About the Organisation

The Tax Justice Network Africa (TJNA) is a Pan-African organisation and member of the Global Alliance for Tax Justice.

TJNA aims to promote socially just, accountable, and progressive taxation systems in Africa. We advocate for pro-poor taxation systems and the strengthening of tax regimes to promote domestic resource mobilisation. TJNA aims to challenge harmful tax policies and practices that favour the wealthy and those that aggravate and perpetuate inequality.

About the Role

The Communications, Campaign and Outreach Manager is responsible for development and implementation of effective messaging and communication strategies. Using creative and innovative communication approaches, the Communications Manager will leverage digital platforms and technologies to tailor messages that reach and impact TJNA’s diverse audiences. They will act as the face of TJNA at media events and direct advocacy campaigns. The Communication Manager, who is part of the SMT, leads the newly re-established Communications department and oversees a team of communications professionals.

Purpose: The Communications Manager drives and sets the tone for all TJNA messaging, both internal and external. They determine how communication is shared and flows while ensuring that it aligns with TJNA’s values, overall messaging vision and communications strategy.

Engagement: The Communications Manager primarily works cross-functionally collaborating with other members of the senior management team and staff to identify, define and produce messaging based on the needs of TJNA. They are also responsible for establishing and maintaining strategic relationships with media outlets, journalists, and an entire range of key media players in an effort to expand outreach and handle public relations issues that may arise.

Delivery: The Communications Manager defines TJNA’s diverse constituency and designs coherent content that specifically resonates with these varied audiences. They curate and direct the release of finely tuned messages via multi-communication channels in an effective and timely mode. The Communications Manager also seeks to cultivate and expand TJNA’s constituency besides increase the organization’s visibility across the continent and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

Drive and Manage TJNA’s Strategic Communications

Lead on the implementation of the Communication strategy and design a multi-channel communication strategy action plan.
Identify and participate in opportunities to share and establish thought leadership on tax issues through conferences, policy dialogues, and other forums where messages can be circulated.
Serve as the focal point for developing and communicating advocacy messages, fact sheets, briefs, blogs, policy briefs and campaigns to both internal and external audiences, including partners.
Coordinate the development and production of publications and advocacy materials.
Oversee the quality of all social media content, media releases, presentations, visual content, multimedia publications, and other public communication pieces are up to TJNA’s brand standards before dissemination.
Direct and manage the production and execution of campaigns (timelines, content, and logistics)
Regularly assess the effectiveness of the TJNA’s communication channels putting in place measures that promote awareness and momentum as well as test the effectiveness of communication activities.
Set in place metrics and perform periodic analytics whose data will inform on areas for growth or improvement that in turn boost the TJNA’s audience base, in an effort to protect and preserve the organization’s reputation
Strategically manage and project a positive image of TJNA to the public

Leadership & Management of Communications Department

Establish and drive the department’s strategic direction, as well as define priorities and coordinate cross-functional initiatives.
Set up department and oversee recruitment of a diversely skilled communications team.
Supervise direct reports, build teams capacity and facilitate communications officers performance journey.
Manage and be accountable for the department’s operational budget and overall reporting.
Collaborate with fellow senior management members on determining and identifying key strategic priorities for TJNA’s business agenda.
Provide the ED with strategic input in building TJNA's vision, setting goals, planning development, and setting regulations and policies

Develop, Collaborate, and Maintain Relationships

Collaborate cross-functionally across TJNA’s programs departments working closely with the Partnerships development, knowledge management and capacity development department as well as the Policy research and advocacy department to identify key priorities for messaging.
Act as media liaison and representative of TJNA as communications spokesperson.
Focus on developing media relations, which includes developing new relationships with key media players as well as fostering existing ones.

Key Accountability Areas

Strategic Communications & Brand Management
Leadership & Departmental Oversight
Media Relations & Public Engagement
Digital & Stakeholder Engagement

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; graduate-level training and/or degree(s) in Communications, Public Relations, or Journalism.
A master’s degree in communications (or a related field) is an added advantage.

Required Competencies & Experience

Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills and the ability to effectively interface with outside media and communications professionals, senior management, TJNA’s Board of Directors, and staff.
At least 10 years of professional experience in a communications role, ideally with a non- profit with at least 5 years in a leadership role, preferably with a research and advocacy focus.
Management of remote diverse teams.
Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency with communications technologies.
Demonstrated experience translating complicated technical content into accessible and inclusive concepts and messaging.
Proven experience in strategic communications, crisis communications, implementation of successful campaigns and messaging for multi layered audiences.
Bilingual in English and French, is an added advantage.
Ability to work well both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrated cross-cultural sensitivity and ability to build respectful relationships with stakeholders from diverse cultural, linguistic, and educational backgrounds.
Demonstrated experience in public relations and stakeholder management skills.
Conversant with the African development context including a good understanding of the Civil Society environment in Africa and globally.
Proven experience in planning, budgeting, and analytics.
Personable, flexible, creative, a team player and an analytic thinker.
Willingness to travel.

What We Offer

We are a small, dedicated team who are connected by our passionate cause. We uphold a high work ethic that fosters team spirit while supporting innovation, creativity, continuous learning and growth of our team members. In addition to a collaborative team environment, we offer: 

Competitive gross salary USD $5,267 - $6,057.67 per month (based on skills and qualifications)
Family Medical Insurance and staff pension
Opportunity to work in a specialised niche area, engage and work with different partners, and be part of a wider pan-African network  
Work environment that supports diversity and inclusivity
Flexible working arrangement focused on delivery

How to Apply

Does the role profile align with your experience? Qualified and interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a response of no more than 250 words to each of the following questions:

What is your knowledge and understanding of the contemporary issues facing the African continent, particularly in relation to communication, advocacy, and public engagement on economic justice?
What knowledge and experience do you have in designing, implementing, and coordinating high-impact communication and campaign strategies that drive advocacy outcomes?
Describe your skills and competence in strategic communication, stakeholder engagement, and public advocacy - including examples of campaigns, media initiatives, or policy processes you have effectively influenced.
Please describe your knowledge and experience in managing communication or outreach programmes and projects, highlighting your most recent successfully executed campaign or initiative.

The closing date for applications March 6th 2026.

Due to the anticipated number of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

TJNA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants. All employment decisions are based on our organisation’s needs without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age. TJNA complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

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