Posted date8th April, 2024Last date to apply15th April, 2024CountryPakistanLocationsIslamabadCategoryMedia and CommunicationSalary81,840/-PKR plus other benefitsTypeContractualPosition1Job Purpose:The Communication Officer will be responsible for providing support to the program team in developing and implementing effective communication strategies. The position holder will be responsible for creating and disseminating information, education, and communication (IEC) materials, project promotional material, developing case studies, capturing success stories, designing advocacy, and influencing products such as infographics, capturing videos for success stories, developing quality content for web sites and digital resources. The Communications Officer will provide the HelpAge International country office communications team with updated information and media materials to use in its media work to profile the needs and contribution of older people.Specific duties and responsibilities:Support the development and implementation of communication strategies that promote the organization's programs and activitiesDevelop IEC materials, project promotional material, case studies, and other communication products to support the program team in achieving their objectivesCapture success stories and develop content for various communication channels, including social media, website, and newsletters.Produce high-quality videos that capture the impact of the program and its activitiesDesign and develop advocacy and influencing products such as infographics and other multimedia productsConduct research to identify new communication trends and technologies that can be used to improve the organization's communication strategiesDevelop and maintain relationships with media partners, stakeholders, and other relevant organizations to promote the organization's programs and activitiesManage the organization's website and digital resources, ensuring that they are regularly updated with relevant and engaging contentAssist in organizing and coordinating events that promote the organization's programs and activitiesSupport program team in the effectiveness of the organization's communication strategies and provide feedback to the program teamSupport in development of communications material and ensure all printing & designed material must fulfil the organization’s branding guidelinesRegularly pitch articles, reports, or news stories from the field to Communications TeamAssist and support advocacy officer team in organizing events, development of meeting minutes & reportsTravel to project areas for data collection, case studies development and capturing photographsProvide support to communications team Collect, organize and archive all the IEC material of the organizationContribute in program development especially related to Policy, advocacy and rightsCoordinate with media and write press releases and briefingsSafeguarding Responsibilities:Preventing harm and abuse from our people, operations and programs to anyone that encounters our workReport all safeguarding incidents they see, hear, hear about or suspect, using our internal reporting mechanismComplying with all safeguarding framework policies and practicesCompleting mandatory training courses relating to our safeguarding policy framework and comply with HR vetting proceduresReducing the risk of harm and abuse in the fieldInvolving communities in the design of programs and complaint response mechanisms, be responsible for implementation and reviewAttending specialist field training on safeguarding as required.Maintaining maps of support services for survivorsReceiving and responding to complainants/survivors and ensuring that no further harm is done, following a survivor-centred approach, using the principles of psychological first aid, and signposting to relevant local services as neededReporting all safeguarding incidents, they become aware ofRequired qualifications and experienceMaster’s or bachelor’s degree in communications, social sciences, or other relevant area2 to 3 years of relevant experienceGood knowledge and experience of graphics software e-g Adobe Photoshop, Corel Draw and othersCamera handling skillsDesign and technical skills to shoot videos, take pictures, and design multimedia contentFluent in writing and speaking English, Urdu & SindhiProficiency in using Internet, Microsoft Word, Excel & OutlookAbility to work independently and take initiativesStrong organisational and administrative skillsTeam working, flexibility and relationship building skillsProblem solving skills in day-to-day and crises situationsShow complete discretion in all matters concerning HelpAge staff#J-18808-Ljbffr