Field Communications Coordinator
Job Description
Title: Field Communications Coordinator
Company Name: World Vision Bangladesh
Vacancy: 2
Job Location: Dhaka, Barishal (Barishal Sadar)
Employment Status: Full-time
Educational Requirements:
∎ Minimum graduation(Hons) in Social Science/ Arts. (degree in Mass Communication/Journalism/Media relations would be preferable)
Experience Requirements:
∎ At least 5 year(s)
Job Context:
∎ Under the guidance and direct supervision of the National Communications Manager and in matrix reporting to the Director Field Operations, the Field Communication Coordinator will assist in the execution of World Vision’s communications and information management in support to the Field Office and national office Communications team, as well as provide inputs to the design, management and implementation of World VIsion in Bangladesh communications and publication strategies geared to influence the development agenda, promote public and media outreach, and mobilize corporate communciations, Communciations for Development (C4D) Capacity Development support, and carrying out timely and effective communications/updates to humanitarian emergencies.
∎ The incumbent will package stories creatively in written, photo or video format to suit our audience keeping in line with the organisational goals & objectives. He/she will also work with the Communications team to develop and produce creative concepts for different visual material that help people connect to our work.
∎ The Field Communication Coordinator also works in close collaboration with Program staff , local leads, governmnet officials, national and local media and civil society ensuring successful World Vision communication strategy implementation.
Job Responsibilities:
∎ Ensure quality communications resources produced align with global brand and power claims following efficient workflow and assuring wise stewardship.
∎ Strengthening the corporate communications at the Field Office level and ensure all staff speak one voice as ambassador of WV.
∎ Activate the right stakeholders through using right channels at the right time to ensure sustainable well being of children.
∎ Ensure communication plays a vitial roles duirng humanitarian emergency situation by mobilizing the public and submission of compelling contents.
∎ Lead communications, C4D and media relations activities at Field Office level in line with guidelines.
Additional Requirements:
∎ Age at least 28 years
∎ At least five years experience in communications/ documentation/ public relations/ media or similar responsibilities
∎ Experience with Non Profit international organization
∎ World Vision experience
∎ Cross-cultural experience
∎ Field visit: 30 – 40% travel is expected
∎ Proven management ability
∎ Effective Communications skills including reporting, photography, publications, media relations
∎ Strong organizational skills
∎ Proven experience as a team player
∎ Demonstrated collaboration & team building skills
∎ Competent in the use of Microsoft Office computer programs including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Salary: Tk. 70000 - 75000 (Monthly)
Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ Mobile bill, Provident fund, Weekly 2 holidays, Gratuity
∎ Festival Bonus: 1
∎ Benefits are applicable as per organizational structure and policy.
Job Source: Bdjobs.com Online Job Posting.
Application Deadline: 21 May 2022
Company Information:
∎ 9 May 2022
∎ World Vision Bangladesh
∎ Address : Abedin Tower (2nd floor), 35 Kemal Ataturk Avenue, Banani, Dhaka - 1213, P.O. Box: 9071
∎ Business : World Vision (WV) is an established international Christian humanitarian development and advocacy organization dedicated for working with children, families and their communities worldwide to reach their fullest potential by tackling the causes of poverty & injustice. It serves all people regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, gender or ability.
World Vision is committed to first do no harm to children or adult beneficiaries, to respect the rights of all beneficiaries, and to uphold the best interests of children as a primary consideration in all actions and decisions; accordingly all the recruits will go through specific checks and compliance procedures in accordance to its Child and Adult Safeguarding Policy.
World Vision Bangladesh has zero tolerance towards incidents of violence or abuse against children or adults, including sexual exploitation or abuse, committed either by employees or others affiliated with our work. World Vision Bangladesh as Child Safe Organization discourages anyone to apply with prior record of conviction related with child neglect, abuse and exploitation.
Female are specially encourage to apply.
Category: NGO/Development
: World Vision is committed to first do no harm to children or adult beneficiaries, respecting the rights of all beneficiaries, and upholding the best interests of children as a primary consideration in all actions and decisions; accordingly, all the recruits will go through specific checks and compliance procedures in accordance to its Child and Adult Safeguarding Policy. World Vision Bangladesh has zero tolerance towards incidents of violence or abuse against children or adults, including sexual exploitation or abuse, committed either by employees or others affiliated with our work.World Vision Bangladesh as Child Safe Organization discourages anyone to apply with a prior record of conviction related to child neglect, abuse, and exploitation.Any personal persuasion will result in disqualification. Only short-listed candidates will be called for interview.Women are highly encouraged to apply.
