Communications Specialist
*KOMPAK Program*
KOMPAK is an Australia-Indonesia government partnership supporting the
Government of Indonesia's efforts in reducing poverty through improvements
in basic service delivery and creating opportunities for work. KOMPAK
focuses its efforts on three result areas:
1. Supporting Local Governments and Service Units to better address the
needs of basic service users;
2. Supporting the poor and vulnerable to benefit from improved village
governance; and
3. Supporting the poor and vulnerable to benefit from increased
opportunities for employment and economic development.
*The Opportunity*
The key purpose of the Communications Specialist is to support the
Communications and Knowledge Management Team on the technical functions,
especially in implementing the communication strategy and assisting the
program delivery team with their communication activities. The
Communications Specialist is reporting to Communications and Knowledge
Management Lead.
*Key Duties*
- Support the Communications and Knowledge Management Lead in conducting
the communications activities on daily basis
- Under the supervision of Communications and Knowledge Management Lead,
provide communications support for the implementation team in national and
sub-national level, as well as the performance team
- Assist in developing communications materials to support KOMPAK and
the advocacy activities which include but not limited to video, video
graphics, infographics, flyers, fact sheet, media social content,
information kit, booklets and posters
- Collect and develop success stories from best practices, changes and
lessons learned from KOMPAK area
- Collect photos and videos on the implementation of KOMPAK’s models and
approaches from the field
- Assist in the development of knowledge products by managing the design
development, including translation and copy edit, when needed
- Guard the quality assurance of KOMPAK’s document within the
communication’s corridor (writing, design, identity and branding) in all
KOMPAK’s knowledge products and communications materials developed and
published by KOMPAK
- Support CKM team to manage events at the national and provincial level
Further information regarding other key duties is included in the *Information
for Applicants
<https://jtai.turborecruit.com.au/job/job_details.cfm?id=1065738&from=direct>.*
*Key Requirements*
- Educational background in Communication or related studies
- At least 8 years work experience in communication, preferably in
international development
- Having knowledge photography, graphic design, video editing, as well
as skills in using editing software will be an advantage
- Having capability and proven experience in developing communication
materials in various format (print, radio, web-based, television, etc.)
targeting a variety of audiences
- Creative, team player and problem solver
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, as well as writing skills
- Strong experience in working with national and local media
- Proven ability to multi-task, take initiative and work well under
pressure
- Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills
- Familiarity with website management and social media platforms is
preferred
- Willing to do some traveling for work if required
- Fluency in Indonesian language and English
- Understanding of gender equality and social inclusion issues
*Further Information & Application Details*
Further information regarding this opportunity can be found in the ‘View
Position Description’ link
<https://jtai.turborecruit.com.au/position_description/497/IFA_Communications%20Specialist%20v1.pdf>
.
Applications should be submitted online via the Careers page of Abt
Associates’ website
<https://jtai.turborecruit.com.au/job/job_details.cfm?id=1065738&from=direct>
and *MUST* include a CV and covering letter addressing the key requirements
listed above.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from
experienced and capable women.
*Applications close: Monday, 3 May 2021 – midnight (AEST)*
We welcome and thank all applicants however; only shortlisted applicants
will be contacted.
*Abt Associates – Who We Are*
Abt Associates is a recognised leader in the international development
sector. Working with our many partners, Abt Associates implements bold
innovative solutions to improve the lives of the community and deliver
valued outcomes for our clients. We provide a comprehensive range of
services from policy to service delivery in the public and private sectors
contributing to long term benefits for clients and communities. Operating
in remote and challenging environments, we offer innovative solutions,
extensive experience in the region, strong technical capacity, and a proven
project management track record. We are committed to gender equity in our
employment strategies and encourage applications from capable women. Abt
Associates is a child safe organisation and promotes the safety, wellbeing
and inclusion of all children. For more information about our company and
what we do visit our website at www.abtassociates.com
