Philippines: Senior Communications Field Officer based in Davao City (for Philippine nationals only)

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is a neutral, impartial and independent humanitarian organization that works to protect and assist people affected by armed conflict and violence. The ICRC has been working in the Philippines for more than 50 years. It carries out a range of activities to meet the needs of displaced and other vulnerable people, promote respect for international humanitarian law, and respond to emergencies, often in cooperation with its local partner, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC).

The ICRC in Davao City is hiring for a

Senior Communications Field Officer

With leadership of the Head of Sub-delegation (HoSD), the Senior Communications Field Officer is responsible for designing communication strategies in ICRC's Davao sub-delegation office that aims to promote knowledge and acceptance of ICRC's activities including promotion of International Humanitarian Law (IHL).

Main tasks:

Overall duties:

• Serves as focal person for all communication activities of the ICRC in Mindanao
• Follows-up and monitors the proper operational, financial and administrative implementation of all communication programs in Mindanao
• Contributes to define and implement the communication strategy of the ICRC in Mindanao
• Supervises the communication field officers in Davao and Cotabato
• Implements the communication strategy of the ICRC and runs communication program/activities in support of the Zamboanga office and its AoR
• Generates specialized communication content (written and AV)
• Responsible for Com’s expenditures in Mindanao and the follow-up of all expenses under Communication cost center (MAN3200)

Public communication (PubCom)

• Contributes, implements and evaluates the public communication strategy for the ICRC in Mindanao
• Manages media relations at the regional and local level, including networking and mapping
• Represents the ICRC in public events and can act as the sub-delegation spokesperson
• Plans and implements events with journalists
• Generates specialized written content (news releases, updates, social media, etc.)
• Organizes media and AV missions in Mindanao
• Supports other departments and field offices with regard to their media relations needs
• Supports Com/MAN in preparing various public communication documents for use by sub-delegation and offices in Mindanao: key messages, press lines, Q&A, speaking notes, etc.
• Shares ICRC’s public communication materials with media for coverage, Movement partners and internally with all ICRC staff in Mindanao
• Identifies the needs of the sub-delegation and offices in terms of PubCom materials and public events and contributes to and generates ideas for development of communication tools

Operational Communications (OpCom) / Beneficiary Communication (BenCom)

• Contributes to the operational & beneficiary communications (OpCom/BenCom) strategy of the ICRC in Mindanao
• Contributes to defining OpCom plans for each field office (Cotabato, Zamboanga & Butuan)
• Be the focal point for all BenCom matters in Mindanao and provide support to the field in this area
• In coordination with HoSDs/HoOs, guides and supports the implementation of the OpCom plan of action
• Helps develop and consolidate networks with circles related to OpCom (authorities, armed carriers, beneficiary, religious groups, civil society, local media etc.)
• Contributes to the elaboration of communication material required for OpCom/BenCom
• Supports all concerned field staff in terms of BenCom activities, offers advice and support during emergencies and conducts field missions to support and coach staff

Analysis and reporting

• Contributes to the identification and definition of the Communications planning-for-results (budget planning) objectives and strategies for Mindanao
• Participates in drafting budget for communication programs in Mindanao
• Ensures proper reporting on communication activities that are carried out and provides regular reports of all activities
• Contributes to the general reporting needs of the Com department and the Davao sub-delegation on communication activities

Required knowledge & experience:

• Master's degree in communication, journalism, media relations or equivalent
• 6-year work experience in a similar field
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Excellent political and social environment analytical skills

Preferred knowledge & experience:

• Good command of Visayan, Chavacano or Tausug languages
• Strong organizational skills
• Willingness to travel

Competencies:

• Leadership: Inspires others to innovate and reach their full potential.
• Representing the ICRC: Demonstrates an understanding of ICRC's mandates and mission.
• Teamwork and collaboration: Is able to work and communicate effectively in a team.
• Accountability: Takes responsibility for their actions and contributions as a team member.
• Beneficiary and client focus: Identifies, understands and meets the needs of individuals and groups involved in the ICRC's activities in a professional, effective and timely manner.

What ICRC offers:

• Good compensation package
• Humanitarian and international workforce

Closing date of application: 29 February 2016

Contract duration: open-ended

Qualified applicants are requested to submit their comprehensive resume, cover letter and a copy of valid NBI clearance to man_hr_services@icrc.org with subject line: SURNAME First Name - Senior Communication Officer (cover letter, CV and NBI should be sent in one PDF file)

Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

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