Senior Officer - Media and Communications

Job Description

Title: Senior Officer - Media and Communications

Company Name: Save the Children

Vacancy: --

Location: Dhaka

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:
∎ At least 4 years

Published: 8 Feb 2024

Education:
∎ Master’s Degree, preferably in PR/Communications/Media or related field.

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ At least 4 years of experience in developing and managing media relations and communications, preferably in any INGO.
∎ Experience with media agency / media houses / NGOs in Bangladesh will be preferred.
∎ Working knowledge of content development with Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Flash, Adobe InDesign, Final Cut pro for multimedia design and production / Web / Print / 2 D and 3 D Motion Design for digital and social media channels
∎ Skilled experience in photography, videography, editing and design will be preferred.
∎ Excellent spoken and written communication skills in English and Bangla
∎ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to network and build relationships.
∎ Proven ability to work in fast paced environment, be creative and innovative.
∎ An understanding of child rights programming is desirable.
∎ At least 4 years of experience in developing and managing media relations and communications, preferably in any INGO.
∎ Experience with media agency / media houses / NGOs in Bangladesh will be preferred.
∎ Working knowledge of content development with Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Flash, Adobe InDesign, Final Cut pro for multimedia design and production / Web / Print / 2 D and 3 D Motion Design for digital and social media channels
∎ Skilled experience in photography, videography, editing and design will be preferred.
∎ Excellent spoken and written communication skills in English and Bangla
∎ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to network and build relationships.
∎ Proven ability to work in fast paced environment, be creative and innovative.
∎ An understanding of child rights programming is desirable.

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ The position will be responsible for communications and media work to build Save the Children profile in Bangladesh by developing high-quality communications products and developing strong media relations with key media houses and networks.
∎ You will be responsible for preparing external and internal communications products for country office programs by collaborating with the program sector leaders and initiate strategic & on-ground communication support (from conception to implementation) to raise awareness of program impact.
∎ You will lead on building relationships between national / global media and Senior Manager- Media and Comms organising media events / press conferences, and media reports as needed.
∎ You will support in planning and production of brand compliant content for programs or campaigns for media release or social media / digital media platforms, including content gathering and production in English & Bangla as needed.
∎ You will also be responsible for writing case studies, creative copies, media statements, media brief, and pieces for publications in English and Bangla as assigned.
∎ You will support event development and execution by collaborating with programs, functions, and projects on arranging big scale events by planning and supporting in venue set-up, agency hiring, communication material production and media coverage.
∎ You will guide program staffs on developing Terms of References, concept notes, project briefs etc. and also maintain a database of effective sample materials.
∎ Save the Children invites applications for the above-mentioned position. We are committed to equal employment opportunities, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, age, or beliefs and religion. We are committed to diversifying our staff to better represent the communities we serve and actively welcome underrepresented groups to apply.
∎ The Opportunity
∎ The position will be responsible for communications and media work to build Save the Children profile in Bangladesh by developing high-quality communications products and developing strong media relations with key media houses and networks.
∎ You will be responsible for preparing external and internal communications products for country office programs by collaborating with the program sector leaders and initiate strategic & on-ground communication support (from conception to implementation) to raise awareness of program impact.
∎ You will lead on building relationships between national / global media and Senior Manager- Media and Comms organising media events / press conferences, and media reports as needed.
∎ You will support in planning and production of brand compliant content for programs or campaigns for media release or social media / digital media platforms, including content gathering and production in English & Bangla as needed.
∎ You will also be responsible for writing case studies, creative copies, media statements, media brief, and pieces for publications in English and Bangla as assigned.
∎ You will support event development and execution by collaborating with programs, functions, and projects on arranging big scale events by planning and supporting in venue set-up, agency hiring, communication material production and media coverage.
∎ You will guide program staffs on developing Terms of References, concept notes, project briefs etc. and also maintain a database of effective sample materials.
∎ Contract Type: Regular

Employment Status: Contractual

Job Location: Dhaka

Read Before Apply: Please apply using a cover letter and an up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations For a detailed job description and to apply online, please visit: https://hcri.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/6061 Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview 'Save the Children promotes diversity in its workforce.' We need to keep children safe, so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.

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Company Information:
∎ Save the Children
∎ House No. CWN (A) 35, Road No.43 Gulshan-2. Dhaka-1212 Bangladesh
∎ We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

- No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
- All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
- Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Address::
∎ House No. CWN (A) 35, Road No.43 Gulshan-2. Dhaka-1212 Bangladesh
∎ We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard. We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:- No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday- All children learn from a quality basic education and that,- Violence against children is no longer toleratedWe know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Application Deadline: 17 Feb 2024

Category: NGO/Development