Communications Officer

We are Searchers.  We are over 600 strong worldwide. We believe in our mission to end violent conflict.   It’s our purpose- our call to action.  A Searcher understands our vision of a world where: Differences stimulate social progress, rather than precipitate violence Respect for and cooperation with those we disagree with is considered the norm A Searcher is a dedicated, enthusiastic and passionate individual, committed to our values.Shared Humanity. Empathy. Impartiality.  Inclusivity. Courage.  Hope. Humility. Audacity. With headquarters in Washington, DC and Brussels, Belgium, we implement projects from 55 offices in 34 countries, including in Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the United States. You will be joining other highly motivated Searchers with a good team spirit and through commitment and dedication, have opportunities to grow. We are searching for… The Communication Officer will be responsible for developing and managing SFCG Lebanon’s Communication Strategy, building relations with local and international media and documenting the impact of the work of SFCG in Lebanon. Your contribution The roles and responsibilities include: Develop a customized communication strategy for each SFCG Lebanon project and support Project Coordinators in implementing these strategies Draft blog posts, articles and press releases for projects and events Prepare presentations and speeches for public events and manage stakeholders database and invitations. Develop and maintain relations with national and international media and coordinate with SFCG HQ in order to ensure maximum coverage of SFCG events and projects in Lebanon; Produce a monthly newsletter for internal and external communications, highlighting key activities, achievements and major upcoming events; Document the impact of SFCG’s work in Lebanon through testimonials and success stories from involved stakeholders in order to support awareness raising, fundraising, and advocacy objectives; Increase SFCG Lebanon’s online presence by growing its audience and increasing engagement through social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, etc.). Conduct interviews with project participants and stakeholders Liaise with film makers and editors in the production of promotional clips and documentaries Priorities The initial priorities of this position is to develop and manage the SFCG Lebanon traditional and online Communication Strategy. This includes working with the Design, Monitoring & Evaluation and Learning Manager to develop both internal and external messages that support senior leadership, reinforce the attainment of the organization’s objectives, and are aligned with the organization’s global communication strategy; ensuring the clarity and consistency of communication materials, as well as collecting feedback on communications in order to determine best practices and areas for improvement; You are... You meet the following qualifications: Understanding of and experience in harnessing traditional and social media for awareness-raising and advocacy; Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Arabic; Excellent interpersonal and networking skills;  Ability to take initiatives and pro-actively contribute to advance SFCG mission. Ability to work within deadlines, prioritizing competing demands under pressure; Lebanese citizen Bachelor’s degree (Master’s Degree preferred) in a subject area relevant to the position, such as communications, journalism, international relations, social sciences or related field Minimum of two (2) years of related experience in INGOs Experience in the field of peacebuilding/conflict transformation is a strong asset Creative problem solving skills, particularly in challenging situations; Demonstrated organizational skills as well as an attention to detail; Cultural sensitivity and adaptability; Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe suite or other software and online communication tools