Communication Officer

Position description

ALDA is looking for a Communication Officer. The incumbent will work under the supervision of ALDA’s Secretary General, the Head of the Western Balkans Unit and the Head of the Communication department.

The person will be in charge of:

• Writing, editing, and translating texts for several outputs (website, publications, newsletter, etc.) described in the programme;
• Managing web and social media content for the programme;
• Liase with different Project Managers, in order to keep updated the different platforms of the projects;
• Support the project managers in the implement the communication plan of the projects;
• Producing graphic and visual materials, such as flyers, posters, postcards, PPT, by using Canva or other platforms;
• Supporting media relations, including writing and disseminating press releases, statements, and increasing the media contact database;
• Supporting communications with the members of the organisation;
• Supporting project managers with communication-related issues;
• Production of publications, branded items, and other outputs, internally or by coordinating with suppliers;
• Representing ALDA during meetings and conferences, giving speeches when required, liaising with a wide set of stakeholders;
• Liaising and negotiating with suppliers, partners, project managers;
• Supporting all requested communication and day-to-day activities in the office;
• Supporting ad hoc needs, based on the work of a fast-paced, flexible organisation;
• Be proactive and share ideas on communication strategies targeting each audience: community engagement, local authorities, civil society organisations, private donors and projects;
• Promoting, developing and implementing campaigns, marketing actions and fundraising activities addressed to different targets and stakeholders.

Skills needed:

• Highly motivated, result-driven person;
• Flexibility, eagerness to learn quickly;
• Respect for hierarchy, positive and collaborative attitude;
• Ability to work under pressure respecting tight deadlines;
• Communication and negotiation skills, especially in multicultural, complex environments;
• Knowledge of project cycle management;
• Ability to work in team and autonomously, with a pleasant and respectful behavior;
• Creativity, innovation, initiative;
• Accuracy and attention to detail;
• Availability to travel – potentially frequent local, national and international missions.

Education, languages and tools:

• University degree in communications, journalism or similar;
• Previous experience in communication or project implementation of at least 2 years;
• Excellent knowledge of English, and at least one of the Western Balkans languages is required. French language is an asset;
• Interest in the activity of ALDA;
• Proficient use of Office Suite, internet, email, social networks;
• Excellent IT skills, especially with design, photo and video-editing software;
• Ability to work in a team as well as individually;
• Previous experience in CSOs organizations is highly advantageous.

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