Country: Philippines
Closing date: 08 Jul 2018
Join the Communication team of an international humanitarian organization. The ICRC Manila delegation is looking for a:
Head of Communication
Based in Makati
Working under the direct supervision of the Deputy Head of Delegation for Prevention and Communication and with the technical support of the Communications and Public Relations Advisor for Asia, the Head of Communication coordinates the delegation's efforts regarding the ICRC's reputation management and its acceptance in the Philippines, as well as the efforts to promote awareness of IHL and ensure its respect. S/he ensures that the delegation's positioning is clearly defined and communicated to all target audiences and acts as the spokesperson for the delegation, if necessary.
S/he coordinates ICRC's communication activities in the Philippines with those of the Philippine Red Cross and other members of the International Red Cross Red Crescent Movement. S/he is the immediate supervisor of staff in Communication department in Manila, and has functional oversight of all staff involved in communication activities in the field. S/he liaises with heads of other departments, to provide due support for aspects of their activities that relate to communication, as well as to ensure coherence and synergies in terms of objectives, publics, messages and tools.
MAIN TASKS:
Analysis, planning and management of communication programs
- Defines strategies and general and specific communication objectives, elaborates plans of action for specific programs and target groups;
- Leads in evaluating the impact of current communication programs and platforms, and re-adjust accordingly, identifies new opportunities and challenges;
- Supervise and participates in the executions of projects and programs for target groups according to the set plans and to evolving operational priorities.
- Defines, manages and supervise the financial budget of the communication department.
Operational communication
- Oversees the implementations of the operational communication strategy of the ICRC in the Philippines;
- Oversees productions of the delegation's operational communication tools, framework and related guidelines;
- Cultivates the 'communication reflex' among operational staff transversally and ensures adequate training for the field and support staff to communicate adequately ICRC's identity and approach.
Public communication / media relations / environment scanning
- Oversees the implementation of the public communication strategy of the ICRC in the Philippines;
- Advises the management in matters relating to the media, and oversees media relations;
- Supports maintenance and expansion of the network of contacts with national and international media outlets to ensure its strategic anchoring through increased reporting on the ICRC;
- Oversees regular monitoring system of the ICRC’s working environment through various sources, and identifies current and potential trends that may need more in-depth research and analysis.
REQUIRED PROFILE:
A successful candidate will have:
- Strong understanding of humanitarian issues and trends affecting humanitarian issues;
- A background in humanitarian organization is a plus
- Experience in advising high-level executives on public communication;
- A minimum of five years of confirmed experience in strategic communications and in public and/or international affairs;
- Master's degree or equivalent in social sciences, journalism or equivalent through experience;
- Solid experience on media relations, digital and social media
- Proven ability to write thoughtful and impactful communication material;
- Excellent writing, editing and analytical skills, including in social media;
- Capacity to work independently under pressure with tight deadlines;
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and capacity to work effectively in a team and together with a range of departments
- Fluency in English and Filipino
ICRC offers
Opportunities for advanced learning and development
Competitive compensation package
Meaningful career within an international humanitarian set-up
Closing date of application: 8 July 2018
Contract starts: Immediate
Contract duration: Open-ended
How to apply:
****Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until position is successfully filled. Recruitment may close before deadline of applications**.*
Qualified applicants are requested to send their comprehensive resume, cover letter and a copy of valid NBI clearance to man_hr_services@icrc.org, with subject line: SURNAME First name – Head of Communication.
Only short-listed candidates will be notified.
Office Address: 5/F Erechem Bldg., Rufino cor. Salcedo Sts. Legaspi Village, Makati City
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. A valid NBI clearance must be submitted once shortlisted.
To learn more about the ICRC in the Philippines, please visit our website www.icrc.org/ph and follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/ICRCph.