Communication Officer (Short-term)

CARE International in Pakistan

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Posted date	13th December, 2024	Last date to apply	22nd December, 2024
Country	Pakistan	Locations	Islamabad
Category	Communication
Type	Temporary	Position	1

(This position is a temporary assignment for a duration of four months, intended to provide cover during the maternity leave of a CARE staff member.)

As part of the communication team, and in coordination with various short-term and long-term projects, the Communications Officer will be in charge of creating and publishing content, contributing to organization wide communication activities, brainstorming ideas and developing communication material (digital photo/video/graphics content, flyers, brochures, posters, IEC material etc) and other products. The position will also contribute towards press releases, monitor media coverage, and manage external and internal events. S/he will be responsible for maintaining all program files, information/ database, in both hard and soft form as per CARE and donors’ policies. The communications officer will work with all programs and departments at CARE for communications-related activities and tasks. Other responsibilities may include drafting, and editing publication materials and communications copy and helping to execute communications projects and strategies.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

1- Advanced Level Visual Communication Design & Digital Product Development (30%)

Produce advanced level graphic design work on industrial softwares for CARE’s projects, including:
Social media assets such as posts, GIFs, digital case studies, artificial intelligence integrated illustrations, and digital campaign assets.
Motion graphic posts.
Assist project teams by designing presentations using data visualization.
Collaborate with graphic designers, videographers, photographers, and other vendors to develop and produce materials for projects.
Ensure adherence to branding guidelines and represent communication policies consistently across all communication design assets in accordance with CARE branding guidelines.
Monitor CARE social media channel media metrics and analyze monthly.

2- Advanced Level Publishing Design and Asset development (30%)

Provide assistance to all teams by designing and editing publication-based materials tailored to various audiences and contexts, such as:

Research learning products
Annual Reports
Newsletters
Project Reports
Case studies
Briefs
Booklets
Manuals
Tool kits
IEC posters
Brochures

Printable Assets Design

Create designs for banners, standees, and other paraphernalia.

3- Photo and Videographic Coverage of CARE Projects activities (25%):

Document photo and video based success stories from projects based on partner information.
Support project teams in capturing learning from program activities.
Editing and producing video products such as case study reels, testimonials and video clips.

4- Record Keeping, Compliance Management and Media Relations (10% of time)

Assist the project teams in reviewing and archiving in a compliant manner all project documents.
Ensure that all the documents received from field are properly reviewed and verified. Identify gaps in documentation and ensure accuracy.
Support the project teams in ensuring that systems are in place to periodically capture and document learning related to success and failures occurring during the program period.
Work with the Communications Team to develop and implement US and global media strategies that advance CARE’s visibility and research utilization.
Coordinate responses to incoming media inquiries, review of press releases, and relevant news coverage monitoring.
Assist project teams in event management.
Offer administrative support to the communications function in tracking products and materials according to deadlines.
Coordinate or lead communication related trainings or events (internal and external)

5- Other responsibilities as assigned (5% of time)

Any other tasks or responsibilities based on organizational and programming needs as assigned by the Line Manager.

A) Qualifications (Know How)

Required

Bachelor’s Degree in Communication, Journalism, Media, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field is required for advanced positions.

Desired

Masters degree in any related field will be preferred.

B) Experience/ Technical Skills

Required

Minimum 2 - 3 years of experience in a communications role
Experience in of creating and publishing content, overseeing office communication activities, brainstorming ideas and developing publications and digital creative assets.

Desired

Proficiency in regional languages preferred.
Experience of working with International NGOs.

CARE participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we hereby request information from the candidate’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Note: Individuals can apply using Brightspyre or send their resumes directly to [email protected] clearly mentioning the position title in the subject line of the email, before the stated deadline. Please share your current as well as salary expectations along with the CV.