Communication Assistant

DanChurchAid is an independent and humanitarian Danish organisation with a vision of a world without hunger, poverty and oppression, in which popular and political powers constantly work strongly and actively for a just and sustainable distribution and use of the earth’s resources. We have been supporting development work in Nepal since the 1980s. We focus on Fight extreme inequality, Save lives, Build resilient communities and Climate change to improve the life of the most marginalized communities in some of the most remote and vulnerable regions of Nepal, through a rights-based approach.

DCA Nepal is looking for an experienced and motivated candidate for the position of Communication Assistant to support in visibility, branding and communications efforts for advocacy, influencing, fundraising, and networking by managing the content of communications work in Nepal and Denmark, and by ensuring DCA’s and Donor’s visibility compliance. S/he will support in planning, managing, and implementing DCA’s programmes of visits by volunteers, students, journalists, donors, campaigners, and others to Nepal. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Improve the branding and visibility of DCA and its work using communications tools including social media
• Develop and ensure quality of communication products including brochures, pamphlets, reports, videos, etc
• Build and maintain relations with journalists and media outlets in Nepal
• Coordinate visits to the project sites of DCA for volunteers, students, donors, campaigners, and the media
• Coordinate & produce stories for a variety of media (social media, print, TV, radio, internet, etc), to be used in fundraising events, meetings, correspondence, but also for advocacy issues 
• Provide communication related trainings to DCA staff and our partner organizations
• Network and attend relevant coordination meetings at national /DCA Headquarter level

What you bring:

• Relevant Bachelor’s Degree. However, Master’s Degree in Communication, Journalism or other relevant background would be an advantage
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in development communication work from media, private sector or (I) NGOs with similar role and responsibilities
• Knowledge of development and humanitarian issues and Civil society in Nepal
• Excellent writing, editing and reviewing skills with fluency in English and Nepali including verbal communications
• Basic technical skills in photography, videography, or other media skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Creative and independent as well as team player with the ability to adhere to deadlines and flexibility 
• Role model for diversity, inclusion and belonging, as well as for contributing to positive team spirit
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively to our project sites in Western Nepal, at least once every three months

To apply please log into the below link:

Communication Assistant - Intranet DCA (emply.com)

 Applications consisting of the below will only be considered:

Cover Letter (max 1 page)

CV (max 2 pages)

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Closing date for application will be Sunday, 6 November 2022

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, abilities or ethnic affiliation are encouraged to apply for the vacancy

DCA conducts an anti-terror check as part of the recruitment process. It is a prerequisite that you can pass this check and maintain this status throughout your employment with us. 

Everyone applying for a job with DCA must be ready to comply with our Staff Policy on Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment and our Child Safeguarding Policy.