Communication & Visibility Officer job at IsraAID

JOB DETAILS:
About the Position:
The communications and visibility officer will enhance our country office’s documentation, reporting, learning and sharing mechanisms internally and externally, supporting the implementation of our programs. He/she should be able to think outside the box and use creative methods to document, share and educate. As an evidence-based organization, we consider global days, arts and creative social media as opportunities to increase our visibility, expand our impact, and collaborate more effectively with key stakeholders. We plan to use mainstream and social media platforms to deliver our key messages. The communications and visibility officer will support the strategic plan to achieve these objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Detailed responsibilities:
1. Oversee visual documentation of IsraAID’s projects in Uganda through photos and videos, as guided by IsraAID’s Uganda’s Country Director and IsraAID HQ’s communications team.
2. Write and edit all types of content, including social media posts, blogs, reports, and more, in accordance with IsraAID’s communications strategy and ethical communications policies.

3. Manage IsraAID Uganda’s existing social media pages, if relevant and as guided by IsraAID’s Uganda Country Director and IsraAID HQ’s communications team.
4. Collect stories from the field, for use in IsraAID’s communications and fundraising efforts and to support IsraAID’s existing partnerships.

5. Work to raise awareness of IsraAID’s work in Uganda, including through media outreach, social media campaigning, and more, as guided by IsraAID’s Uganda Country Director.

6. Ensure all content adheres to IsraAID’s brand guidelines, reflects the nuance of our work, and is consistent in style, quality, and tone of voice.

7. Support IsraAID Uganda’s communications output in the field, including awareness-raising through radio, flyers, posters, events, and more, as guided by IsraAID’s Uganda Country Director.
8. Write and edit other official documents, as required.
9. Host the communications day for IsraAID in Uganda to showcase

10. Serve as a focal point in the field for IsraAID HQ’s communications team.
11. Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Essential skills, knowledge, and competencies
Requirements
The successful Candidate is required to meet the following criteria:
• Relevant bachelor’s degree with a strong theoretical and practical background in communications
• Good understanding of IsraAID’s work and humanitarian context, including the specific sensitivities of working with vulnerable communities
• Good written English
• Strong understanding of content creation and social media engagement
• High computer literacy and familiarity with standard programs including Microsoft Office
• Photography, videography & graphic design skills – an advantage
• Commitment to IsraAID’s values: Professionalism, Humanity, Collaboration, Flexibility and Adaptability, Resilience

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months:

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
The deadline for applications is [6TH January 2025].
We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Ethical Standards
IsraAID has zero tolerance towards any acts of misconduct and Sexual Exploitation and Abuse. The recruitment process will include all candidates’ declarations and reference checks focused on misconduct and SEA.

Equal Opportunities
IsraAID is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status

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