Communication Officer

Responsibilities and tasks Coordinate the production of LMTA communications materials within the context of established guidelines. These include but are not limited to newsletters, fact sheets, sponsorship briefs, presentations, etc. Assist in the development of projects specific outreach materials and reports. Write stories about the LMTA projects and activities. Coordinate LMTA’s social media activities including the administration of the LMT Facebook page, Instagram, Twitter. Maintain the LMT website. Coordinate the production of videos as needed. Coordinate the production of the annual LMT Society magazine. Develop and maintain lists of travel writers, media, and Lebanon and foreign based contacts and coordinate media relations. Liaise with Lebanese and International Nature Tour Operators organizing trips and events on the LMT. Take and/or provides photographs and maintain photo library. Participate in the planning and the organization of LMTA events namely the annual Thru-Walk and Fall Trek and the annual dinner. Support in the organization of LMTA’s participation in selected fairs and exhibitions. Complete other communication tasks as requested. Supervision  The Communication Officer will report to the LMTA Board, represented by its President or his designee.  He/she will work in full coordination with other LMTA staff. Profile Required A minimum of 3 years relevant experience Higher education degree in a related field (i.e. communications, media, journalism, etc.) Language proficiency in spoken and written Arabic and English required, French is a plus Proven ability to write stories, press releases in English and Arabic  Experience in social media Proven ability and or interest in photography  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a team player Ethical, and has interest in community development and conservation  Willing to conduct field trips to remote and rural areas on regular basis Ability to work under pressure  Desired  Experience with NGOs  Ability or experience with Photoshop, In-design, Illustrator  Knowledge of exposure to video production