COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR, RIVERS-RIGHTS-RESILIENCE

COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR, RIVERS-RIGHTS-RESILIENCE

The Role

Oxfam International Asia Regional Platform is looking for a COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR, RIVERS-RIGHTS-RESILIENCE who is responsible for creating and delivering effective communications to stakeholders involved in South Asian and Global Water Governance, in line with Oxfam's program strategy. The role requires managing policy analysis, advocacy, media, and communication efforts that advance the objectives of the regional program, focusing on inclusive governance of rivers for the benefit of riparian communities and aligning with Oxfam's global and regional campaign priorities. Additionally, the role involves providing strategic support to the country program and regional partner teams regarding strategic communications, as well as the design and implementation of initiatives. This role is responsible for producing high-quality communications products and projects (regionally) and contributing to the quality of the work of partners, monitoring, and learning.

Who we’re looking for

We are looking for a COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR, RIVERS-RIGHTS-RESILIENCE with

• A degree or postgraduate qualification in Media and Communications, English, Social Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Business Studies or other relevant disciplines.
• At least 5 years of working experience in the media or in the public relations / communications fields at national, regional or international level with specific experience in Asia. 
• High degree of skill in strategic communications demonstrated by a track record of success and achievement in media and communications work, preferably on environmental issues.
• Demonstrated experience of managing projects, and co-ordination with internationally networked project teams.
• Communications specialist, both verbal and written in English and at least one of the following: Assamese, Bangla, Dzongkha, Hindi or Nepali.
• Ability to capture knowledge and key insights from written and verbal material and turn them into clear and attractive knowledge and communication messages.
• Ability to build capacity and develop others through experience of training and accompaniment in media or communications. 
• Manages own workload and meets organisational and external deadlines.
• Ability to provide specialist communications advice/training/support to TROSA programme and other teams within Oxfam.

Effective people management skills, where applicable, and interpersonal skills, particularly in motivating and influencing others and experience of matrix management.

What we offer

This role will give you an opportunity to work on a team and be part of transformational change, and increase Oxfam’s impact in the Asia region, address inequality, reduce poverty, empower women, and increase resilience. At Oxfam, we believe that every aspect of our work can lead to a positive outcome. If you have the same opinion, together with the ability to meet the challenges involved, this role offers scope for immense personal fulfilment, as well as outstanding opportunities to develop your career. 

Oxfam is committed to providing a fair compensation package and to providing a flexible, supportive working environment

How to apply

Please upload an up-to-date CV and a covering letter, clearly explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile

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Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted- usually within 2 weeks of the closing date.

About us

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. 

That means we tackle the inequality that keeps people poor. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. When disaster strikes, we help people build better lives for themselves, and for others. We take on issues like land rights, climate change and discrimination against women. And we won’t stop until every person on the planet can enjoy life free from poverty.

We are an international confederation of 21 organizations (affiliates) plus the Oxfam International Secretariat, working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.

All our work is led by our core values: Empowerment, Accountability, Inclusiveness, Courage, Solidarity and Equality.

We are committed to ensuring diversity, equity, inclusion and representation within our organization. We believe in equality of opportunity regardless of race or racial group [including colour, nationality, ethnicity, national origins], religion or belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy, maternity and paternity.

Our commitment to safeguarding

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us. 

Note: All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and may be subject to appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam International Secretariat also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.  In line with this Scheme, if a job applicant has been employed by another member of the scheme, we will request information from that organization about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.