Appel à candidature : Human Appeal recrute un(e) Chargé(e) de communication à Aden, Yémen.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Main Job Purpose

The Communications Officer will be working in close coordination with Programmes Coordinators, Managers and the Country Director to ensure all programmes/ project information is shared with Global Communications colleagues at the head-office. This includes, but is not limited to: needs assessments, quarterly reports, annual reports, end of project reports and research to be conducted on behalf of the organisation etc. Support Fund raising initiatives when required including live appeals. Proactively build Human Appeal Aden Yemen positive media and PR profile, increasing visibility and credibility amongst key stakeholders through engaging journalists, pitching stories, writing blogs, managing local social media channels, hosting live/remote events and other initiatives. Developing and delivering a local communications strategy in line with Human Appeal’s global vision and brand in order to support our programmes, marketing, campaigns and advocacy work

Accountabilities

Media content production and management

· To be responsible for gathering, editing and sharing high quality multimedia content from Human Appeal Aden Yemen’s key field locations in order to meet the needs of global stakeholders in a timely manner and according to pre-agreed deadlines and specifications.

· To arrange and visit field locations, often in remote and difficult areas at short notice, in order to collect media material including identifying people to interview, gaining consent, carrying out detailed recorded interviews, taking photos and recording appropriate video footage.

· To proactively propose and produce media content to communicate the humanitarian, development and advocacy challenges in the region and the impact of Human Appeal’s work.

· To manage all Human Appeal Aden Yemen’s media content including editing, sorting, labelling, translating, updating and sharing on the appropriate platforms – including Human Appeal’s photo and video database – in an accurate and efficient way.

· To develop and maintain a library of media resource materials and products enabling provision of content on demand.

· To design and publish communications products, including banners and videos, in accordance with Human Appeal’s brand guidelines.

Communications service delivery

· To provide a fast and efficient all round media and communications service to colleagues in Human Appeal Aden Yemen and at headquarters.

· To manage one’s own time and schedule to ensure all content deadlines are met and allow contingency for unexpected requests and emergencies.

· To research, prepare, fact-check and produce professional media and communications materials for different audiences, ensuring all necessary approvals and timely dissemination.

· To produce regular reports and media summaries, as well as support the production of Human Appeal’s reports including donor feedback reports, the Annual Report and the reporting requirements of institutional partners.

· To provide content ideas and stories to local and global colleagues, and support them with accompanying media materials as required.

· To manage Human Appeal Aden Yemen’s local communication needs including producing newsletters, reports, briefings and presentations.

· To ensure a work log of activities has been filled out, enhancing transparency and accountability of work conducted.

Strategic communications

· Develop and implement a communications strategy for Human Appeal Aden Yemen in line with the organization’s global strategy.

· Support the development of project communications plans and provide advice for programme staff.

· Ensure adherence to Human Appeal ethical policies including safeguarding, consent, dignity, data protection and inclusion across all Human Appeal country communications and practices.

· Ensure the visibility and correct use of Human Appeal branding and logo across all programme activities and publicity, including managing the requirements of donors and institutional partners.

· Encourage, develop and provide guidance to field staff to adhere to contribute to the media activities of Human Appeal and adhere to communications policies.

· Stay up to date with the latest thinking on how to improve effectiveness of media and communication approaches and impact.

· Develop communications-related tools and templates as required.

· Maintain and protect Human Appeal’s communication tools and assets including camera equipment.

Job Requirements

· BA degree in a relevant communications subject, English or international development.

· Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience working in the media environment, either as a journalist or as a media officer in a development, campaigns or humanitarian organisation

· IT literacy including using Microsoft Office, photo and video editing software and design programmes.

· Ability to work with digital equipment, filming and editing skills for short audio and video packages.

· Experience of producing quality media materials including writing human interest stories, production of videos and excellent photography skills

· Fluent in Spoken and written English and Arabic’.

More details

Application deadline : April 13th, 2023