Humanitarian Information and Communications
Coordinator
Save the Children is the world’s
leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We
save children’s lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their
potential.
We work together, with our partners,
to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve
immediate and lasting change in their lives.
Qualifications
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Education to BSc/BA level in a
relevant subject or equivalent field experience
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Proven experience of developing and
managing the production of communications materials for INGOs or other similar
organisations in emergencies and in humanitarian crises for a minimum of 5
years.
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Can produce accurate, clear and
consistent information and communication outputs relating to both programme
support and humanitarian situation including key messages, Q&As and
factsheets, case studies, press releases, media statements, briefs amongst
others
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Evidence of excellent English verbal
and written communication skills for a wide range of different audiences
including donors, journalists and the general public. Ability to strategically
target a wide range of audiences is essential.
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Deep understanding of the East and
Southern Africa context, specifically the countries in the Horn of Africa, and
South Sudan and Uganda, and particularly relating to international NGO work
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Excellent relationship building
skills in order to work across all Country Offices and various Members
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The ability to support the
communications team in high-pressure situations, with changing deadlines and
priorities, and in a complex humanitarian situation;
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Understanding of how to manage
strategic media engagement in politically sensitive environments essential.
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Experience in leading information and
communication flows between emergency responses and a variety of internal and
external stakeholders;
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Proven ability to work with
communities and partners to gather case studies, testimonies and information on
the humanitarian situation and on programmes.
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Excellent IT skills, especially in
Microsoft Word, technical aptitude in MS Office.
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Excellent understanding of
communication and information needs across fundraising, media and campaigning
activities, as well donor and member requirements and standards;
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Experience in capacity building and
managing humanitarian communications teams;
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Ability to maintain confidentiality
and discretion. Politically and culturally sensitive with qualities of
patience, tact and diplomacy;
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An initiative-taking, proactive,
inspiring attitude with the ability to manage and prioritise an unpredictable
workload and solve problems quickly with limited support;
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Ability to fact check, proofread,
edit and draft materials;
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The capacity and willingness to be
extremely flexible and accommodating in difficult working circumstances.
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Commitment and interest in Save the
Children’s mission, vision and values. In particular, a good understanding of
Save the Children mandate and child focus and an ability to ensure this continues
to underpin our support
How to Apply