Communication Coordinator

The Communication Coordinator will be the focal point for rolling out the communication strategy that is closely linked to the advocacy strategy of the Lebanon Protection Consortium (LPC), and will work under the line management of the Advocacy Manager of the LPC. The Communication Coordinator will be responsible for the design and development of communication products in line with the advocacy and communication strategy. In doing so, the Communication Coordinator will work with the LPC secretariat, with the MEAL Manager, the Multisector Response Manager and the Technical Reference Groups to obtain and analyse relevant information that can feed communication outputs. 

POSTION GENERAL OBJECTIVE

Facilitate dissemination of key evidence and knowledge to support the advocacy objectives

Foster understanding and acceptance of the project among rights-holders, authorities, donor and diplomatic community and all LPC staff (in coordination with the Consortium Manager), for smooth rollout of the project.

Ensure humanitarian partners have a clear understanding of the LPC’s work and collaborate when response is needed.

POSITON SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES AND TASKS 

Objective 1: Evidence based advocacy 

Tasks:

Responsible for the design and the implementation of the communication strategy

Support the Advocacy Manager in her collaboration with the Technical Reference Groups to transform available data into communication products

Supporting the work of the technical reference groups by providing technical input and guidance when needed in support of communication deliverables

Objective 2: External communication

Tasks:           

Ensure alignment with donor requirements regarding visibility

Produce internal (e.g. newsletter) and external communications materials and project documents in English and Arabic (e.g. updates to donors, impact assessments, trend analysis, factsheets, features).

Finalize visual identity, visibility guidelines and rules for representation (to be approved by advocacy TRG and LPC Board and disseminated internally and to donor).

Training on agreed-upon visual identity and visibility guidelines and presentation to LPC members to make sure they are familiar with the communication strategy and are accountable to it.

Support organization and facilitation of workshops to present findings and results to key stakeholders (e.g. rights holders, authorities, local NGOs) 

Objective 3: Security  

Tasks

Respect the security rules specified in the mission and base security plan

Communicate to the security managers of the working location any security related information or non-compliance with the security plan

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Training:

University degree preferred in Communications and/or Journalism, with professional experience within the humanitarian sector.

Technical specific knowledge:

Ability to produce communication outputs such as infographics, case studies, feature articles, factsheets, human interest stories, including the full production process such as graphic design and editing.

Excellent knowledge of and ability to work with Adobe Illustrator and Adobe InDesign; Excellent ability to use Microsoft Office applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point); basic knowledge of photo- and video editing software (e.g. Adobe Photoshop, Adobe AfterEffects, FinalCut Pro, or similar).

Previous experience (years):

Minimum 5 years of experience working on projects at humanitarian aid organizations and/or international donors or private sector.

Humanitarian sector knowledge:

Acquainted with the Middle East context, knowledge of the Lebanese context is an advantage.

Languages:

English: Compulsory working language. Excellent writing skills are required for this position.

Arabic: Compulsory. Good translation skills

French: An asset.

IT systems:

photo/video edition programmes

Mobility (national/ international):

Based in Beirut with frequent travels to the bases

Commitment to Gender Equality:

Valuable prior experience in issues related to the promotion of gender equality or personal commitment to gender equality.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE

We offer immediate incorporation to a dynamic international network with the following remuneration package:

Based in: Beirut

Area: CMU

Formal work contract: 12 months

Salary: from 2440 USD to 2866 USD gross per month according to candidate’s previous experience (according to standard list of Action Against Hunger - Spain). Action Against Hunger - Spain remuneration system allows a salary progression based on the annual development appraisal.

· Action Against Hunger - Spain remuneration system allows a salary progression based on the annual development appraisal.

LBP 8,000 daily transportation allowance on working days

Social security registration and NSSF family allowance if eligible

Complementary health insurance for you and your dependents

Work accident insurance

Life insurance (after 3 months of contract)

School allowance for your children if eligible as per the official decrees (paid each year October)

1.5 days of paid holidays per month

Approx. 18 days per year of public holidays

Many training opportunities