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• Lead the implementation of HIJRA communications
  strategy to promote and publicize the knowledge gathered by the program.
• Draft and produce regular editorial
  support to the development of articles, blogs, reports, technical briefs,
  newsletters, and other publications.
• The incumbent will also write communications
  pieces (success stories, articles, blog posts, etc.) and create project
  presentations.
• Lead in event design, organization, and
  facilitation.
• Research and identify opportunities for
  the project to employ new media formats and dissemination channels
  (podcasts, blogging, webcasts, etc.).
• Make sure of information on the website is
  accurate and up to date, and supports the work of the organization
• Use social media applications creatively,
  including managing the organization’s Facebook, Twitter and blog activity
• Produce publicity and promotional
  materials for events and engagement activities and other external
  publications
• Attend meetings and events when needed
• Work closely with HIJRA headquarter over
  communications and promotional activities
• Address enquiries, ensuring that an
  appropriate response is given within the expected timeframe
• Record the details of enquiries, including
  follow-up provided
• Keep up to date with developments in
  policy and social issues, locally and nationally
• Adhere to HIJRA Policies and Procedures at
  all time and carry out all duties with full regard to confidentiality
• Attend and contribute to staff meetings
  and others, as required.
• Perform any other reasonable duties that
  might be requested from time-to-time

• The
  ideal candidate for the HIJRA Communications Officer job opportunity must hold a Bachelor’s
  degree in Public Relations, International Development, Journalism,
  Communications, Marketing or a related field.
• Two years of relevant experience with one year of experience working directly in communications.
• Knowledge of principles, theories and
  methods of communications, public relations, and journalism.
• Articulate and professional in public
  speaking situations
• Demonstrated research, writing and editing
  experience for both print and web.
• Proficiency with website content
  management and the use of social media required.
• Familiarity with graphic design, printing
  and publishing processes required.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of
  evolving communications technologies and measurements of communications
  effectiveness;
• Experience with issue management and
  public advocacy;
• Initiative to solve problems with energy
  and a positive attitude;
• Ability to translate and convey
  sophisticated, sometimes sensitive, information to target audiences;
• Ability to translate complex, strategic
  content into engaging, easy-to-understand messages that create commitment
  to the organization and its goals;
• Previous experience with best
  communication practices with Social Media and new technologies;
• Experience with multi-media (audio, video,
  publications, computer based vehicles etc) and understanding of
  SharePoint, InfoPath, digital signage and other internal communications
  vehicles as plus;
• Excellent written and verbal communication
  in English
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft
  Windows software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
  applications
• Ability to think creative and develop new
  approaches
• Self-motivated with a flexible approach
• Broad knowledge and understanding of
  humanitarian and refugees issues
• Willingness to travel to field operations

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