Coordinator for Public Relations

The Goethe-Institut is the globally active cultural institute of the Federal Republic of Germany. We promote knowledge of the German language abroad and foster international cultural cooperation. For our team we are looking for a committed and competent:

Coordinator for Public Relations

To be filled as soon as possible, initially for a limited period of one year with the prospect of extension. The scope of employment is 100% = currently 42 hours per week.

The job profile includes:

• Conception, coordination and implementation of public relations for the Goethe-Institut Libanon.
• Editorial support and coordination of all public relations formats of the institute, mainly creation or compilation of content for the corresponding social media platforms and the website of the institute
• Structured expansion of our outreach and – based on the topic - ensuring the target group match and positive interactions across the channels
• Initiating digital projects and providing technical advice and support for digital and hybrid projects from all areas of the institute's work
• Supporting the institute's management in maintaining contacts and networking in Lebanon with journalists, bloggers and multipliers, networking with media and PR agencies relevant to the Goethe-Institut and related to the institute's areas of work (Culture, Educational Work, Civil Society).
• Networking with the online editors of the regional Goethe-Instituts for the realization of joint campaigns and synergetic use of the institute’s online services.
• Participation in the application process for third-party funding in the field of digital project work and information.

Requirements:

• Completed relevant studies such as communication sciences or equivalent knowledge and skills
• Relevant experience in the field of press and public relations, including the use of social media
• Profound editorial experience and high proofreading competence in Arabic and English/German
• Good writing style and confident handling of different types of texts
• Creativity and self-initiative and very good time management
• High level of social and communication skills
• Self-reliance, ability to work in a team and flexibility
• Good IT skills (MS Office)
• Good knowledge of the Lebanese cultural scenes is an advantage

We offer a remuneration according to Lebanese law and in accordance with the remuneration scheme of the Goethe-Institut Libanon, including an annual special payment, regular opportunities for professional development, and a committed intercultural and diverse team.