Chama cha Waandishi wa Habari Wanawake Tanzania
P. O. Box 741, Tunguu, Zanzibar
Mobile No: +255 772 378 378
info@tamwaznz.or.tz : www.tamwaznz.or.tz
TERMS OF REFERENCE (ToR) FOR RECRUITMENT OF A DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
Position Title: Digital Communications Officer
Department: Programs
Duty Station: Zanzibar (Unguja)
Reporting To: Communication Manager
Duration: Twelve (12) months, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds
Date of Issue: 4 November 2026
BACKGROUND
Tanzania Media Women’s Association – Zanzibar (TAMWA Zanzibar) is a women-led, media-driven, non-governmental organization committed to promoting gender equality and protecting the rights of women and children through media engagement, advocacy, public awareness, and community-based interventions. Established in Zanzibar in 2004 and registered in 2007, the organization operates in Unguja and Pemba, working with government institutions, civil society organizations, media practitioners, communities, and development partners.
TAMWA Zanzibar implements programmes addressing women’s leadership and political participation, the prevention of violence against women and girls, gender equality, the rights of persons with disabilities, climate change adaptation, and broader social justice and governance issues. Communication and media engagement are central to the organization’s approach to influencing public opinion, raising awareness, promoting accountability, and advancing policy and social change.
To enhance its institutional visibility, strengthen public engagement, and effectively communicate program results, TAMWA Zanzibar seeks to recruit a qualified and dynamic Digital Communications Officer. The successful candidate will support the organization’s communication activities through social media management, digital content creation, photography, videography, graphic design, storytelling, and media engagement to effectively communicate the organization’s work, achievements, and impact.
The officer will work closely with management and program teams to ensure that communication activities are aligned with TAMWA Zanzibar’s strategic priorities, organizational policies, donor visibility requirements, and commitment to ethical, inclusive, gender-responsive, and survivor-centred communication.
OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION
The overall objective of the position is to strengthen TAMWA Zanzibar’s digital communication, institutional visibility and public engagement through effective social media management, creative content production, and strategic communication.
SCOPE OF WORK AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Digital Communications Officer will perform the following duties:
3.1 Social Media and Digital Communication
Manage and maintain TAMWA Zanzibar’s official social media platforms.
Develop and publish engaging digital content aligned with organizational priorities, programs and campaigns.
Monitor social media performance, audience engagement and emerging digital communication trends.
3.2 Photography, Videography and Graphic Design
Capture quality photographs and videos during organizational activities, events, field visits and campaigns.
Produce engaging visual content, including short videos, reel and interviews.
Design posters, graphics, infographics, and other communication materials for digital platforms and organizational activities.
Ensure consistency in organizational branding and donor visibility requirements.
Ensure digital content is accurate, accessible, appropriately captioned and consistent with organizational branding.
3.3 Content Development and Storytelling
Develop human-interest stories, success stories, feature articles, interviews, and other communication content highlighting program achievements and impact.
Translate program information and results into clear, creative and engaging messages for different audiences.
Develop communication messages and social media captions in Kiswahili and English.
3.4 Documentation and Reporting
Maintain an organized digital archive of photographs, videos, stories and other communication materials.
Prepare quarterly communication and social media performance reports.
3.5 Institutional Communication and Media Relations
Draft press releases, news articles, media statements and other institutional communication materials.
Support media engagement and coverage of organizational activities and campaigns.
Maintain professional relationships with journalists and media houses.
EXPECTED DELIVERABLES
The expected deliverables include:
Monthly social media content calendar.
Regular and engaging digital content for TAMWA Zanzibar’s social media platforms.
Photographs, videos and visual documentation of organizational activities.
Human-interest stories, success stories, press releases and other communication materials.
Quarterly communication and social media performance reports.
Specific production targets and timelines will be agreed upon with management based on the approved communication work plan and organizational needs.
QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
A Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Digital Media, Public Relations or a related field from a recognized institution.
Excellent writing, editing and storytelling skills in both Kiswahili and English.
Demonstrated skills in social media management and digital content creation.
Practical skills in photography, videography and graphic design using Canva, Adobe Photoshop or equivalent tools.
Creativity, innovation and a good understanding of current digital communication trends.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively while meeting deadlines.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Applicants should have at least three (3) years of relevant professional experience in communication, journalism, public relations, digital media or a related field.
The following will be considered an added advantage:
Experience working with NGOs, CSOs or development programs.
Experience in managing organizational social media platforms and producing engaging digital content.
Knowledge of gender equality, women’s and children’s rights, disability inclusion, advocacy and other development issues.
Familiarity with Zanzibar’s media landscape and communication networks.
Applicants must submit a portfolio or samples demonstrating their previous work, particularly in social media management, graphic design, photography, videography, and storytelling.
REPORTING AND SUPERVISION
The Communication and Media Officer will report directly to the communication manager or another designated supervisor.
The officer will work closely with programme officers and relevant organizational staff to plan communication activities, document programme implementation, disseminate results, and support organizational visibility.
All official statements, sensitive communications, publications requiring institutional authorization, and external communication products requiring management approval must follow TAMWA Zanzibar’s established review and approval procedures.
The officer will be accountable for the quality, accuracy, timeliness, ethical standards and appropriate documentation of all assigned communication activities.
DURATION AND DUTY STATION
The position will be for a period of twelve (12) months, commencing on 1 December 2026, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance, organizational requirements, and the availability of funds.
The duty station will be TAMWA Zanzibar’s office in Unguja, with travel to Pemba and other locations within Zanzibar as required by program activities.
PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT
Performance will be assessed periodically against the approved communication work plan, agreed deliverables, quality standards and organizational communication priorities.
Quantitative targets will be agreed upon with management at the beginning of the assignment, taking into account the approved work plan, available resources and programme implementation schedules.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents:
An application letter expressing interest in the position and demonstrating suitability for the role.
An updated curriculum vitae (CV), including relevant professional experience and the contact details of at least two professional referees.
Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.
A portfolio or samples of previous work, such as published articles, press releases, graphic designs, photographs, videos, social media content, or links to digital platforms managed by the applicant.
Any other relevant supporting documents demonstrating the applicant’s qualifications and experience.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE AND DEADLINE
Applications should be addressed to:
THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Tanzania Media Women’s Association – Zanzibar (TAMWA Zanzibar)
P.O. Box 741, Tunguu, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Email: info@tamwaznz.or.tz
Telephone: +255 772 378 378
Applications should be submitted by 18 November 2026.
The subject line of email applications should read: Application for the Position of Digital Communications Officer.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment and interview.
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTACT AND PHYSICAL LOCATION
TAMWA Zanzibar’s office is located at Tunguu, behind the State University of Zanzibar (SUZA), next to IPA, Zanzibar.
