submitted by the deadline.
• Create and send out press releases for  new success stories and services
• Create communication and marketing strategies for new services, launches, events, and promotions.
• Responsible for  planning,  coordination, and execution of all  high-level VIP interactions
• Responsible for  editing and reviewing all  proposals and applications for  funding
• Lead the communications     

Required Competencies:

The Communications Manager must be able to demonstrate the following:

• Excellent ability to communicate in both English and Kiswahili
• Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize  social media  channels  to deliver marketing content
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, layout, and design, professional printing/publishing skills are essential, including the ability to present concepts to mixed audiences
• Must possess excellent organizational and planning skills
• Superior project management  and time  management  skills
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude
• Strong knowledge and understanding of current trends  in digital  media/social  media
• Self-motivated with a  positive and professional approach  to management
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relation, or relevant  
• A minimum of 5 years of experience  in a  similar     
• Proven experience  creating targeted content is             
• Strong knowledge of communication practices  and         
• Outstanding written and verbal  communication       
• Must be  able  to multitask  and work well  under      
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities

Applications Instructions

Cover letters and resumes should be sent by mail through post/EMS/DHL/ or any reliable Courier to Senior Manager, Human Resources, P.O. Box 6396, Mbeya, or sent through e-mail to recruitment@wrp.or.tz.

NOTE: To be considered, applicants must put the TITLE OF THE JOB in the SUBJECT LINE. Hand-delivered applications will not be accepted. The deadline for applying is

3rd December 2021. As detailed in the job description(s) below, those who do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered.