Communications Officer

Job Advert – October 2025

• Do you want to do work that really matters? Help us end avoidable blindness
• Full time, Fixed Term Role based in Islamabad, Pakistan (Flexible work from home arrangements available).
• Closing Date: Monday, 27^th October 2025.

ABOUT THE FRED HOLLOWS FOUNDATION

The Fred Hollows Foundation is an international development organisation working to prevent blindness and restore sight. We continue to carry on the legacy of Professor Fred Hollows, who believed every person had the right to quality eye care, no matter where they live. The Foundation is known around the world as an organisation that works with purpose and determination. With a reputation for excellence, we are well known for making change happen.  

The Foundation has grown to work in more than 25+ countries throughout Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and the Pacific, as well as Australia. The Foundation has restored sight to more than 3 million people worldwide. We have an ambitious five-year strategic plan that aims to take us even closer to realising our vision of a world in which no person is needlessly blind, or vision impaired and Indigenous Australians exercise their right to sight and good health. To find out more about our work, please visit our website https://www.hollows.org

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Communications Officer will support the development and implementation of country communication strategy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Communications Officer will own the outcomes) of:

• Produce communication materials depending upon country office specific needs.
• Identify good promotion activities and work with program managers and country manager to tab them. 
• Contribute to the communication material required by the Sydney public relation department.    
• Regularly check FHF Pakistan website traffic and update it with the support of country manager and the Sydney communication team. 
• Work closely with the FHF Pakistan M&E and Research Officer to produce programming documentation.
• Regularly upload photos and videos onto FHF PhotoShelter with appropriate requirements and consent forms.
• Coordinate all visits by donors and ensure their coverage through photography and videography.   Act as FHF Pakistan point of contact for local media and build relationship with local media. 
• Support in the development of different reports that country office produces. 
• Train and support relevant country office staff and partners in the development of case studies from the ongoing projects.
• Ensure the proper coverage of events (in country office or field) that country program team organizes from time to time.  
• Ensure consistency in all communication material that country office produces. 
• Ensure compliance with the FHF and donor branding requirements to produce different communication material.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Master’s Degree in relevant field (Communication /Social sciences / Community Development).
• A minimum of 5 years working experience with reputable INGO’s/ NGOs, in a similar position.
• Relevant training in the field such as communication strategy development, knowledge of project cycle management. 
• Linkages with local media outlets and understanding of the media landscape in Pakistan.   
• Experience in dealing with a variety of Government ministries, local and international donor organizations, and other partners.
• Knowledge of health development issues, especially in health systems reforms and advocacy issues in the context of Pakistan. 
• Ability to meet deadlines and juggle several projects at the same time.
• Understanding of trends and standards in development work in Pakistan.
• Computer literate; experience in database management, and use of Microsoft packages.
• Excellent written and documentation skills including fluency in spoken English.

How we recognise your contribution

Through our internal programs and employee benefits we aim to create an environment where you will feel supported and empowered.  Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or finding an environment which enables you to thrive while balancing family or personal commitments, we have a range of programs in place to support you.

To find out more about our benefits click here

APPLICATIONS

Applicants are requested to submit a physical application, along with their CV, to our office at: Office #8, 2nd Floor, 85 West Rizwan Centre, Jinnah Avenue, Blue Area, Islamabad, Pakistan. Kindly specify the role title on the envelope to facilitate proper tracking of your application.

Applications Close: Monday, 27^th October 2025

The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to ensuring our projects and activities are implemented in a safe and productive environment that prevents harm and avoids impacting the health and safety of all people, particularly children, vulnerable people and disadvantaged groups. Applicants are advised that The Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment. In addition, The Foundation reserves the right to verify academic qualifications and credentials of applicants as part of our recruitment and screening processes.

Please be advised:

1. Fred Hollows Foundation will never ask for a fee during any stage of the recruitment process.
2. All active roles are advertised directly on our website here.
3. Please note we will not be accepting CVs via agencies for this role.