Communications Officer

World Vision is an international Christian humanitarian aid agency working with the most marginalized and poor communities of the world
World Vision Jerusalem-West Bank-Gaza is seeking a:

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Communications Officer

The successful candidate will:
Provide communications and media relations support internally and externally
Participate in developing a communications strategy for WV JWG
Plan and produce feature stories, news articles, publicity materials, press releases, photographs, and videos
Assure that photo, story and information assignments are properly processes through the WV systems and databases
Assist in rapid response communication in times of crises

Qualifications/Requirements
Bachelor degree in Communications, Journalism, Linguistics, Public Relations, Development Science or a related field
Minimum 2 years’ related experience
Excellent written and verbal skills (English and Arabic). Hebrew is desirable
Experience in producing written materials for media purposes
Understanding of the geopolitical, economic and social issues in the region
Knowledge of various communications software including image manipulation and word processing
Committed to achieving quality results and service
Effective skills in communication of information and ideas
Self-motivated, a team player with good time management skills
Good interpersonal and cross-cultural communications skills
Knowledge of photography required and Photo shop is preferred
Journalistic background is an asset
Valid driver’s license for travel between Jerusalem and the West Bank
Position is based in Jerusalem
Integrity and strong identification with World Vision’s Core Values

Note:
This is a re-advertisement. Applications submitted previously need not be resent.
Please send resume and cover letter to HR Manager by 15 June 2013 Email: [email protected] (indicate the vacancy reference number WVJRS020 in the subject line)
We thank all applicants for their interest, but regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. All applications will be treated in confidence.

World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ staff whose background is not suitable for working with children.
 

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