Brac - Country Communications Manager

Position: Country Communications Manager

No of Vacancy: 04

Job Description/Responsibilities:

The communications department of BRAC and BRAC International aims to actively enhance, promote and protect the image of BRAC through strategic communications. It fosters innovation and synergy at BRAC by facilitating an effective exchange of ideas and information. Working closely with colleagues in global programmes and affiliates (BRAC USA and BRAC UK), BRAC Communications is committed to developing capacity within the organisation and innovating different modes of communications to promote better understanding of BRAC, raise its global profile, and build a common platform where BRAC's mission, vision and values can be shared across boundaries. To co-ordinate and facilitate this process, BRAC International seeks Communications Managers in the following countries: Uganda (also covering South Sudan), Tanzania, Sierra Leone/Liberia, Pakistan, Afghanistan Key Responsibilities: Support BRAC’s communications strategy with a focus on in-country communications Support international communications efforts by gathering and disseminating information and content on activities within the country to BRAC counterparts abroad Work with national and international media to tell the BRAC story and raise the organization’s profile Create and distribute compelling stories about BRAC clients and programs through newsletters, press releases, etc. Acquire relevant content from programs to update website and intranet; write blog and social media posts in cooperation with BRAC Communications Write and edit fact sheets, brochures and annual reports; ensure easy access to stocks of these materials Support and advise teams to collect and develop relevant case studies and visual stories; liaise with affiliates and partners to distribute Carry out field visits and accompany visitors if required Coordinate and publicize events and speaking opportunities to promote BRAC; prepare speaker briefings, act as master of ceremony if required Ensure BRAC’s key messages are used consistently in all communications Ensure brand compliance of collateral material

Educational Requirements:

Masters degree preferably in relevant discipline

Experience Requirements:

Demonstrated excellence in communication and in working with people from diverse cultures

Additional Job Requirements:

Ability to work in a flexible, changing environment and perform effectively under pressure At least three years relevant experience with exposure to development sector preferred and a good network among relevant stakeholders Willingness to undertake extensive field travel if necessary Knowledge of and proficiency with communications media and related technology Fluency in English, including speaking, writing, and editing skills An understanding of and commitment to our mission of empowering people and communities in situations of poverty, illiteracy, disease and social injustice Innovative ideas on how to use communications, media and storytelling

Age Range: N/A

Salary Range: Negotiable

Other Benefits:

As per HRPP of the respective BRAC International Countries

Job Location:

Country Headquarters- Uganda (Also covering South Sudan), Tanzania, Sierra Leone/Liberia, and Afghanistan.

Other Way to Apply:

External candidates needs to apply online through careers.brac.net or email your CV with a letter of interest mentioning your educational grades, years of experience, current and expected salary at recruitment.bi@brac.net. Internal candidates needs to apply with latest CV including all of your job assignments in details with BRAC PIN and email to internal.bi@brac.net

Last Apply Date: 15/Jul/2014