Work Announcement Position: South Caucasus Communications Director Organization: World Vision World Vision is a Christian humanitarian and development organization working to create lasting change in the lives. Established in 1950, World Vision operates in nearly 100 countries worldwide. It is a Christian relief, development and advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and communities, to overcome poverty and injustice. We pursue life in all its fullness for every child and serve all people regardless of religion, race, ethnicity or gender. World Vision first came to Armenia for providing emergency aid to the victims of December 1988 devastating earthquake. During the next years WV’s projects have gone beyond meeting the demands of crisis situations to changing the quality of life in entire communities and helping Armenians to restore their country. World Vision Armenia works in 194 communities in six marzes of Armenia and in Yerevan supporting 25 000 children and their families. The Organization fulfills advocacy, health care, education, economic development, child protection and spiritual growth activities. WV Armenia operates mainly through its 10-15 years long-term Area Development Programs (ADP) that are predominantly funded through child sponsorship. ADPs are focused on promoting child well being through community participation and ownership. LOCATION Yerevan DURATION Open ended PURPOSE OF THE POSITION Provide strong and strategic communications direction to WV South Caucasus, through the leadership and management of a communications function that is staffed across the 3 Country Offices – Armenia, Georgia and Azerbaijan. The position will oversee the production of key communications resources for donor and public engagement; position the ministry of WV South Caucasus with in-country and international media; lead external communications on a range of development and advocacy issues; direct communications in potential emergency and Public Relations crisis situations; and manage internal/employee communications processes which support and advance the strategic goals of WV South Caucasus and its core ministry functions. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES 1. DONOR/PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT COMMUNICATIONS Manage the planning and production of compelling and issues-oriented fundraising, advocacy and publicity materials (web-based, digital, print and video) for effective donor and public engagement by WV South Caucasus – both in-country and internationally, and in collaboration with other World Vision Offices if/as appropriate. Oversee the consistent and timely offering and production of feature stories on WV South Caucasus. Ensure that stories, photos and other materials are produced to standards of quality required for informing, educating and engaging said donors and publics via Partnership websites, magazines, adverts, donor appeals, media releases and other communications channels and outlets. 2. MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS Manage the development of contacts with country-level and international media to earn coverage of World Vision South Caucasus work, and manage risk Ensure the South Caucasus and Programme Directors, designated spokespeople and technical experts are identified, trained and offered to media for proactive, positive public engagement Support the monitoring of national media and establish the overall capacity of WV South Caucasus Country Offices to initiate and respond to media contacts with required speed and skill. Develop a management plan for implementation if/as needed to protect the reputation of WV South Caucasus from actual or potential media crises. 3. INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS Support South Caucasus executive leadership in communicating areas of their work that create shared a unified identity across the programme, contribute to a shared understanding of strategy and goals, and facilitate change management. Ensure information about all aspects the South Caucasus ministry and operations are accessible to the World Vision partnership Establish systems and safeguards for the appropriate and effective flow of relevant information to and from WV staff both internally and externally as/when required. 4. EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS Plan and manage communications in response to both slow- and rapid-onset emergency disaster/relief situations – ensuring that the WV Partnership is provided with quality stories, photos and media interviews from the field quickly Deploy to disaster zones if/as required to provide national and international media with information, interviews and assistance in the field. Ensure that the communications team has all key tools and training required for rapid deployments to and communications from the field for extended periods of time. 5. ADVOCACY COMMUNICATIONS Collaborate with advocacy colleagues to define key issues, messaging, and communications channels for public advocacy initiatives. Oversee the development of advocacy-oriented communications products including web-based and print materials, posters, briefing papers, reports, stories and photo essays Support advocacy campaigns by engaging the media to gain exposure and credibility, and increase public discussion and fundraising. 6. LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT Improve the capacity of the Communications teams. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS The following knowledge, skills, and abilities may be acquired through a combination of formal schooling, self-education, prior experience, or on-the-job training: Education: A degree in journalism or communications/public relations/marketing. Knowledge & Skills: Demonstrated experience in managing teams, especially remotely At least five years professional experience in journalism or public relations Experience in project management, including the production of diverse communications resources such as publications, multi-media, websites/pages, photo and video reports, social media, etc. Cross-cultural communication skills Skills in photography and/or video production Past experience or familiarity with marketing departments an asset A full commitment to World Vision’s core values and mission statement. Full adherence to World Vision South Caucasus Child Protection, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest policies. Full Adherence to security protocols. Work Environment: Able to travel and work in the field as an essential function of the position. Minimum 25% time working in Tbilisi, Georgia Position requires willingness and ability to continue to function during a crisis situation, including during a World Vision response to a manmade or natural disaster. APPLICATION PROCEDURES If you are interested to apply, please send a detailed letter of intent with a CV addressing relevant qualifications and experience to e-mail: [email protected]. In the subject line of your e-mail message, please, mention title and location of the position you are applying for. CVs without letter of intent will not be considered. No information inquiries will be handled over the phone. Only short listed candidates will be notified for the interview. The deadline for submitting the applications is 9 September, 2014.
Posted on: Sun, 31 Aug 2014 10:40:48 +0000
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