Thailand: Communications Officer

Period: one-year renewable contract

Starting date: October 1, 2016 (preferred)

Main Objective:

Philanthropy Connections Foundation (PCF) is seeking a Communications Officer (CO) to manage donor, sponsor and supporter communications on behalf of the organisation. This includes preparing project proposals to fund community-run projects, writing project reports, overseeing print and online media publications, and leading/coordinate marketing and fund raising campaigns as part of the communications plan of PCF.

Reporting to: Associate Director

http://philanthropyconnections.org/en

Communications Officer responsibilities:

1. Understand the mission, vision and operations of PCF and communicate this clearly to stakeholders across multiple platforms

2. Manage sponsor reporting including project proposals, interim updates and final reports

3. Manage the production of regular reporting including the annual report, newsletters, updates as well as any ad hoc report as required

4. Implement our communications strategic plan

5. Design fliers, brochure, profiles, infographics, advertisements, calendar, logos and any other graphics as needed

6. Review and refine existing communication channels and strategise and implement new channels and marketing campaigns to broaden our support network and effectiveness

7. Manage social media accounts including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and the website blog

8. Update website content on WordPress

9. Co-script writing for videos of our projects

10. Develop presentations and any related marketing materials and tools as needed

11. Develop and implement email campaigns and an email marketing strategy

Qualifications / Experience

· Fluency in English both spoken and written

· Solid skills in creative writing and business writing

· Minimum 3 years working experience in the communication field preferably with international/multinational organisations

· A bachelor degree in Communications, Journalism, International Studies or a related field

· Previous experience or ability to work with a multicultural team in an international environment

· Previous experience managing social media, website and marketing campaigns a plus

Skills

· Track record for meeting deadlines for multiple projects, and prioritising responsibilities as needed

· Good attention to detail and strong organisation skills

· A proven ability to think strategically, analyse critically, and to translate ideas and insights into action through coherent and viable programmes and plans

· Very experienced using Word and Excel

· Previous experience working with InDesign and Publisher preferred. Previous experience working with MailChimp, WordPress, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Slack and Asana a plus

Attributes

· Strong inter-personal skills and professional presence

· Team leadership skills, such as flexibility, diplomacy and listening skills

· Self-motived and able to work both independently and with a team, and to use one’s skill set to assist in projects across the board

Interested applicants should send an email to info@philanthropyconnections.org that includes:

• a cover letter
• curriculum vitae
• one writing sample relevant to the job position
• three references Applicants short-listed for the position will be contacted by September 2, 2016.