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RWA International are looking for a communications specialist to undertake a 2 year input to carry out the following tasks: development and implementation of communications strategies and policy at national and regional level; capacity building and training in data management and modern communication methods; provide national components with communications guidelines and media materials; assist with production of media materials nationally and regionally, esp. printed publications, TV and Radio; assist with provision of timely and accurate data on animal health and disease outbreaks; represent PACE at national and international conferences etc; other duties as advised.

Qualifications and Experience: Applicants must have a minimum of a Masters Degree in a relevant communications-oriented field; minimum of 15 years experience in international / donor-funded development programmes; experience of rural development communications strategy and policy; experience of agriculture or livestock sector would be an advantage; ability to work in French language highly desirable; candidates must be prepared to spend approx 2 - 4 months per year travelling to and in numerous West, Central and Eastern African countries. Salary: Negotiable based on experience, qualifications and previous earnings. Application Instructions: Please apply by letter or email to Matthew S Pritchard, Technical Coordinator, attaching a current CV highlighting experience in rural development communications programmes and including a detailed salary history for the last 5 years. Tel: +44-1765-600455; Fax: +44-1765-600344; Email: [email protected]; Address: RWA International, Beckets House, 34 Market Place, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 1BZ, United Kingdom; Website: http://www.rwainternational.com Closing date: 31 August 2001