Marketing and Communications Officer

Job description

OVERVIEWKODO (Kuthandiza Osayenda Disability Outreach) is a disability-focused organisation based in Salima that provides advocacy, services, and support for adults with disabilities. Its work includes livelihood development, vocational training, agricultural training, and the provision of assistive devices.KODO has supported hundreds of adults with disabilities in Salima and neighbouring districts and is expanding its team to further develop its services.The organisation is seeking an experienced and passionate Marketing and Communications Officer to lead its communication strategies, promote its mission, showcase its programmes and achievements, and support advocacy and fundraising efforts.Contract: Full-time, fixed-term (initially 22 months)Contract Period: November 2026 to September 2028, with the possibility of extension depending on organisational needs and available funding.Career Stage: Early-to-mid careerSalary: MWK 400,000 per monthJOB TYPE:Full-Time, Fixed-Term ContractApplication Deadline: 6 November 2026POSITION: MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICERDUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIESDevelop KODO's communication strategy.Develop communication materials to support fundraising, donor reporting, and programme visibility.Work with KODO's Director and Deputy Director to raise the organisation's profile locally and internationally using a range of approaches and techniques.Develop local sponsorship packages for KODO's activities.Support the development of relationships with local businesses and potential donors and seek sponsorship for KODO's activities.Highlight success stories, case studies, and project updates.Support the Director and Deputy Director in developing and trialling social enterprise options to help KODO diversify and increase its income streams.Seek partnerships with business and marketing schools or universities to provide ongoing student placements that support KODO's business development.Support business training for KODO trainees.WHAT KODO OFFERSA meaningful position with considerable creative freedom in a leading organisation in disability-inclusive development.A fair salary.An approachable and agile organisation with self-reliant people, a diverse and collegial team, and a strong team spirit.

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Apply by email: kodo.glide@gmail.com