Communications Officer

The AWCSW invites applications from qualified candidates for the posts of:

The communications officer works under direct supervision of the General Manager of PR and Programs (GM) and will be responsible for all fundraising and communications activities of the organization. The ideal candidate will be familiar with and committed to the goals of the organization and have a clear understanding of best fundraising and communication practices. Strong written and verbal skills in English are essential.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Fundraising:
-Grant-writing/project proposal writing, research and solicitation of funding from foundations, governments, and international governmental agencies (UN, EU)
-Manage the organization’s fundraising programming
-Organizational responsibility for major donor tracking, database management, and the planning of cultivation and solicitation strategies.

Communications:
-Work closely with the GM on all phases of public relations and presentation of the organization to third parties; develop project brochures, write compelling articles, press releases, and newsletters
-ensure up-to-date and dynamic information and content of the organization’s website and Facebook
-establish and maintain active communication with relevant NGOs on district and national level, coordinate and record NGO collaboration meetings and agreements
-establish and maintain active communication with various media outlets
-organize events and carry out other relevant tasks as assigned

Requirements:
-A university degree in Communications or other relevant fields
-Minimum of five years working experience in fundraising for an NGO
-Excellent command of written and spoken English
-Computer literacy (Word, Excel) is a must
-Demonstrated ability to prepare reports, write clearly and communicate effectively
-Affinity with women’s issues
-Familiarity with the work of the AWCSW is desired


Interested, qualified candidates are kindly requested to submit their CV in English with a one-page cover letter before 1 March, by e-mail or hand delivery to [email protected] 
AWCSW/General Management of PR and Programs, Green Tower Building, Ramallah.
No Phone Calls Please