Summary of the Position

A key member of the Funder and External Engagement Unit, the role supports the following key areas:

• Development and implementation of the Funder and External Engagement Strategy and the Communication Strategy, assisting the Senior Manager, Communications, to ensure communications activities contribute to building strategic relationships with funders and partners.
• Content development for various communications channels designed to promote the CGIAR brand, including the CGIAR website and social media accounts.
• Collaboration with CGIAR Centers, following up on and consolidating communication outputs and identifying opportunities for raising the profile of CGIAR as a trusted advisor, collaborative partner, and engine of innovation in agriculture.
• Design and delivery of CGIAR annual reports, collecting and packaging information to creatively present success stories, newsletters, blogs, and social media content.
• Development and coordination of outreach campaigns, events, and engaging marketing and public relations materials.

Skills and Competences

This position requires a professional with strong communication and writing skills, a high level of attention to detail and the ability to manage corporate websites and social media accounts. To apply for this position, the ideal candidate must possess the following:

• A university degree in communications, international studies, journalism or related field
• At least 5 years’ experience in a similar position, managing multi-media platforms, websites, social media accounts, publications, events, and outreach materials.
• Previous working experience in copywriting, proofreading, and editing or in social media marketing and website management, preferably in an international or non-profit organization
• Strong organization and event/project management skills

How to Apply

Please send your application no later than the application deadline above, ensuring that documents submitted do not contain your marital status, age or photograph.

All applications must include:
 
• The position title in the email subject line
• A CV (in English) which provides details of your qualifications, employment history, skills and experience
• A covering letter (in English) in which you succinctly address how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role

Note: All received applications will be acknowledged. However, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.  Applications received after the closing date for applications will not be considered.

Terms and Conditions of Employment

The CGIAR System Organization is an equal opportunity employer, offering a comprehensive package of employee benefits comprising a favorable taxation arrangement in France, health insurance coverage, a retirement plan and relocation support where applicable. Appointments by the System Organization are generally made on a fixed-term basis of 3 years, which is renewable subject to the terms and conditions of the appointment.

Job Email id: SMO-HR(at)cgiar.org
Download Attachment: JD - Senior Associate, Communications (Jan 2019).pdf
Candidate Pack - Senior Associate, Communications.pdf