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The Opportunity – Communication Officer, Sarajevo Bosnia and Herzegovina, NATIONAL POST ONLY

As a member of the Programme Development and Quality (PDQ) Department, the Communication Officer will contribute to the development of the programme’s communication strategy, both in development and emergency context, will ensure its regular update, and is responsible for implementation of the communication, visibility and documentation activities. This includes strategic approach to communication and specific communication and documentation initiatives at program/project level. More specifically, it implies providing support to the smooth implementation of global campaigns at national level, identification of communication opportunities, actively engaging in campaigning initiatives, identifying and pursuing documentation opportunities and ensuring growing visibility of our organization in line with the new branding guidelines. The Communication Officer will liaise with programme staff to ensure communication strategy and particular plans are implemented and provide support in communications at different events/meetings if necessary, prepare media and documentation reports on relevant activities and actions taken. The Communication Officer will work in close coordination with the Advocacy and Campaigns Coordinator.

In order to be successful, you will bring/have: 

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• University degree in relevant field which can be replaced with at least 5 years of professional experience in journalism and other communication related work

• A general appreciation of the issues concerning the INGO sector with an in-depth knowledge in communication and documentation

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, in order to communicate effectively both within the organisation and with external audiences

• Experience of writing briefing materials, feature stories and other communication related products

• Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner

• Demonstrable ability to coordinate the work in a collaborative and participatory way with colleagues to achieve shared objectives for the programme 

• Sound thinking and organisational skills, including the ability to manage time effectively.

• The capacity to operate within an NGO environment (e.g. the potential to develop strategic alliances or other forms of collaboration, to operate within tight budget constraints). 

• Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mindsets

• Has a strong network within media to draw from

• Excellent command of English

• Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in

• Commitment to Save the Children values

We offer a competitive package in the context of the sector.  This role is offered on the basis of national terms and conditions only. 

The Organisation

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.  

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday 

• All children learn from a quality basic education and that,

• Violence against children is no longer tolerated 

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children.  We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued. 

Application Information:

Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations.  A copy of the full role profile can be found at https://nwb.savethechildren.net/careers

We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.

While we thank all the applicants for the expressed interest, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Save the Children does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.