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.

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Main Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement communication strategies and advocacy campaigns together with the programme teams for print, broadcast media and social media.
• Be responsible for maintaining WMC’s media presence and, lead advocacy campaigns to raise awareness on feminist principles, women’s rights, and gender equality.
• Update and maintain WMC’s social media accounts and digital platforms to cultivate awareness on gender justice, promote project activities and foster deeper community engagements.
• Facilitate developing a sustainable long-term media visibility plan.
• Liaise and build relationships with media institutions including journalists of traditional and new media outlets.
• Compile and update a media directory to send updates, media releases, statements, and any other information.
• Review and edit communication materials prepared by other staff to ensure high quality from a communications point of view
• Work closely with WMC Programme Teams to ensure the effective fulfillment of the overall mission of WMC.

Qualifications:
• The Ideal candidate should possess a Bachelors’ Degree or higher qualification in Social Sciences or, Media or any other relevant field from a recognized university with at least 2 years’ experience in a similar capacity. A background in Journalism and/or mainstream media or social media will be an added advantage.
• 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.
• Knowledge and sensitivity to current socio-political trends in Sri Lanka and a strong commitment to social justice and feminist values.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office and other relevant computer skills, social media platforms, internal and external communications.
• Familiarity with design software and ability in designing social media products.
• Strong analytical, report writing and communication skills.
• Leadership and organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and in a team.
• Excellent English language skills, both written and spoken. Proficiency in Sinhala and/or Tamil is essential.

Please forward a detailed CV, cover letter, and contact details of two non-related referees by 23 June 2022 to wmcsrilanka.recruit@gmail.com