The purpose of the communication officer position is day to day implementation of communication functions in the Area office.

Generic responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence with NRC policies, tools, handbooks and guidelines
• Implement delegated communication function portfolio according to plan of action
• Prepare and develop status reports as required by management
• Ensure proper filing of media and communication materials
• Promote and share ideas for improvement of the support function
• Any other duties that will be assigned by AM

Specific responsibilities:

• Support the East Area Office with preparation of the communications materials to increase visibility of the NRC work in East region of Ukraine
• Gather/Produce audio visual content, written stories and case studies of NRC activities for the development of public and/or internal information materials
• Translating and proofreading of booklets, brochures, leaflets, reports, infographics etc. as assigned, make sure that the communication materials are in compliance with donors’ visibility requirements
• Establish and maintain contact with the local and regional media, including managing media requests on NRC’s programme activities
• Collaborate with communication departments of Head, regional, Country and other area offices in implementing of communication and advocacy strategies through mainstream and social media, public events, global website, etc
• Provide liaison with local authorities’ media office
• Monitor coverage of the local and regional media
• Submit regular activity reports to NRC management
• Represent the organization as spokesperson in media channel upon EAO manager request

Generic professional competencies:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in communications, media and public information. Experience in humanitarian, civil society, government, human rights sectors would be an asset
• Bachelor’s degree or Higher education in a field of in journalism/communication, political studies, human rights or any relevant subject or demonstrated relevant experience in lieu of official academic background
• Experience in preparation of communication materials for mainstream and social media
• Advanced knowledge of English and proficient knowledge of Ukrainian
• Knowledge of photo and video management software (Canva, Photoshop, Adobe Premiere, etc) would be an advantage
• Pro-active approach and willingness to learn

What do We Offer

Kindly note that this position is open to candidates who have the legal right to work in Ukraine. Please note that we are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorships for this position.

We offer an opportunity to match your career to a compelling cause and a chance to meet and work with people who are the best in their fields.

We are also looking for people who share our values:

• To be dedicated in what we do;
• To be innovative with our solutions;
• To act as one unified and inclusive team;
• To be accountable to the donors that make our work possible;

We invite applications from all qualified and interested candidates. Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as applications will be screened on a rolling basis and interviews will be assigned instantly until a suitable candidate is selected.