Communication Officer

Communication Officer domainPlan International location_onBeirutVeröffentlichung:22.02.23Branche:Charity, Gemeinnützige InitiativenCommunication Officer domainPlan International location_onBeirutPress Tab to Move to Skip to Content LinkPlan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children?s rights and equality for girls.We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it?s girls who are most affected.Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.We support children?s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for ? and respond to ? crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over85 years, and are now active in more than 80 countries.ROLE PURPOSEThe communication officer will be responsible for the implementation of Plan International earthquake response communication strategy. He/she will provide strategic guidance in communication across the organization in accordance with Plan?s corporate policies and procedures by using timely and relevant methods to promote Plan International?s activities globally.DIMENSIONS OF THE ROLEUnder the direct supervision of the Emergency response manager and the guidance of the Advocacy and Influencing Manager the communication officer will be in charge of implementing communication activities in coordination with program colleagues.ACCOUNTABILITIESExternal Communications (?external? refers to audiences outside Plan as a global organization)Ensure effective communication in order to maintain a good image for the organization and build the organization influence, in line with Plan International?s Global Humanitarian Strategy.Support Emergency Manager in developing and implementing project-specific Communications Strategies, in line with each donors? guidelines and requirements.Facilitate relevant visits of international journalists, National Office Media & Comms and other interested parties and co-ordinate their activities with the partners.Internal Communications (?internal? refers to audiences within Plan as a global organization, including within Plan International Lebanon)Advise management on various, creative, diversified and effective channels to communicate to external audiences.Assist in drafting press releases, press advisory messages and press packets in English and Arabic for journalists as authorized by the Country Director and under the supervision of Influencing and Advocacy Manager.Develop content and audiovisual material for Plan?s Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and other social media platforms as relevant, to ensure regular influencing messages are being uploaded and Plan?s online audience are constantly engaged.Visibility and brandingEnsure the correct use of all the branding elements in all the external communications materials and public events, including logos and layouts.Assist in Producing targeted and quality communications and visibility materials such as best practices, success stories, case studies, brochures, posters, videos, photos, etc.Assist in Establishing, and maintaining strategic partnership with media and public relations partners in order to boost Plan?s image, profile and visibility in the Country.Other Responsibilities:Success Metrics:No violations of the corporate standards and policies.1. Ensures that Plan International?s global policies for Child Protection (CPP) and Gender Equality and Inclusion (GEI) are fully embedded in accordance with the principles and requirements of the policy including relevant Implementation Standards and Guidelines as applicable to their area of responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring staff and associates are aware of and understand their responsibilities under these policies and Plan International?s Code of Conduct (CoC), their relevance to their area of work, and that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with the appropriate procedures.1. Complies with corporate policies and standards:Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy, IT Policy, Anti ?Fraud and Corruption Policy, Confidentiality Policy, Code of Conduct, Whistle Blowing, HR Policies and Procedures.2. Ensures commitment to Plan?s position on promoting girls? rights and gender equality, and integrating this into all aspects of work.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND BEHAVIOURSDemonstrable knowledge and understanding of:The context, particularly on issues affecting the rights and well-being of children and young people, especiallygirls and the most vulnerableLocal laws relating to children?s rights and gender equalityKnowledge and experience in humanitarian principles communicationPlan International, the brand, what we do and what we don?tQualifications and ExperienceBA Degree in Communication, Mass Media, Journalism, Advertising, or related field.Minimum 3years of demonstrated experience working as a professional communicator in an NGO.Hands on experience in humanitarian communicationsProficiency in MS Office required with graphic design and photo/video experience preferred**Skills**:Strong organizational abilities; able to prioritise and manage short-term and continuing projects across diverse themes despite competing deadlines.Strong commitment to child safeguarding policies both inside and outside the workplace.Ability to produce quality photos and videos with limited resources.Strong character traits, including team work, striving for high performance, emotional stability, resilience, adaptability, and ability to handle stress, strong initiative and self-motivation, cultural and gender sensitivity, honesty and physical fitness to travel are essential.Excellent written and oral communication skills, with excellent command of spoken and written English and Arabic.PLAN INTERNATIONAL?S VALUES IN PRACTICEWe are open and accountable1. Promotes a culture of openness and transparency, including with sponsors and donors.2. Holds self and others accountable to achieve the highest standards of integrity.3. Consistent and fair in the treatment of people.4. Open about mistakes and keen to learn from them.5. Accountable for ensuring we are a safe organisation for all children, girls & young peopleWe strive for lasting impact1. Articulates a clear purpose for staff and sets high expectations.2. Creates a climate of continuous improvement, open to challenge and new ideas.3. Focuses resources to drive change and maximise long-term impact, responsive to changed priorities or crises.4. Evidence-based and evaluates effectiveness.We work well together1. Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate.2. Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals.3. Develops trusting and ?win-win? relationships with funders, partners and communities.4. Engages and works well with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all children.We are inclusive and empowering1. We empower our staff to give their best and develop their potential2. We respect all people, appreciate differences and challenge equality in our programs and our workplace3. We support children, girls and young people to increase their confidence and to change their own lives.LEVEL OF CONTACT WITH CHILDREN:High level:Frequent interaction with childrenTRAVEL? In-country travel is estimated at 30%.? Regular international travel may be required.**Location**:BeirutType of Role:Communication / Emergency ResponseReports to:Emergency Response ManagerGrade:C1Closing Date:26 February 2023Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls? rights and inclusion.Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International's Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will