Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) is on a mission to create a world where no mother, child or family is devastated by HIV and AIDS. Join us on our fight for an AIDS-free generation.

Title:                           Consultant - Communication Advocacy and Partnership          

Organization:            Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation

Project:                      USAID Afya Yangu Northern Project

Location:                    Dar es Salaam

Reports to:                 Country Director

Background

The USAID Afya Yangu Northern Project focuses on improving health outcomes, strengthening HIV and health service delivery, and fostering community engagement in Northern Tanzania. EGPAF, a global leader in pediatric HIV prevention and care, seeks a consultant to provide strategic communications, advocacy, and partnership support to enhance the visibility, stakeholder engagement, and impact of project interventions.

How will you fight for an AIDS-free generation?

The Consultant will design and implement communication, advocacy, and partnership strategies to amplify project achievements, support evidence-based decision-making, and foster stakeholder engagement. The consultant will produce high-quality content, manage media and digital platforms, and provide donor-compliant documentation.

No two days are alike at EGPAF, but what can you expect in this role?

1. Communications
   • Develop and implement a comprehensive communications plan aligned with project goals.
   • Produce multimedia content, including short-form videos (7–10 minutes), 1–2 feature documentaries (10–15 minutes), curated high-resolution photos, and social media assets.
   • Draft press releases, human-interest stories, newsletters, and other materials to highlight project milestones and successes.
   • Maintain a structured communications archive, including raw and edited multimedia, metadata, usage summaries, and consent documentation.
2. Advocacy

1. • Support advocacy efforts targeting government, donors, and other stakeholders to influence policy and program decisions.
   • Prepare advocacy briefs, talking points, and presentations for project leadership.
   • Identify opportunities to showcase project achievements at regional and national platforms.
2. Partnerships
   • Map and engage relevant stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, donors, and private sector partners.
   • Facilitate strategic partnerships to support project objectives and sustainability.
   • Coordinate and support stakeholder engagement events, workshops, and meetings.
3. Monitoring, Reporting, and Documentation
   • Provide donor-compliant visuals, including curated raw footage, stills, and edited materials for inclusion in interim and final reports.
   • Submit monthly highlights packages (1–2 short clips, curated photos with metadata, and social media assets) to the Project Lead.
   • Author at least 5 feature articles or blog posts for publication to enhance visibility.
   • Prepare monthly communication briefs and a final communications summary report upon contract completion.

Deliverables

• Minimum 10 short-form videos (7–10 minutes) capturing key project outcomes, human-interest stories, or stakeholder voices.
• 1–2 longer feature documentaries (10–15 minutes) highlighting significant regional impact.
• Monthly Highlights Package including short clips (1–2 minutes), 20+ curated high-resolution photos with captions and metadata, and social media assets.
• At least 5 feature articles or blog posts published on project and partner platforms.
• Donor-compliant multimedia for interim and final reporting.
• Structured communications archive with all multimedia assets, usage logs, and consent documentation.
• Monthly communication briefs and a final communications summary report.

To be successful, you will have

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Social Sciences, International Development, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in communications, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement, ideally in health or development projects.
• Proven experience producing high-quality multimedia content (video, photo, and written) for donor-funded projects.
• Experience working with USAID or other donor-funded programs is an advantage.
• Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills; ability to create compelling content for multiple platforms.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and experience in partnership development and stakeholder engagement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, social media, digital content management, and multimedia production tools.

Bonus if have

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic environment
• Results-oriented and organized

The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) began supporting HIV and AIDS programming in Tanzania in 2003 and established a country office in 2004. Since then, in close collaboration with the Ministry of Health and other key partners, EGPAF has expanded its scope to include integrated HIV, GBV, TB, and Family Planning services. EGPAF Tanzania’s efforts focus on client-centered approaches that address gaps in health service delivery and improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations, including children and adolescents. EGPAF’s work in Tanzania is supported by multiple global and regional initiatives aimed at building sustainable and locally-led health systems.

As a global, multinational, and multicultural organization, EGPAF believes that diversity in the workplace enriches our work and enhances our impact and effectiveness. We believe that employees have the right to work in a climate of mutual respect and integrity that promotes dignity and respect for all, and that enables them to reach their full potential. EGPAF is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to country law requirements, EGPAF complies with US laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Foundation has facilities.

The Foundation does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. If you are asked to pay a fee at any stage of recruitment, please contact our hotline by phone (US: dial toll free 888-225-1429; all other countries: call collect 770-776-5674), or online (English: www.reportlineweb.com/pedaids; all other languages: https://iwf.tnwgrc.com/pedaids).

As a global, multinational, and multicultural organization, EGPAF believes that diversity in the workplace enriches our work and enhances our impact and effectiveness. We believe that employees have the right to work in a climate of mutual respect and integrity that promotes dignity and respect for all, and that enables them to reach their full potential. EGPAF is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to country law requirements, EGPAF complies with US laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Foundation has facilities.

The Foundation does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. If you are asked to pay a fee, please contact our hotline by phone (US: dial toll free 888-225-1429; all other countries: collect 770-776-5674), or online (www.reportlineweb.com/pedaids).