Communications Assistant (General Santos Office)

Role Purpose

The Communications Assistant supports the Sponsorship Communications team and the

organization in delivering effective communication and media products that uphold Save the

Children's image and reputation. Assist in maintaining consistency in messaging, tone, and

visuals across various communication channels, and provide valuable content for media and

fundraising activities.

Role Responsibilities

• Assist in conveying the organization's mission, values, and achievements to both internal and external audiences.
• Ensure that all communication materials adhere to Save the Children’s global branding and media guidelines.
• Contribute to the development of written and visual content for various communication channels, including articles, social media updates, and newsletters.
• Support in building and maintaining relationships with journalists, bloggers, and influencers.
• Assist in the distribution of press releases and media kits to promote organizational events and initiatives.
• Coordinate interviews and media appearances as directed.
• Provide support for donor and media trips, including logistical arrangements.
• Assist in monitoring and analyzing communication and media metrics to optimize communication strategies.
• Support the Sponsorship Communications team in implementing crisis communication plans and drafting statements during critical situations.
  
  

Other Responsiblities

Additional tasks and responsibilities deemed necessary in the Sponsorship Program may be assigned.

Equal Opportunities

The role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the SCI Equal Opportunities and Diversity policies and procedures.

Core Competency - Thinking

Exceptional Skills in Digital Communication: Applies critical thinking through exceptional skills in digital communication. Takes personal responsibility for creatively and strategically using digital channels to convey messages, ensuring effectiveness and impact.

CORE COMPETENCY - ENGAGING:

Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills: Engages effectively through strong verbal and written communication skills. Takes personal responsibility for communicating messages clearly and confidently to engage stakeholders and contribute to organizational goals.

Digital Communication Skills: Engages effectively through digital communication skills. Takes personal responsibility for leveraging digital platforms to enhance communication strategies and reach a broader audience

Experience And Qualifications

• Graduate of BA Communication/ Journalism/ Broadcasting or any related course
• Experience in a communications or journalistic capacity
• Excellent writing skills (sample works required) and interpersonal communication skills, both in Tagalog and English
• Keen eye for good stories
• Ability to take quality video and photographs
• Proficiency in using MS Word, MS Excel, Photoshop, In Design and Premiere Pro
• Proficient in social media platforms
• Excellent relationship building and coordination skills in order to effectively work with different program/ project teams
• Excellent communications and relationship building skills with children in order to gather good case studies
• Politically and culturally sensitive with qualities of patience, tact and diplomacy
• Proficient in corporate communications, media relations, social media engagement management, and digital advocacy
• Ability to think creatively, design campaigns, and adapt these for different contexts.
• Experience in storytelling, multimedia content creation, and digital engagement.
• Experience working in the humanitarian context
• Experience in writing press releases and pitching to the media
• Experience working with NGOs
• Job Identification 11291
• Job Category Business Support
• Posting Date 01/10/2025, 06:32 AM
• Apply Before 01/31/2025, 10:00 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations FO - General Santos City