Job Description

We don't just talk, we do. Lead the change with us.

At the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change, we work with political leaders around the world to drive change. We help governments turn bold ideas into reality so they can deliver for their people. We do it by advising on strategy, policy and delivery, unlocking the power of technology across all three. And by sharing what we learn on the ground, so everyone can benefit. We do it to build more open, inclusive and prosperous countries for people everywhere.

We are a global team of nearly 800 changemakers, operating in more than 30 countries, across five continents. We are political strategists, policy experts, delivery practitioners, technology specialists and more. We speak more than 45 languages. We are working on over 100 projects, tackling some of the world's biggest challenges. We're all here at TBI to make a difference.

In a world of ever more complex challenges, we believe diversity of background and perspective is a strength. We pride ourselves on a culture that values and nurtures difference. We are dedicated to unlocking potential, not only for the countries we work in but also for each of our team members. No matter where you're from or who you are, if you're passionate about the transformative power of progressive politics, we invite you to build a better future with us.

Role Summary

Key Responsibilities

Key outcomes of the role Provide advisory on political strategic communications to profile the work of the government internationally and to achieve key policy objectives domestically This includes writing speeches and talking points, largely for international audiences or high-level bilateral and multilateral meetings, which effectively illustrate key messages and serve the leader's goals Set outcome-focused strategic communications objectives, and lead on designing results frameworks and monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to demonstrate impact Design and lead on audience insight research through appropriate methodologies (quantitative, qualitative, secondary research methods) to build an understanding of target audiences Manage the development of insight-driven and audience-led marketing and communications campaigns aimed at affecting change among target audiences Support the establishment of best practices to deliver successful media relations, social media and stakeholder engagement. This will require providing primary support for media, stakeholder and influencer relations. This includes: Identifying key media, particularly international media, mapping a plan of engagement and supporting in cultivating relationships. Also includes the ability to deliver sensitive briefings and manage sensitive interactions Provide trainings when necessary for the client, including on effective communication techniques with audiences and productive engagement with the media and press Support counterparts in the successful and impactful use of social media platforms like Instagram and Twitter, helping to draft messages, manage photos and posts, and advise on timing and placement Regular delivery of direct strategic communications advice and support to leadership and their Communications Team, using experience and understanding of the geopolitical/policy landscape to inform content and advice As needed, support the government to plan and implement crisis communications through the identification and mitigation of risks, developing messaging and reactive lines to take, and running crisis simulations Supporting with the design and delivery of communications capability build programmes, aimed at sustainably building up government communications capabilities Alignment with overall TBI regional programme and collaboration with other project leaders and Regional Director

Person Specification We are looking for an experienced leader: 6-8 years' experience in strategic communications, ideally with government or public sector experience Ideally, experience working directly or closely with senior public sector officials (e.g. Head of State, Ministers, etc.) Good understanding of political dynamics and work of government in Morocco Knowledge of global current affairs and/or current debates about role of technology across government and public sector delivery Excellent writing, oral presentation and interpersonal skills Proactive, self-motivated individual with a passion for achieving social impact and little issue or hesitancy in working in an environment where English is a second language High level of comfort working in a fast-paced environment and handling multiple diverse workstreams at once while maintaining the ability to prioritise effectively Significant experience designing and delivering audience-led and insight driven communications and/or marketing campaigns with demonstrable impact Experience leading and directing the development and implementation of multi-channel communications strategies for promotion and/or managing crises Excellent IT skills, including Word, PPT and Excel. Strong ability to write presentations (using tools such as PowerPoint) to a high standard -including content and appropriate design Experience drafting public facing communications collateral, e.g. speeches, talking points, Op-Eds, press releases, social media copy etc. Engaging with international press, for example via media pitches, is also a plus Excellent interpersonal and presentational skills and able to quickly establish TBI's credibility with the client Experience of managing senior government stakeholders required Experience of media training, capability building, conducting audience insight research highly desirable Bachelors degree and/or graduate in communications, public policy, politics/international relations or relevant field preferred Fluency in French required Closing Date:2023-12-17

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