Deadline: February 29, 2024
Are you an avid feminist storyteller with the ability to compile, structure, and narrate an organisation’s journey? Apply now to become the Annual Report Writer for The African Women’s Development Fund (AWDF).
Come join them at the AWDF to showcase their journey over the past year through the 2023 Annual Report. The consultant/consultants will infuse life into AWDF’s accomplishments, struggles, and hopes, making the report a captivating testament to the collective efforts of the AWDF community.
Responsibilities
Working under the supervision of AWDF’s Executive Office and Knowledge and Voice Departments the consultant or team of consultants will perform the following tasks:
- Immerse themselves in AWDF’s rich tapestry by reviewing project reports, financial statements, and other relevant materials.
- Embark on a journey of discovery by conducting interviews or meetings with key staff, grantees, and partners, capturing the essence of their experiences.
- Collaborate with AWDF’s Communications and Program teams, blending data to create a seamless and compelling narrative.
- Craft the report’s structure, ensuring each chapter unfolds like a new chapter in a captivating book.
- Write the report’s content in a way that demonstrates our impact, grounded in human interest stories and lived realities.
- Work with the designer to integrate infographics, charts, and visuals to underscore the impact of our collective journey visually.
- Facilitate a collective storytelling process where AWDF staff and management contribute their perspectives and insights to shape the report.
Eligibility
Ideal candidates should have the following profile and qualifications:
- University degree in the Humanities, Social Sciences or field relevant to the work.
- Proven experience in report writing evidenced by at least one sample of work.
- Demonstrated research skills and excellent writing skills in English.
- Knowledge of women’s rights in Africa is essential.
- Experience in producing reports for philanthropic organisations that resource women’s rights and feminist organisations and movements is a plus.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and flexible attitude.
- Proven ability to work to tight deadlines.
- Commitment to AWDF’s values of feminist leadership, accountability, diversity, respect and solidarity.
Qualified African women and gender-diverse candidates, including those identifying as women, are encouraged to apply.
Application
Send a brief technical and financial proposal, a CV or profile of your previous experience in a similar capacity to the Executive Manager at [email protected] with the email subject, Application for Consultancy – Annual Report Writer.
Submissions must be received on or before February 29, 2024.
For more information, visit AWDF Job.
