IFRC - Communication Officer (CO)

IFRC is currently looking for a qualified and committed candidate to fill the following position on a fixed term contract basis:

Communication Officer (CO)
Location : Based in Jakarta, Indonesia
Reports to : Communication Coordinator
Start Date : Immediately

Purpose of the Post:

Under coordination of Communications Coordinator, initiate, execute and support internal and external communications, media relations, marketing and promotional plans, publication management, relationship management, image (brand) management for Federation delegation with outcomes that support the overall goals of the Federation and maintain a positive public image of the Federation.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities :

• Work, under the direction of the communications coordinator, on
developing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating a
communications strategy for the Federation delegation and
programs as required
• Design and produce visually stimulating materials for effective
message communication in print advertising, online, posters,
grassroots marketing, etc.
• Implement communication strategies by creating the tools
required, media releases & conferences, speech and article
writing, ghost writing, brochures & posters, annual reports
writing and production, staff communiqués, video script writing
and editing and special events
• Plan and execute publications, web sites and other communications
projects in the Federation
• Establish and maintain business and media contacts and
relationships
• Assist, liaise and coordinate with PMI communications division in
developing and implementing communications activities in line
with their communications strategies, as directed by the
Communications Coordinator.
• Travel required to operational areas as needed

Requirements :

• Bachelor degree in the areas of public relations, media
relations, marketing or communications
• One to three year’s related experience and/or training; or
equivalent combination of education and experience

Skills / Knowledge :

 A high level computing ability. Proficiency with Windows
 Microsoft Office will be essential
 Desktop publisher and/or graphic design program
 Ability to produce written documentation for technical and non-
technical audiences
 Sound technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment an
strong operational focus
 A well-organized and self-directed individual but also a good
team player

Please Notice: Applications (only resume) should be sent to ifrc.recruitment@ gmail.com quoting the Ref Code as the subject of the email and the attachment should not exceed 200 Kb. Only complete short-listed candidates will be notified. Applications must received by Sunday, June 24th, 2008

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