{"id":14570,"date":"2022-06-07T10:30:26","date_gmt":"2022-06-07T10:30:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/womenandmedia.org\/?p=14570"},"modified":"2022-06-07T10:30:26","modified_gmt":"2022-06-07T10:30:26","slug":"vacancy-communications-officer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/womenandmedia.org\/si\/vacancy-communications-officer\/","title":{"rendered":"Vacancy &#8211; Communications Officer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Women and Media Collective (WMC) is looking for a dynamic individual who has excellent communications skills and a commitment to work on the rights of women and on gender equality, to be part of our team.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/womenandmedia.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Comms-officer-ad-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click here to download advertisement\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Main Responsibilities:<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2022 Develop and implement communication strategies and advocacy campaigns together with the programme teams for print, broadcast media and social media.<br \/>\n\u2022 Be responsible for maintaining WMC\u2019s media presence and, lead advocacy campaigns to raise awareness on feminist principles, women\u2019s rights, and gender equality.<br \/>\n\u2022 Update and maintain WMC\u2019s social media accounts and digital platforms to cultivate awareness on gender justice, promote project activities and foster deeper community engagements.<br \/>\n\u2022 Facilitate developing a sustainable long-term media visibility plan.<br \/>\n\u2022 Liaise and build relationships with media institutions including journalists of traditional and new media outlets.<br \/>\n\u2022 Compile and update a media directory to send updates, media releases, statements, and any other information.<br \/>\n\u2022 Review and edit communication materials prepared by other staff to ensure high quality from a communications point of view<br \/>\n\u2022 Work closely with WMC Programme Teams to ensure the effective fulfillment of the overall mission of WMC.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Qualifications:<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2022 The Ideal candidate should possess a Bachelors\u2019 Degree or higher qualification in Social Sciences or, Media or any other relevant field from a recognized university with at least 2 years\u2019 experience in a similar capacity. A background in Journalism and\/or mainstream media or social media will be an added advantage.<br \/>\n\u2022 OR, Advanced Diploma and prior work experience with at least 5 years in Media and Communications with a proven record and accompanied by strong letters of recommendation.<br \/>\n\u2022 Knowledge and sensitivity to current socio-political trends in Sri Lanka and a strong commitment to social justice and feminist values.<br \/>\n\u2022 Excellent knowledge of MS Office and other relevant computer skills, social media platforms, internal and external communications.<br \/>\n\u2022 Familiarity with design software and ability in designing social media products.<br \/>\n\u2022 Strong analytical, report writing and communication skills.<br \/>\n\u2022 Leadership and organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and in a team.<br \/>\n\u2022 Excellent English language skills, both written and spoken. 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