Programme Support: External Relations Officer (39 Months) at IDC

Job Description

• Develop, drive and implement an investment outreach strategy to identify, target and engage local and international investors aligned to ISA’s infrastructure investment priorities.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of prospective investors, financiers, development finance institutions and strategic partners to support priority infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate investor engagement activities, including roadshows, investment forums, bilateral meetings, site visits and targeted outreach campaigns.
• Prepare investor-facing briefing notes, project profiles, presentations and information packs that clearly communicate investment opportunities, value propositions and key project requirements.
• Capture investor feedback, market intelligence and engagement outcomes in the knowledge management and stakeholder management systems to inform project packaging and investment facilitation.
• Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with government departments, public entities, private sector investors, financiers, and international partners.
• Advise ISA on investor trends, funding appetite, market barriers and public or private sector initiatives that may influence infrastructure investment mobilisation.

Qualification and Experience

Formal qualification/degree

• Any of the following qualifications: National Diploma/Degree in Journalism, Communications, and International Relations

Work experience

• 5-8 years relevant experience

Roles and Responsibilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in using communication tools and platforms, including social media management software and content management systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of ethical standards and legal requirements related to communication and public relations.
• Demonstrated experience in sectoral coordination, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, compelling communication.
• Ability to establish and sustain productive relationships across government, media and the public.
• Proven experience across digital and traditional media platforms.

Roles and Responsibilities (cont.)

UCF competency profile (technical)

• Media Relations
• Content Creation
• Social Media Management
• Event Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Digital Marketing
• Internal and external Communication
• Research and Analysis

UCF competency profile (behavioural)

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Creativity
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Teamwork
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail
• Emotional Intelligence
• Professionalism