Head of Communications

Job Description

Title: Head of Communications

Company Name: SAJIDA FOUNDATION

Vacancy: --

Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh

Minimum Salary: Negotiable

Published: 11 Feb 2024

Education:
∎ Relevant Bachelor’s degree required.

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ At least 10 years of writing and communications management experience, with a track record of producing concise and accessible communication products.
∎ Previous experience within a Communications Head / Manager position.
∎ Experience in marketing and developing creative communications plans.
∎ Experience of public relations and promotional activities.
∎ Deep understanding of the media and communications landscape with a track record of generating and copy-editing communications products used in policy-relevant research (i.e., advocacy products, policy briefs, infographics, etc.).
∎ Experience in managing and updating content across media platforms, including traditional and social media outlets.
∎ Proficiency in communications product design, including layout, graphics, and formal / legal requirements.
∎ Fluency in English and Bangla is required; proficiencies in other languages are an additional asset.
∎ Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Develop and implement a forward-looking departmental structure that aligns with the organisation's long-term goals.
∎ Create annual strategic plans outlining clear communication priorities, objectives, and activities.
∎ Collaborate closely with program teams to develop tailored messaging frameworks that effectively engage national and international stakeholders.
∎ Establish and maintain an annual content calendar to guide communication efforts and ensure consistency in messaging.
∎ Innovate and execute multi-channel activities and events to increase SAJIDA Foundation's visibility and enhance its brand identity
∎ Produce high-quality communications materials, including advocacy products, policy briefs, and infographics, adhering to international standards of writing, editing, and proofreading.
∎ Provide guidance on the design and production of communications products to ensure consistency and professionalism.
∎ Actively manage and refresh content across various media platforms in line with development communication trends.
∎ Position SAJIDA as a thought leader in its working areas through strategically planned multichannel events and initiatives.
∎ Develop and implement public relations strategies to elevate the organisation's reputation and increase positive media coverage.
∎ Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers to effectively promote SAJIDA Foundation's mission and initiatives.
∎ Mentor and support team members to ensure quality and consistency of their work, providing guidance and feedback as needed.
∎ Develop and manage the communications team's budget, ensuring responsible allocation of resources and compliance.
∎ Job Location: Head Office
∎ Reports to: Director (Impact Partners, Fund Raising, Partnerships and Communications)
∎ Strategic Communications
∎ Outreach
∎ Media Relations
∎ Team Management

Compensation & Other Benefits:

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh

Read Before Apply: Interested candidates should submit online application through below link by 24 February 2024. Application link: https://career.sajida.org SAJIDA Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, persons of the third gender and persons with special needs are encouraged to apply.

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Apply Procedure:

Company Information:
∎ SAJIDA FOUNDATION
∎ Sajida Foundation, Otobi Center (5th Floor), Plot- 12, Block- CWS(C), Gulshan South Avenue, Gulshan-1, Dhaka-1212
∎ NGO.


Address::
∎ Sajida Foundation, Otobi Center (5th Floor), Plot- 12, Block- CWS(C), Gulshan South Avenue, Gulshan-1, Dhaka-1212
∎ NGO.

Application Deadline: 24 Feb 2024

Category: NGO/Development