Communications Content Creation Technical Specialist

Project Name: Field Support Services Project (FSSP), Tanzania.
Job type: Consultant

Location of Position: Based in Dar es Salaam, with responsibilities extending to all geographic areas across Tanzania mainland and Zanzibar. (Note: The Technical Specialist will be expected to travel, from time to time)

Reporting to: FSSP Manager
Remuneration: Fees are subject to negotiation and shall not exceed established market rates.
Indicative LOE/Time Frame: Fixed term of (1) year - with up to 10 hours a month
Citizenship: A Tanzanian citizen. This position is open to experienced candidates currently based in Dar es salaam.

Language Requirements: Fluency in spoken and written English and Swahili.
Application Deadline: November 15, 2026
 
Application Instructions:
1. A cover letter is mandatory to be considered. Cover letter should effectively align your skills and experiences with the specific job responsibilities and required experience outlined below, demonstrating your aptitude for the role. (Max 2 pages)
2. Click the "Apply now" link to upload your cover letter and CV (Max 2 pages).
3. Only successful candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.
 
Alinea is an international development consultancy providing technical and management expertise that helps people improve their lives. Alinea works with governments, investors, companies, and communities to create lasting change. In nearly 40 years, Alinea has successfully delivered more than 1,000 projects worldwide. For more information, please visit Alinea International website.
 
At Alinea International we value diversity, equity, inclusivity, accessibility and belonging in everything we do. We are an equal opportunity employer opposed to all forms of discrimination. We actively seek and encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds recognizing that an inclusive workforce enriches our organization and achieves smarter, more innovative results.
 
Alinea is committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. Due to the nature of our work, all candidates will be subject to due diligence checks and extensive background checks where appropriate.
 
Project Description: The Field Support Services Project (FSSP) is implemented by Alinea International with funding from Global Affairs Canada, delivers strategic technical and logistical support to enhance the impact of Canada's development cooperation in Tanzania
 
About the work: Canada's development cooperation in Tanzania reflects a longstanding partnership to support sustainable and inclusive development. The consultancy is intended to assist Canada in its efforts to strengthen results in the delivery of international assistance programs, policy advocacy, and partnership building in Tanzania
 
The Role:

Tasks will include, but are not limited to:

• I. Lead the production and post-production of various communication materials, primarily social media content (e.g. short videos, photo reels, etc.).
• II. Planning and proposing content for approval, based on local trends and events.
• III. Submit draft products for review, address consolidated comments and deliver all approved media products, source files, raw footage, consent records (if interviews are conducted), and organized content archive that the High Commission can access.

Required Qualifications:

The following criteria will be used to evaluate applications:

• I. Language: Fluency in spoken and written English and Swahili.
• II. Experience: A minimum of three (3) years of cumulative, full-time, professional work experience in communications/content development role.
• III. Equipment: The applicant should own/have access to professional video/audio equipment and software required to produce social media content (e.g. computer, camera, microphone, editing software, etc.).

Knowledge:

• I. Strategic communications, digital media platforms, and audience engagement techniques.
• II. International best practices in development communications and inclusive messaging.
• III. Photography, videography, and content packaging for diverse formats and audiences.
• IV. Communication risks and reputational management in development contexts.

Deliverables to be submitted by the Technical Specialist in English and Kiswahili and in accordance with the approved timeline.