Communication Advisor - part time 3 days per week

Main Activities:

1/ Definition and facilitation of MDM Lebanon communication plan;

• Update and precise 2019 and 2020 communication action plan in regards to the operational and advocacy strategy of the mission;
• Lead the organization of communication events, and support the programs teams in the implementation of communication activities
• Identify communication opportunities (birthdays, international days, opening/closing of projects...), propose and put in place communication actions
• To ensure the compliance of the mission towards donors communication guidelines and requirements

2/ Design and production of communication tools ;

• Support the programs teams to define messages and design communication tools consistent with the programs purpose and content;
• Creation of communication tools contributing to reinforce MdM visibility in Lebanon
• Writing of articles for the MdM communication media.
• Collection of testimonies from the beneficiaries for the program.
• Organization of videos, audio and photos reports, in connection with HQ communication department when relevant

3/ Media contacts and relations in Lebanon development and press releases outcomes monitoring

• Regularly update the media contact list for Lebanon
• Meet journalists, develop the network, maintain contacts with journalists.
• Monitor local and regional media of Arabic, English or French language looking for articles on the organization.
• In cooperation with the Advocacy coordinator, writing of communiqués and press kits
• Organize and lead media visits when needed, with cooperation with programs teams and under the supervision of the general coordinator.

4/ Web and digital communication development

• Contribute to the updating of MdM Middle East and MDM websites, following validation procedures.
• Definition and implementation of a strategy for the social networks in Lebanon

Requested Competence/Skills/Profile

• Master degree in communication/journalism/filmmaking.
• Experience in communication/journalism/filmmaking.
• Arabic and English language are mandatory. French is a plus.
• Knowledge of the following software and programs:

• Office: Word, Excel, Powerpoint – medium
• PAO: Photoshop, Indesign – Medium
• Web: Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, Mailchimp, Wordpress, google analytics, twitter counter – medium to high proficiency
• Video: Final cut – high proficiency

• Good common sense and a view for the “global picture”.
• High capacity of taking over the perspective of others.
• Experience working with NGO is preferred.
• Good coordination and communication skills are a key factor to this position.
• Strong ability to observe, analyze, report and take initiative.
• Ability to work with a team and as well to work independent.
• Clear commitment in the project thematic.
• Ability to self-reflect your work, to recognize what needs improvement and to propose solutions.

Behaviour:

• To behave with self-restraint at all times and respect the dignity of the beneficiaries.
• To be able to work as part of a team.
• To believe in concepts of equity, human rights, neutrality and impartiality.
• Demonstrate motivation at work.
• Respect each team member’s position, work and specialty.