Position Title: Media and Communication Officer
Project: Inclusive Voices
Organization: Special Talent Exchange Program (STEP)
Location: Islamabad, Pakistan
Contract Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term
Reporting to: Project Director
Purpose of the Role:
The Media and Communication Officer will play a key role in designing and executing communication strategies for the INGO funded disability rights project. This role is ideal for a social sciences graduate with experience in community engagement, direct communication, and training activities. The Media and Communication Officer will work closely with the project team to enhance public awareness, engage with stakeholders, and support advocacy efforts through effective messaging and outreach.
Key Responsibilities:
- Community Engagement & Outreach:
○ Develop and implement communication strategies to engage diverse community groups, focusing on promoting disability rights and inclusive governance.
○ Facilitate direct communication with project beneficiaries, including persons with disabilities, community leaders, and local organizations.
○ Support training sessions, workshops, and community meetings by preparing communication materials and providing on-site facilitation. - Content Development & Social Media Management:
○ Create engaging and culturally sensitive content for social media, newsletters, informational brochures, and project reports.
○ Manage the project’s social media presence, ensuring regular updates and interactive posts that reflect the project’s goals and activities.
○ Capture success stories and beneficiary testimonials to highlight the impact of the project. - Stakeholder Communication:
○ Act as a liaison between the project team and community stakeholders, ensuring clear and effective communication.
○ Coordinate with local partners, Organisations of Persons with Disabilities, and advocacy groups to amplify project messages.
○ Prepare and distribute outreach materials, such as flyers, posters, and press releases, tailored to different audience segments. - Support for Events & Trainings:
○ Assist in organizing and promoting project events, including community meetings, training workshops, and advocacy campaigns.
○ Provide communication support during events, ensuring participant engagement and information dissemination.
○ Collect feedback from participants and stakeholders to improve future communication and training efforts. - Monitoring & Reporting:
○ Track communication activities, gathering data on social media engagement, outreach effectiveness, and participant feedback.
○ Prepare monthly reports summarizing communication achievements, challenges, and recommendations for improvement.
○ Analyze communication trends and suggest adaptations to enhance outreach efforts.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
- 2 years of experience in direct community engagement, training facilitation, or communications, preferably within the non-profit sector.
- Strong interpersonal skills with experience in conducting community outreach and engaging with diverse groups.
- Proven ability to develop clear, engaging, and audience-specific content for both online and offline platforms.
- Proficiency in social media management and basic design tools (e.g., Canva).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Urdu; knowledge of local languages is an asset.
Key Competencies:
- Strong interpersonal and community engagement skills
- Proficient in social media and digital communication
- Effective public speaking and training facilitation abilities
- Creative content development and storytelling
- Adaptability and cultural sensitivity
- Strong creative and content development skills
- Proficient in social media management
- Effective media outreach and relationship-building abilities
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Analytical thinking for monitoring communication metrics
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of persons with disabilities, we encourage you to apply. Please send your resume along with your educational documents to info@step.org.pk by 26 November 2024. Ensure to include the position you are applying for in the email subject line.
