Starting Date: ASAP
Status: Full Time/Fixed-term contract
Child Safeguarding Policy: Level 1 – The job holder does not have regular contact with children.
Job Description: The Communications Assistant will be responsible for producing and communicating the organization’s internal and external messages as directed by the Communications Manager and in accordance with SN’s communication strategy. She/He will produce and publicize content (traditional and digital) while develop and implement a strong media and social media presence to meet the growing operational and communicational needs of the organization.
Responsibilities
- Supporting the implementation of the SolidarityNow communication strategy
- Contributing to Communications activities and Plan of Action developed per program (deliverables, reporting)
- Writing Press Releases regarding the organization’s news, accomplishments, and initiatives.
- Support the writing and production of all SN online and offline publications (including design and printing), such as: e-Newsletter, Annual Activity Report, leaflets, project brochures etc.)
- Support the production of audiovisual materials for communications purposes
- Support media relations (pitching, enquiries, liaising with colleagues and key spokespersons)
- Support with the organization of events – including setting up, planning, invitations, procurement of items and the operation on the day.
- Update content and improve functionality of SN’s website and social media
- Support the overall communications plan with new ideas and proposals
- Developing press stories related to SN projects/grants aiming to maximizing opportunities for positive publicity
- Contributing to the updating of the website/social media information operational-wise (promotion of SN projects)
- Contributing to reporting preparation (publicity report, press clipping report, annual report and statistics, reports to donors etc)
- Carry out other general communications tasks that may arise in the Communications Team (translations, meetings, awareness campaigns, special events, conferences etc.)
Qualifications
Essential:
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field.
- Proven experience in communications, public relations, or partnership management.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Experience in media relations and crisis communication is a plus.
- Proficiency in digital marketing tools and social media platforms.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Creative thinker with the ability to generate innovative ideas for communication initiatives.
Desired:
- Excellent written and verbal communication in Greek and English
- Familiarity with using social media platforms for branding and communication
- Experience in multimedia content creation
- Ability to multi-task and work under pressure
- Previous experience with NGOs
- Attention to detail – ensuring clarity and consistency in all materials and information communicated by the organisation
- Strong interpersonal & communications skills
If you are interested in applying, please send your CV and motivation letter to recruitment@solidaritynow.org mentioning in the email subject “Communications Assistant_ Athens”.
SN is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities and from vulnerable and disadvantaged groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Recruitment processes reflect SN’s commitment to keeping children safe from harm and abuse. Employment is subject to SN Child protection standards, including background checks and adherence to SN Child Safeguarding Policy.
Due to the urgency of recruitment, SN reserves the right to complete the process as soon as the suitable candidate has been identified. Interested candidates should submit their applications (CV and motivation letter) not later than 13th of October 2024.
Only short-listed candidates will receive a written reply.