Field Blogger , World Vision Tanzania

This is a new position established in response to the development of a new giving model by World Vision New Zealand (WVNZ). Working together, World Vision Tanzania (WVT) and WVNZ are testing a new supporter communications model designed to engage and excite people who donate to World Vision’s development work in Tanzania.
The position will be responsible for testing the execution of the communications required for WVNZ’s ‘Giving Network’ model. The Blogger will work with staff in NZ to develop a content plan, then will gather and produce the required content to engage and inspire supporters. As well as producing content, the Field Blogger will be as comfortable in front of a camera as behind it. They will be energetic, passionate and have a lively personality. They will possess an ability to find and share interesting stories to engage supporters in New Zealand, while building strong relationships to engage and excite the communities they are working with.

In particular, this role will work closely with programme staff in the selected Area Programmes supported by WVNZ, as well as communications staff in NZ. It requires a strong skills in written and oral communication, including photography, videography, storytelling and online engagement.

The Field Blogger will collaborate with: National Communications Manager
Magugu ADP Manager and team WVNZ Field Communications Expert and other WVNZ staff as required The incumbent will also observe the mission and core values of World Vision and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that is an example to others.


Roles and responsibilities:

Develop engaging communications content plan:
Work with NZ Field Communications Expert and WVNZ Content Manager to develop an ongoing communications content plan based on programme activities and supporter engagement feedback.
Gather and produce a range of quality content:
Work with programme staff to capture photos, videos, stories of programme activities showing authentic change and impact as per content plan, adhering to WV child protection and brand guidelines at all times.
Where possible, upload content to WVNZ platform, or send content back to NZ on a weekly basis.

Utilise best practice communications processes:
Provide high quality stories and photographs that show an effective use of technology and knowledge of communication trends.

Monitor workload and key activities:
Track workload and activities on a weekly basis to inform resourcing for future tests
Participate in regular debriefing and learning sessions.
Actively participate in regular skype meetings with WVNZ to share learnings and challenges in the role.
Perform any other tasks as requested by the Field Communications Expert.

Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical

Skills and Experience
Education:
A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Journalism, Communication for Development or Communication Arts, Social or Political Science & Development Studies.

Knowledge & Skills
High-level verbal and written communications, external context analysis, public engagement, staff engagement, content management, skills transfer, networking, multicultural effectiveness, creativity & innovation, platform management.
Essential:
Excellent communication skills (oral and written) both in English
People-oriented with excellent interpersonal skills
Organisational and planning skills
Skill in photography and video capture and production
A Christian commitment and its expression through service to the poor
Flexible, creative, analytical and a team-player
Adaptability and flexibility to work in a changing environment
Availability to work odd hours when the need arises
Ability to travel when required
Experience:
Experience working in/ with communications technology (desirable but not necessary)
Experience working in a development/ rural context (desirable)

Other Core Competencies/Attributes:
The Field Blogger must be a person who is as comfortable in front of a camera as behind it. They need to be energetic, passionate and have a lively personality. They will have strong relationship-building skills with an ability to find and share interesting stories, engage supporters and work with community members to help them share their own stories of challenges and successes.

Working Environment / Conditions:
5% of time in WVT country office.
95% of time in the Magugu Area Programme – carrying Comms equipment with limited time need to collect right information and resources. High exposure to climate/outdoors. Possibly difficult travel conditions.

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