Summary:
The Communications Officer will be responsible for developing and executing the communications strategies to promote the mission and the impact of DoS portfolio projects.
Position responsibilities:
Writing and editing
- Developing written materials such as factsheets, presentations and other communication materials.
- Researching and writing articles, blog posts, and other content for the websites, newsletter, or other publications.
- Ensuring that all written materials are accurate, clear, and concise, and are consistent with the FHI360 messaging and branding.
- Editing and proofreading written materials created by other staff members or partners.
- Managing the production process for printed materials, such as reports or brochures, including working with designers and printers.
- Tracking and analyzing the impact of written materials.
Social Media management
- Creating content for social media channels and websites
- Planning and posting content on various social media platforms, such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
- Monitoring social media accounts, respond to comments and messages, and engage with followers to build relationships and create a sense of community around the NGO's work.
- Monitoring analytics and using social media analytics tools to track engagement metrics, such as likes, shares, comments.
- Managing social media advertising campaigns.
- Staying up-to-date on social media trends
Public relations
- Creating media materials, such as press releases, invitations etc.
- Pitching stories to media outlets
- Organizing press events, such as press conferences or media briefings, to promote the FHI360 work and increase media coverage.
- Monitoring the media coverage of the FHI360 work to assess the impact of public relations efforts and identify opportunities for improvement.
Event planning
- Coordinating with vendors such as audiovisual providers, and other service providers to ensure that all necessary services related to communication are available on the day of the event.
- Creating marketing materials, such as invitations, posters, and social media content, to promote the event to the target audience.
Minimum requirements :
- Bachelorโs degree in communications, marketing, business administration, or a related field plus a minimum (3) years of work experience in communications :
- Experience managing or contributing to social media profiles and activities on behalf of a business or nonprofit organization.
- Experience with creative design applications such as Adobe Creative Suite and Canva;
- Experience within the international development sector is strongly preferred.
- Excellent content creation skills; Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to accurately and concisely convey complex and technical information;
- Strong understanding of how to link communications activities to business strategy and goals;
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, including the ability to work collaboratively and establish strong working relationships with colleagues, local partners, and external agencies ; Self-starter, able to think creatively and work independently
- Excellent oral and written in Arabic, English, and French
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment and carry out multiple activities and projects with competing deadlines;
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (specifically: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
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