Communication Officer

Re vacancy Announcement

Collective Campaign for Peace (COCAP) is a national network of 43 peace and human rights non-governmental organizations from 29 different districts of Nepal.  It aims to provide a common space for its members, volunteers and friends to collectively engage in the pursuit for peace, human rights, social protection and justice in Nepal. 

COCAP invites application from eligible Nepalese citizens having ability to deliver results for the position of Communication Officer. Details are as follows:

Job Title: Communication Officer

No. of position: 1

Duration: 1 year with possibility of extension.

Probation period: 3 months.

Work Station: National Secretariat (Bagmati Province – Kathmandu).

Salary: Negotiable.

Reports to: Program Manager.       

Major Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Collaborate with management to develop and implement an effective communications strategy.
• Write, edit, and distribute content, including publications, press releases, website content, annual reports, resource center management, speeches and other material that communicates the organization's activities and services.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with journalists, and maintain a media database.
• Seek opportunities to enhance the reputation of the organization. 
• Maintain records of media coverage focusing on works carried out by the organization.
• Assist in project implementation.
• Assist in conducting training and other activities in the field.
• Assist in preparing the periodic and final reports of the project.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in communication, journalism or any related field.
• 2 years’ work experience in communication role.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Management and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, content management system and social media platforms.
• Nepali and English typing skills.

Candidates fulfilling the criteria mentioned above are requested to send Cover letter and latest CV alongside name and contact details of two references by 27 July, 2021 before 17:00 hours at vacancy.cocap@gmail

Taking the current COVID pandemic into consideration, the selection process will completely be based online.

Collective Campaign for Peace is committed towards diversity and inclusion within its workforce, therefore encourages candidates from diverse background, women and differently-abled to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed for further selection process.