Communications Coordinator

İşin təsviri

WORLD VISION AZERBAIJAN

Position: Communications Coordinator

Location: Baku, Azerbaijan

Date Open: November 14, 2013
Date Close: November 29, 2013

Purpose of position:

Its purpose is to serve the essential communications needs in WV Azerbaijan Programme office. The focus of the position is to support with the production of key communications resources for donor and public engagement; position the ministry of WVAzerbaijan with in-country and international media; lead external communications on a range of development and advocacy issues; ensure communications in potential emergency and Public Relations crisis situations; and support internal/employee communications processes which support and advance the strategic goal of WVAzerbaijan and its core ministry functions. The communications coordinator will direct, facilitate and deliver content, using platforms and channels to reach diverse audiences.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Community Engagement Communications
• Media Relations 
• Positioning for visibility
• Supporter mobilization& policy change
• Emergency Communications
• Communications towards staff engagement
• Staff Mobilization&Organizational Effectiveness
• Capacity Building

Successful candidate should meet the following criteria:

Education:

• Degree in linguistics or journalism or communications.

Knowledge & Skills: 

• Solid verbal and written communication skills in English and Azerbaijani language;
• Story writing, photography and videography skills
• Fluency in computer programs (Word, Excel, Power Point)
• Solid knowledge in media relations
• Knowledge of development work, understanding of reasons of poverty.
• Video editing skills
• Willingness to work long hours when required;
• Self-motivated, innovative, and able to work under pressure;

Experience:

• Experience in communications with international NGOs.
• At least 2 years of experience in journalism/ communications/media

Work Environment:

• Should deal with information flow that needs fast processing
• Should be aware about the major trends and processes within WV South Caucasus and WV International
• Should be ready for internal and external travels for the minimum 30%of working time.

Please send your resume, salary expectation and a cover letter that expresses your particular interest and suitability for the position to the e-mail outlined below.

Please indicate “Communications Coordinator” in the subject line of the email.

Otherwise the candidacy will not be considered in the review process of the applications collected.

Email: [email protected]