Communications Officer, ILaM Project
Details / requirements:
WWF Nepal, the global conservation organization leading international efforts for a living planet, seeks applications from qualified Nepali candidates for the following full-time position. If you think you are an achiever and willing to work within a diverse team in a multicultural environment with commitment and passion for what you believe in, you are highly encouraged to apply.
The WWF-GEF project, Integrated Landscape Management to Secure Nepal’s Protected Areas and Critical Corridors Project is executed by the Ministry of Forests and Environment (MOFE), Government of Nepal. The project’s geographic scope is the Terai Arc Landscape (TAL), Nepal. The project seeks to achieve the following objective: to promote integrated landscape management to conserve globally significant forests and wildlife.
Ultimately, the project will result in the reduction of the threats impacting the corridors and protected areas in the TAL, benefitting the ecological integrity of these largely forested areas, the globally significant wildlife populations that they support, and the resilience of forest dwelling communities. The improved conservation and sustainable management of forest resources will result in habitat connectivity, increased carbon storage and sequestration and restoration of degraded habitats, and continued delivery of ecosystem services that support local populations.
Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager, the Communications Officer will support in documentation and development of communication materials. S/he will contribute to developing content for public outreach activities (radio program, Jaibik platform, etc.). S/he will work in close coordination with the Project manager, technical staff, and field staff to identify success stories and will capture lessons learnt. S/he will provide technical backstopping in report publication as well as donor reporting.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Oversees and is responsible for the implementation of the Communications Strategy for GEF
2. Engage media to promote GEF Project
3. Coordinate the production of GEF’s outreach materials, publications and events
4. Overall responsibility of documentation and production of success stories and lessons
5. Support the grantees to communicate about the program and its findings
6. Build and cement relationship with WWF GEF Agency
7. Provide communication coaching and training
8. Other duties
Supervisory Responsibility:
Supervises and supports consultants, companies and grantees including editors, designers, photographers, video makers, etc. Oversee production process of communications products directly and manage contracts for producing products.
Working Relationships:
- Internal: Interacts frequently with WWF Communications team and WWF network communication staff along with the GEF team.
- External: Interacts with conservation government officials, other conservation organizations, Grantees, Service contractors, Consultants.
Qualification:
Knowledge: A bachelor's degree, preferably in mass communications or a related field. IT knowledge especially the use of Photoshop and other designing/ web designing tools required.
Experience: Candidate must have at least three years of experience in journalism/publications/communication works. Working experience in environment and biodiversity conservation sector is desirable.
Skills and Abilities: The ideal candidate for this position will have a high level of attention to detail as well as a high level of enthusiasm for his/her work along with strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills. Strong interpersonal and team-player skills are essential. Strong Nepali and English language skills are required. The candidate should have strong IT skills including Microsoft Office programs and design software. S/he should be effectively able to prioritize work, focusing on priorities without forgetting other tasks, and using initiative and good judgement. Ability to work to deadlines is essential. Good facilitation and coaching skills are an advantage. Must be able to travel extensively to the field, in sometimes rugged conditions (up to 25% travel).
For more information and to apply for the position, please visit: https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/WorldWildlifeFundInc1/nepal
Interested applicants are requested to apply for the position by 17:00 hours on October 2, 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed.
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