Vaga Servisu - Communication Officer - Cruz Vermelha de Timor-Leste – CVTL

 

Cruz Vermelha de Timor-Leste – CVTL is seeking qualified candidate for the position of Communication Officer, to be based in Dili, Timor-Leste

 

POSITION: Communication Officer
DIVISION: Communications & Dissemination
DEPARTMENT: External Relations
REPORTS TO: Communication Manager
PERIOD OF CONTRACT: 1 year
GRADE: 4
SALARY: $ 260 per month
DUTY STATION: CVTL NHQ (Dili)

 

INTRODUCTION

Cruz Vermelha de Timor-Leste (CVTL) was established in 2000. Based on Law on the Red Cross in Timor-Leste, the purpose of this National Society is to provide humanitarian assistance to most vulnerable people in Timor. Its work is guided by Red Cross Seven Fundamental Principles and values: humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, universality, unity and volunteer work. CVTL has a country-wide network of 13 branches in each municipality and a National Headquarters in Dili with over 180 staff members and over 2000 volunteers.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Support CVTL Communications and External Relations Department through the development and implementation of CVTL’s communication priorities according to CVTL’s Strategic Plan. The individual will also maintain CVTL social media presence, and CVTL’s relationships with relevant media. He/she will report directly to the Communications Manager.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Communication Officer will be responsible for providing photos, audio, sound recording, and videos, stories and posts for social media.

The Communication Officer will be required to develop and maintain good network of contacts within Timor-Leste mass media and press services, and support Communication Manager to carry out his/her work according to the fundamental principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and in line with CVTL’s Strategic Plan.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Compile and tracking daily information or daily newspapers/web news for articles related to CVTL’s work.
• Prepare media invitations to coverage CVTL activities or events.
• Interview and writes stories about CVTL’s work.
• Work with the Communications Manager, Communications team and other departments to ensure high quality production of CVTL materials.
• Organize the communication documents needed for financial reporting.
• Proactively identify and pursue stories related to the project for all online platforms
• Manage and archive all communication data base, photographs and videos, materials, documents and inventory list.
• Provide general administrative support to communications activities as needed
• Support Communications Manager and Communications Team to organize trainings and other activities according to Communication Plan.
• Take good quality photographs and videos of CVTL’s activities and events to use in publications and online.
• Keeps a file of all publications/material produced by CVTL for future reference. Responsible for informing and circulating new material to CVTL staff as appropriate
• Ensures all CVTL publications and material follow the CVTL Style Guide.
• Supervises and follows up on the production of printed or audio-visual material with printing houses and other suppliers
• Work with the other departments or specific supporting fundraising team
• Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in communication or other related experience background.
• Experience:
• At least three years’ experience in similar role.
• In depth knowledge of Communication, Journalism or similar.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Artistic with a keen eye for aesthetics and visually appealing content.
• Knowledge and understanding of international humanitarian law or willingness to learn
• Fluent in Tetun and good working knowledge of English and Bahasa Indonesian would be an asset
• Effective communications skills to plan and accomplish goals
• Good writing and editing skills & Creative to develop own ideas and ideas of others
• A good team worker and motivator of others Ability to work on own initiative and work to deadlines

DESIRED

• Knowledge of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and the seven Fundamental Principles
• Knowledge of CVTL objectives and activities
• Commitment to the concept of volunteering
• Ability to make video’s including with sub-titles
• In depth knowledge of software design programs such as, Adobe Premier Pro, (or similar) Microsoft Office, Canva, Corel draw, Photoshop or other relevant design program.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested persons can send their application, including a CV and Cover Letter (in English or Tetun) with two current references (please DO NOT attached any other documents) to vagacvtl@redcross.tl With the email subject “COMMUNICATION OFFICER” or submit directly to CVTL NHQ Office Bairo Formosa Dili. Before 5pm 28 February 2023.

 

Noted: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further process. Selected candidate shall submit his/her criminal clearance from Ministry of Justice, relevant Education Diplomas, etc. The person who accepts this position will need to sign the CVTL Code of Conduct as will be required to have a brief induction about Red Cross regulations in particular the use of the Red Cross Emblem.

For more information please to HR department on +670 7727 7616 or to Communication Manager on +670 7700 8879