Job Description

Title: Director - Outreach and Communication

Company Name: TRANSPARENCY INTERNATIONAL BANGLADESH

Vacancy: 1

Job Location: Dhaka

Employment Status: Full-time

Educational Requirements:
∎ A Master's degree with Honours in a relevant subject from the Social Science discipline like Journalism and Mass Communication, Governance, Development, Political Science, Law, Public Policy/Public Administration, and Economics;
∎ Secured first class/division in at least two levels of public examinations from secondary education & above.
∎ Candidates with a third division or a GPA below 2 in SSC/HSC or a CGPA below 2.5 as applicable, need not apply;

Experience Requirements:
∎ At least 10 year(s)

Job Responsibilities:
∎ Communications strategy, vision, and leadership
∎ Lead in the development and implementation of an integrated, organisation­wide strategic outreach and communications plan to promote and broaden stakeholder interest and public awareness of the work and contribution of TIB to the social movement against corruption.
∎ Lead in the implementation of programme efforts to understand and engage key audiences including the public service recipients, policymakers, public officials and key influencers and the media to create and strengthen conditions favourable for the advancement of the social movement against corruption.
∎ Lead in the development and strengthening of communication processes and tools including collaboration with various national and international stakeholders.
∎ Lead TIB's efforts to develop relationships with key government and development agencies.
∎ Identify challenges, opportunities and emerging issues faced by the organisation, and work with the Executive Management Team to cope and manage the same through internal and external communications opportunities and solutions.
∎ Engage and contribute as a member of the Executive Management Team in project planning and operations for inter-divisional and other cross-cutting coordination, and fundraising efforts, including providing inputs on proposals and drafting progress reports.
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∎ Communications operations
∎ Develop knowledge of TIB's target audiences and advance greater inclusivity.
∎ Oversee, or execute as needed, all materials intended for public consumption to ensure their alignment with the strategic communications plan.
∎ Curate content and increase audience engagement on TIB's social media channels.
∎ Serve as lead on prioritising media opportunities and interactions and communication that help promote and/or impact the organisation and actively cultivate and manage media relationships.
∎ Support and advise peers of other divisions in ensuring an efficient flow of information and communication up and down the chain of activities, which will include all staff and volunteers.
∎ Public relations
∎ Develop and maintain relationships with key communications and outreach partners, including media professionals, communication leads in other organizations and development sector leaders, as appropriate.
∎ Lead, or organise as needed, press conferences, media statements and briefings, and workshops to engage journalists on governance and anti-corruption.
∎ Monitor TIB's media presence and prepare periodic reports on the effectiveness of its PR and media campaigns for the Executive Director and Board of Trustees.
∎ Policy engagement
∎ Support Research and Policy division as well as Civic Engagement division in the development of objectives, plans and strategies on relevant sectors for policy engagement at national and local levels with the Government institutions, authorities, government and non-government organisations, agencies, academia, think-tanks, and other stakeholders.
∎ Support the Executive Director in his/her efforts to connect and/or engage with relevant stakeholders in the government, civil society, media, and the private sector, as appropriate on policy issues.
∎ Stakeholder engagement
∎ Develop a portfolio of influential stakeholders comprising both individuals and organisations to assess challenges and opportunities to advance anti-corruption engagement, outreach and policy advocacy and educational activities to generate support for the work of the organisation.
∎ Develop and manage strategic partnerships with government agencies, media, NGOs, and academia, as appropriate to advance social movement against corruption.
∎ Build and leverage relationships with individuals and organisations in the targeted service sectors, and amongst allied professionals.
∎ Team development and management
∎ Supervise and lead the members of the Outreach and Communication team, including external consultants, partner agencies, freelance designers, and production vendors.
∎ Oversee and set annual performance objectives for the O&C team, in alignment with organisational strategy and evaluate their performance in accordance with the staff performance appraisal procedures; identify staff with potential for advancement and, as part of the succession planning process, support their professional development.
∎ Provide directions for proper utilisation of budgetary allocation from the perspective of value for money.
∎ Lead the O&C team to work in concert with other divisions to achieve the organisational mission and project objectives; contribute to cross-cutting areas like monitoring, evaluation, knowledge & information management, training & gender issues to ensure synergy in project implementation.
∎ Carry out any other duties as assigned by the organisation.

Additional Requirements:
∎ Age 38 to 60 years
∎ A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in the development communication or media sectors, preferably both, with at least 5 years in a senior management role;
∎ Demonstrable understanding of, and experience in, media with strong editorial skills in order to make complex editorial judgements at a senior level;
∎ Ability to study, analyse, and summarise information, and to exercise restraint and discretion in matters that are sensitive;
∎ Proven track record of conceptualising, designing, managing and implementing outreach and communication strategies and campaigns;
∎ Professional experience in the technology landscape including proficiency in content development (including audio/visual) and basic knowledge of data-driven projects i.e., ability to translate complex research or scientific data into materials for lay audiences as well as policymakers and other stakeholders;
∎ Knowledge of and experience with web-based content management systems; a strong understanding of the development and conservation of best practices in web and social media standards;
∎ Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written in Bangla and English) with proven ability to produce concise, well-structured and very high-quality written materials;
∎ Proficiency in using computer systems and software such as Microsoft Office Suites, word processing, and the internet to research and prepare materials;
∎ Proven ability to deliver on complex projects against stiff deadlines and within a limited budget, with a good record of donor liaison and reporting;
∎ Experience in managing large budgets ensuring value for money, demonstrating effective oversight and use of resources, understanding of compliance and reporting requirements of funders;
∎ Experience in forming effective relationships with a range of local and international partners, including at the highest levels of government and media, managing effective teamwork between partners and stakeholders, including those with differing agendas;
∎ Strong managerial and leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop high-performing teams and foster a healthy organisational culture of teamwork, collaboration, and problem-solving;
∎ Strong understanding of and commitment to the anti-corruption movement, including the use of media and other communication tools for developmental goals focusing on transparency and accountability; and
∎ Knowledge and experience of communication, community outreach and engagement, especially youth.

Salary:
∎ Grade: 5, Step - 1, Gross Monthly Salary -2,32,130.00

Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ Mobile bill, Medical allowance, Provident fund, Weekly 2 holidays, Insurance, Gratuity
∎ Salary Review: Yearly
∎ Festival Bonus: 2

Job Source: Bdjobs.com Online Job Posting.

Application Deadline: 31 Dec 2023

Company Information:
∎ 14 Dec 2023
∎ TRANSPARENCY INTERNATIONAL BANGLADESH
∎ Address : MIDAS Centre (4th & 5th floors) House # 05, Road # 16 (New) 27 (Old) Dhanmondi, Dhaka- 1209
∎ Business : Development organization

Category: NGO/Development

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