Save the Children is the world’s leading independent organization for
children. We work in 120 countries. We save children’s lives; we fight
for their rights; we help them fulfill their potential. We work
together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the
world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in
their lives. We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised
1.6 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before,
through programs in health, nutrition, education, protection and child
rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.
By mid-2013 most of our international programs will be delivered through a merged operation with 14 000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We’re changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.
Save the Children has worked in Indonesia since 1976 to promote health and nutrition, education, child protection, livelihoods, and emergency preparedness and response. Save the Children has grown enormously in the country and today we operate in 13 provinces across Indonesia. Our program in Indonesia has made significant progress at the national policy level. To inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and in line with our theory of change, Save the Children aims to be a credible and powerful voice for children; because of this and in support of the marketing/fundraising elements of our strategy, we know that communication and media outreach is critical to Save the Children success. Currently Save the Children immediately need an experienced staff to be part of our Communications Campaigns and Advocacy team and will be based in Jakarta.
The position we are looking for:
Communications Coordinator (code: Comm Coord) – 1 post, based in Jakarta
The Communications Coordinator will work with the Communications and Advocacy Manager on the communication work of the Indonesia Country Office and will support programs to develop and deliver communication strategies and quality communication products. He/she will support enabling programs to generate and make effective use of communication and media – both in-country and globally– to help raise awareness of Save the Children’s work, shape attitudes, influence decision-makers and help to inspire people to get involved in our cause – helping children in need in Indonesia.
The Communication Coordinator will implement communication strategies that are ambitious and creative and coordinate the delivery of these strategies in a collaborative manner. The post holder will work alongside program teams to organize events, identify and generate story opportunities, s/he will react to major breaking stories, write newsworthy press materials (press releases, case studies, media briefings), s/he will also push out press messages on key social media networks, such as twitter and Facebook.
Job Responsibilities:
Communications Indonesia Country Office
By mid-2013 most of our international programs will be delivered through a merged operation with 14 000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We’re changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.
Save the Children has worked in Indonesia since 1976 to promote health and nutrition, education, child protection, livelihoods, and emergency preparedness and response. Save the Children has grown enormously in the country and today we operate in 13 provinces across Indonesia. Our program in Indonesia has made significant progress at the national policy level. To inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and in line with our theory of change, Save the Children aims to be a credible and powerful voice for children; because of this and in support of the marketing/fundraising elements of our strategy, we know that communication and media outreach is critical to Save the Children success. Currently Save the Children immediately need an experienced staff to be part of our Communications Campaigns and Advocacy team and will be based in Jakarta.
The position we are looking for:
Communications Coordinator (code: Comm Coord) – 1 post, based in Jakarta
The Communications Coordinator will work with the Communications and Advocacy Manager on the communication work of the Indonesia Country Office and will support programs to develop and deliver communication strategies and quality communication products. He/she will support enabling programs to generate and make effective use of communication and media – both in-country and globally– to help raise awareness of Save the Children’s work, shape attitudes, influence decision-makers and help to inspire people to get involved in our cause – helping children in need in Indonesia.
The Communication Coordinator will implement communication strategies that are ambitious and creative and coordinate the delivery of these strategies in a collaborative manner. The post holder will work alongside program teams to organize events, identify and generate story opportunities, s/he will react to major breaking stories, write newsworthy press materials (press releases, case studies, media briefings), s/he will also push out press messages on key social media networks, such as twitter and Facebook.
Job Responsibilities:
Communications Indonesia Country Office
- To manage all the communications and logistics elements of events organized by the Indonesia Country office, in regards with the global campaign work, donor visits, employee engagement activities, PR related events and others as required.
- To write and edit case studies, success stories and work with graphic designers and videographers to promote the successes and activities of the programs within the Indonesia country office through the quarterly newsletter, Xtranet pages, Save the Children microsites, brochures/marketing materials and other SCI newsletters.
EVERY ONE campaign
- To coordinate in the Indonesia country office the communication and campaign components of the EVERYONE global moments, including the development of country-specific content (media, communications, multimedia and social media) to support and maximize the impact of the global moments in the country.
- To develop and implement social media strategy within the campaign to maximize the campaign’s online presence.
- To represent the Indonesia Country Office in national networking/coalitions meetings.
Communication and media work in emergencies
- If requested, to be deployed as an information and communications officer.
- To support deliver quality communication and media work in emergencies, based on Save the Children guidelines on communication in emergencies.
- Timely dissemination of media products to key media contacts in an emergency.
Communication support to programs
- To support programs in developing their communications and media capacity, including standard communications deliverables, media products, spokespeople and social media.
- To coordinate and facilitate journalists’ visits to Save the Children programs.
- To lead in the production of communications and media products for significant events and dates, cutting across all sectors.
Networking and partnership
- To develop and maintain partnerships with media in the country.
- To support the communication side of engagement with corporates based in Jakarta.
- To represent the Indonesia Country office in national networking/coalitions meetings when required.
General Requirements:
Education: Bachelor Degree or equivalent in communications, public relations or related areas.
Skill and Experiences:
Education: Bachelor Degree or equivalent in communications, public relations or related areas.
Skill and Experiences:
- Minimum 3 years experience in communications and working with the media an
- Proven track of successful with events management.
- Ability to work fast, effectively and independently in often high pressure environments, working across a number of teams to deliver high communications output.
- Sound understanding and ability to use different communication tools.
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and make decisions on what to priorities when working under pressure on a number of projects.
- Good understanding and ability to use media to undertake campaigns and advocacy work.
- Sound understanding of the major economic, social development and poverty issues as well as child rights issues in Indonesia.
- Innovative and creative approach to problem solving with a self-starter personality.
- Commitment to Save the Children values.
- Experience of, and willingness to travel in the country, sometimes at short notice and for extended periods of time.
- Desirable skills: Photography, audio and film skills
- Experience in engaging the public in campaigns
- Experience in working in multicultural environment, Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
- Fluency in written and spoken Indonesian, strong English written and spoken skills.
- Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s aims, values and principles including rights-based approaches
SCI Values Practice for both position
- To carry out the duties in accordance with the SCI Equal Opportunities and Diversity policies and procedures.
- To carry out the duties in accordance with SCI Health and Safety policies and procedures.
Updated CV and application letter should be sent to Recruitment.Indonesia@savethechildren.org
Please fill the “subject” column of the e-mails in this format: code of the position <…> - your name <…>.
Closing date for application is 5 (five) working days after this advertisement or up to 29 July 2013
(Only short-listed candidates will be notified)
All recruitment practices and procedures reflect SC’s commitment to protecting children from abuse
