The Asia Foundation Job Circular
The Asia Foundation Job Circular, The Asia Foundation Job Circular 2022
The Asia Foundation (TAF) is a nonprofit international development organization committed to improving lives across a dynamic and developing Asia. We are currently looking for a dynamic and energetic communication officer to oversee internal and external communications of the Foundation’s Bangladesh office. The communications officer will be a crucial part of the program development team, reporting to the Director, Program Development at the Dhaka office.
Communications Officer
Position Title: Communications Officer
Duration & Location: Full-time; Dhaka, Bangladesh
Reporting to: Director, Program Development
Responsibilities:
- Develops a strong understanding of programmatic and organizational goals and strategies and ensures they are integrated into communications and outreach activities
- Develops and implements external communication strategy for The Asia Foundation
- Produces communication materials for external stakeholders
- Develop and/or update communication materials for each of the existing programs
- Develop knowledge products
- Identifies, researches, and writes useful and engaging content for target audiences on TAF’s programs and external outlets, including In Asia blog, social media, and the industry or mainstream news outlets
- Creates and updates stakeholder list. Develops and maintains liaison with important, relevant stakeholders on behalf of TAF as per requirements
- Provides support to implement/execute external events successfully
- Creates innovative ways to promote the activities of TAF. Contributes ideas for new programs, researching and recommending innovative branding techniques
- Fosters and demonstrates a workplace inclusive of creating opportunity, serving others, building trust, innovation, and exceeding expectations
Required Qualifications/Skills:
- Strong, versatile copywriting skills
- Good organizational, planning, and coordination skills
- Ability to multi-task and re-prioritize as needed
- Desire to take full ownership of assigned projects and can work independently
- Possesses a sense of urgency; is self-motivated and detail-oriented
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build collaborative relationships
- Good verbal presentation, group dynamic, and facilitation skills
- Proactive approach to resolving problems and issues
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in English, Development Study, Journalism or other social science disciplines
- Minimum 3-5 years of professional experience in communication, program/project development, and knowledge-management related work in the development sector
- Experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
- Working knowledge of various editing software and platforms
How to Apply:
Please submit a CV (maximum 4 pages) and a cover letter (not more than 1 page) detailing your experience and suitability for the role to country.bangladesh.jobs@asiafoundation.org, mentioning the title of the position in the subject line. We thank all applicants; however, only those making the shortlist will be contacted.
The Asia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.
Deadline: July 31, 2022 @ 5pm Bangladesh Standard Time
