Documentation and Communication Officer

Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in need around the world. Save the Children has been working in the Occupied Palestinian Territory (oPt) since 1973 and is recognized for its commitment to accountability, innovation and collaboration.  Save the Children currently implements programs in Child Protection, Education, Health, and Livelihoods throughout the West Bank and Gaza.

Save the Children is seeking qualified candidates to fulfill the position of Documentation and Communication Officer for its Gaza Office.

The post holder will develop high-quality communications materials based on information gathered from a wide range of sources, including primary data and personal interviews with children and families, to support our member services, reporting, documentation, communications, media, and advocacy requirements. 
S/he will also support a range of other functions, including communications and visibility planning, advocacy training, translation, design of communications tools and other capacity building support to partners, branding, and sub-grant management support.

She reports to the Member Services Manager.

Requirements
-University degree in Social Sciences: Journalism & Media, Business Administration, Literature.
-At least 4 years of similar experience in a recognized local or international NGO in Gaza.
-Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
-Ability to manage a complex and diverse workload within tight deadlines.
-Ability to conduct interviews with children and families and to record primary statements.
-Willingness and ability to dramatically change work practices and hours, and work with incoming surge teams, in the event of emergencies
-A full appreciation of the value of co-operation, both internationally and within a team environment.
-Written and verbal fluency in English and Arabic with strong reporting skills.


APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications should be submitted by Thursday 12th July 2012. The selection committee will review all applications as they are received. All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered. No phone calls please.

Application package should include the following:
-for the role you are applying for in subject header of the email
-Cover letter with the applicant’s current contact information
-Resume (including detailed work experience, education/degrees)
-Professional References (minimum of three, with complete contact information)
-All applications should be sent to [email protected]

Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. All applicants will also be subject to Save the Children’s usual Child Safeguarding Policy and reference checking process.