Communication & Publicity Specialist ACTIVE extension - National Volunteer

Role Overview Summary

To facilitate strategic information delivery, shared learning and maximize communication opportunities that contribute to the project’s objectives and key deliverables.

The volunteer will among other things lead on planning, development and deployment of strategic communications and advocacy strategies and materials related to the project for both internal and external audiences; lead on the production of quality communication materials across a range of media and social media platforms in order to showcase the work and impact of project activities; research and write short stories that capture the impact of the project on different target groups and disseminate as appropriate; work with and coordinate both local and international media to relay work being done on the project and ensure that VSO Communication Policy and brand guidelines are being adhered to in all communication and project implementation.

Ideal Applicant Summary

Competencies and Behaviour

At VSO we believe progress is only possible by working together. Whether you want to join us as an employee, or as a volunteer working in your own country, overseas or online, our selection process includes an assessment based on these core competencies :

• Ability to be open minded and respectful
• Ability to be resilient and adaptive to new situations
• Ability to facilitate positive change and build sustainable working relationships
• Ability to seek and share knowledge

Equal Opportunities

VSO promotes equal opportunities and values a diverse workforce