Communications Officer

The Communications Officer will be responsible for implementing communication and visibility activities across INJAZ Lebanon’s programs, with a focus on entrepreneurship initiatives. The role combines content writing, reporting, coordination, and graphic design, requiring strong written communication skills, creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt content across multiple platforms. 

The Communications Officer will work closely with the Marketing & Communications Officer to ensure timely outputs, high-quality deliverables, and consistent messaging across projects.

Key Responsibilities

1) Communication & Content Development

• Draft and adapt written materials including reports, newsletters, press releases, and digital content.
• Gather and contribute to the production of success stories, testimonials, and field materials (photos, videos, interviews) to highlight impact.
• Manage internal and external communication with partners and stakeholders.
• Contribute to the annual report, presentations, and other communication outputs.

2) Visual & Digital Communication

• Create and edit digital materials such as visuals, short videos, and infographics.
• Perform basic graphic design and video editing (Canva, Adobe, CapCut).
• Manage website updates, newsletters, and social media scheduling.
• Support the design, layout, and writing of PowerPoint presentations and other visual communication materials.
• Ensure all content aligns with INJAZ Lebanon’s branding and visibility guidelines.

3) Coordination & Reporting

• Coordinate communication and visibility efforts with project teams and partners.
• Participate in project communication calls, partner meetings, and emails.
• Ensure all communication outputs comply with donor visibility guidelines and INJAZ Lebanon’s brand standards.
• Provide regular progress updates and share communication deliverables with the Marketing & Communications Officer.
• Report directly to the Marketing & Communications Officer for overall review, guidance, quality assurance, and time-sensitive tasks.
• Provide support with any task requested by the Executive Director and Marketing & Communications Officer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communication Arts, Media Studies, Graphic Design, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in communications, content creation, or digital storytelling, preferably within NGOs or donor-funded projects.
• Excellent written and spoken English and Arabic.
• Proven experience drafting reports, newsletters, and success stories.
• Good skills in graphic design, photo/video editing, and presentation design (PowerPoint or similar).
• Experience using digital and communication tools such as Mailchimp, Canva, CapCut, Squarespace, and social media scheduling platforms.
• Strong coordination, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and manage multiple deadlines.
• Creative, proactive, detail-oriented, and familiar with youth and entrepreneurship-focused communication.
• A car is a must.