Communications Manager

The British Consulate General in Jerusalem is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual for the position of Communications Manager.

Objective:

Lead local communications work at the Consulate General. Aim to improve understanding among Palestinians of UK policy on the Middle East Peace Process and our efforts to support the establishment of a sovereign, democratic and prosperous Palestinian state. Inform UK policy-making and Consulate activities through monitoring of Palestinian media and views, reactions and perspectives.


Duties and responsibilities:

-Write and implement a local communication strategy in co-ordination with communication partners (British Council, Department for International Development, and colleagues in London), in support of the country business plan and Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) policy goals. Lead on evaluation of this strategy.
-Identify communications opportunities in all British Consulate teams in collaboration with other UK departments. Deploy appropriate media tools effectively, including press releases, press conferences and briefings, broadcast and radio interviews, and op-eds.
-Set up media plans and arrange press engagement with local media for visiting UK senior officials, ministers and consulate staff, including during visits to Areas A, B and C of the West Bank.
-Closely monitor Palestinian traditional and social media to inform consulate activities, particularly political and strategic communications work. Deliver focused reports on Palestinian reactions in the press and media trends following high-profile events or visits.
-Act as the main contact point with Palestinian media, deploying accurate information and messages, proactively and reactively. Use contact-building skills to ensure that journalists, opinion-editorial writers, and editors give frequent and accurate coverage of UK positions and activities.
-Oversee the Consulates efficient and innovative use of social media to deploy FCO policy messages. Ensure the Consulate website is up to date.
-Manage the Communications Assistant. A successful applicant will use effective management skills to motivate, plan for development, and encourage high-quality work.


Competencies:

Leading and Communicating - Effectiveness in this area is about leading from the front and communicating with clarity, conviction and enthusiasm. Its about supporting principles of fairness of opportunity for all and a dedication to a diverse range of citizens.

Delivering at Pace - Effectiveness in this area means focusing on delivering timely performance with energy and taking responsibility and accountability for quality outcomes.

Collaborating & Partnering - People skilled in this area create and maintain positive, professional and trusting working relationships with a wide range of people within and outside the Civil Service to help get business done.

Making Effective Decisions - Effectiveness in this area is about being objective; using sound judgment, evidence and knowledge to provide accurate, expert and professional advice.


Essential qualifications and experience:

Good Communication skills in English and Arabic oral and written.
Excellent organisational skills.
Excellent knowledge and understanding of Palestinian media and political landscape
Experience in effective strategic communications planning and working with media
The ability to communicate clearly, confidently and persuasively when speaking and writing.
Ability to build and develop a network of contacts across the Palestinian media sector.
Good knowledge of social media trends and basic web publishing skills
Excellent IT skills especially in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

Eligibility:

The successful candidate should hold or must be able to secure a local work permit.
Candidate must be able to travel around the West Bank.

To Apply:

Interested candidates must attach the following documents when applying online.

A covering letter.
An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
 

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** (Your application must include examples of when you have demonstrated the competencies outlined above in the cover letter or motivation section in the application form. Applications that do not include this information will be rejected).

The closing date for applications is 14 May 2017.

Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered.

Due to the large amount of applications we receive only those shortlisted for assessment will be contacted.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo security vetting procedures. Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable clearances.

The British Consulate General is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference. Staffs recruited locally by the British Consulate General are subject to Terms and Conditions of service according to local employment law.