TINTA (The Invisible Thread) is a global platform dedicated to supporting Indigenous Peoples, local community organisations, and their allies. Through a collaborative network, TINTA facilitates connections that promote advocacy, enhance visibility, and foster knowledge exchange to benefit people, nature, and the climate. TINTA works across continents to strengthen Indigenous and local organisations in forest and water ecosystems.

As we continue to evolve and expand our impact, we recognize the vital role that communication plays in driving our mission forward. We are seeking a Communications Manager to help oversee and ensure the successful implementation of our communications strategy. The role focuses on overseeing content production, coordinating outreach efforts, and ensuring that communication objectives are met, with a strong operational emphasis.

About the job

Tasks of the Consultant will be as follows

Operational communications management

• Oversee the day-to-day implementation of TINTA’s communications strategy, ensuring alignment with the organisation’s mission and goals.
• Manage the production of content, including press releases, newsletters, reports, and digital media, ensuring that materials are produced on time and to a high standard.
• Lead the execution of digital strategies, including maintaining the website and managing social media platforms, ensuring that TINTA’s online presence is consistent and engaging

Content coordination and production

• Work with the Storytelling and Engagement Officer to ensure that stories and key messages are aligned with TINTA’s objectives and resonate with audiences.
• Supervise content production to ensure high-quality multimedia content is delivered on schedule.
• Ensure all communication outputs (e.g., blogs, reports, videos) are culturally appropriate and respectful of the communities TINTA serves.

External communications and media relations

• Serve as the point of contact for external partners and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and collaboration on joint projects and campaigns.
• Support external engagement activities, such as preparing materials for webinars, events, and presentations, and ensuring they are aligned with the organisation’s objectives.
• Manage relationships with media outlets, coordinating outreach efforts to secure positive media coverage of TINTA supported initiatives.

Monitoring and reporting

• Track and report on the performance of communication initiatives, ensuring that key metrics (e.g., social media engagement, media mentions) are met.
• Provide regular updates on communication activities and progress to the General Coordinator, identifying any challenges and recommending adjustments.

Collaboration and coordination

• Coordinate with other areas to ensure alignment between communications and broader organisational goals, particularly in relation to fundraising, project development and advocacy efforts.
• Support Indigenous organisations in communication-related capacity-building efforts, including offering operational guidance on content production and media outreach.