Senior Communications Officer

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The International Rescue Committee responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is at work in over 40 countries and 26 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities.

JOB SUMMARY

Requirements:  A bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, English, public relations or another related field from an accredited university. Experience in, or familiarity with development and/or humanitarian programming and operating in an emergency context. Willingness and ability to travel to visit field-sites and document findings.Knowledge of/experience with graphic design and social media photography, and videography.Fluent written and spoken English required. Knowledge of French or Arabic an added advantage.Experience:  A minimum of 6-8 years of professional experience in a similar role.Experience in a communications role and demonstrate experience of developing public/ audience facing documents/ content.Experience of using social media for communications and advocacyExcellent IT skills, including Advanced Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. Including experience with communication related AI packages.Experience working with quantitative and digital metrics data (desirable)Experience of using digital analytics tools and good analytical skillsExcellent organizational skillsProven ability to manage a heavy and fluctuating workload Proven ability to manage conflicting demands of a large cross-organizational team Proven ability to prioritize own workload Proven experience in organization of events/workshopsResults orientated Knowledge or experience working in donor funded programmes

REQUIRED SKILLS

Corporate communications, Communication, Press relations, Public Relations

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree