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DEMAC Communication Specialist

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October 18, 2024

DepartmentUkraine

WorkplaceKyiv

Contract TypeNational contract

Posted18 Oct 2024

Expires04 Nov 2024

Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a leading protection agency with a mandate to protect, advocate and promote durable solutions for displacement affected populations.
DRC has been operating in Ukraine since 2014, currently DRC employs over 800 staff in Ukraine and will continue significant scale-up in 2024 to implement emergency response in the Protection, Livelihoods, Shelter/NFIs and Humanitarian Disarmament and Peacebuilding (humanitarian mine action) sectors, using direct interventions, support to duty bearers and civil society organizations (CSOs), and partnerships with CSOs. DRC will continue and adapt its durable solutions portfolio to the evolving context.
DRC is currently looking for a highly qualified Communication Specialist to join our team in Kyiv.
About the job
DEMAC - Diaspora Emergency Action & Coordination is a global initiative that works for a deeper understanding of diasporas as humanitarian actors and strives for better coordination between diaspora organizations, local networks and the institutional humanitarian system. DEMAC is hosted by The Danish Refugee Council and funded by USAID. The Communication Specialist will mainly provide support on internal and external communication for the DEMAC.
Your main duties and responsibilities will be:
Support for DEMAC's Communication Plan, Strategy, and Tools:

Assist in implementing and enhancing DEMAC's communication strategy and plan to ensure continuous engagement with diaspora organizations and humanitarian agencies on DEMAC's digital platforms.
Develop and draft relevant communication tools for diaspora organizations, including newsletters, factsheets, pamphlets, situation reports, etc.
Plan, develop, and distribute newsletters focusing on diaspora humanitarianism to diaspora organizations, humanitarian agencies, donors, and other stakeholders.
Assist in finalizing, formatting, and proofreading DEMAC research outputs in line with DEMAC's brand guidelines, collaborating with graphic designers, photographers, and print suppliers.

Management of DEMAC Communication Platforms:

Take responsibility for all DEMAC's social media channels, ensuring the DEMAC Facebook, Linked In, X, and You Tube channel are kept up to date.
Monitor information shared by diaspora organizations and, in consultation with these organizations, channel the most relevant content to the DEMAC website and social media pages.
Engage with diasporas to gather relevant success stories or resources for DEMAC's digital platforms.
Generate content for the DEMAC website, including human-interest stories, events, articles, etc.
Create and disseminate One-Pagers, infographics, and social videos for DEMAC digital channels.
Write press releases and liaise with media stakeholders.
Monitor DEMAC's external visibility, including monthly and end-of-year website and social media statistics.
Develop and oversee the production of DEMAC visibility materials, such as roll-ups, flyers, etc.

Support for DEMAC Coordination Team on Event Communication and Project Implementation:

Prepare and implement extensive communication campaigns around DEMAC events, both offline and online.
Collaborate closely with DEMAC Project Coordinators to identify and develop new communication tools, such as podcasts, videos with key research findings, human-interest stories, etc.
Keep track of diaspora events, signaling speaking opportunities for DEMAC Project Coordinators.
Provide support for proposal writing and donor reporting.

About you
To be successful in this role we expect you to have at least 3 years of experience in external communication, content creation, and outreach.
Moreover, we also expect the following:

Relevant educational background in communications, public relations, digital communications, or social sciences, etc.
Experience in relevant editing and design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, etc.
Experience in communications within a humanitarian or development setting is advantageous.
Ability to work under pressure and with short timelines.
Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
Creative with an eye for culturally sensitive visuals.
Excellent English writing skills.

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:

Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

We offer

Contract length: 6 months contract with possible extension
Band: G - non-management
Designation of Duty Station: Kyiv
Start date: As soon as possible

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national employees.
Application process
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.
Closing date for applications: 04 November 2024
Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Recruitment will be conducted on a rolling basis, and a final candidate may be selected before the advertisement closes.

DRC as an employer

Founded in 1956, DRC Danish Refugee Council is Denmark’s largest, and a leading international NGO. We have continuously been ranked as one of the best NGOs in the world - and are one of the few with a specific expertise in forced displacement. In over 40 countries, we protect, advocate and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement-affected people and communities.

By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of around 8000 employees. We pride ourselves on our:

Professionalism, impact & expertise
Humanitarian approach & the work we do
Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution
Culture, values & strong leadership
Fair compensation & continuous development

DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.

Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer and we consider all applicants based on individual merit and qualifications, regardless of personal characteristics or attributes. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce, aiming for a 50% balance of men and women in management roles and ensuring that at least 50% of management roles are filled by national staff. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is crucial for achieving our organizational goals and making a positive impact on the communities we serve.

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