Communications Officer
Position Summary Expectations - Duties, Responsibilities
Role
WaterSHED is looking for a Communications Officer who will work under the guidance of the Communications Manager to create dynamic content for our supporters and external audiences. The Communications Coordinator will help plan and implement strategies to engage and inform WaterSHED’s audience using diverse online and offline platforms.
We’re looking for individuals who are passionate about communications. Candidates must be willing to work in Khmer and English, and create content in both languages. The Coordinator will also have creative opportunities to develop projects on multimedia platforms using video, photography and social media.
- Prepare research products for translation from English to Khmer (summarized reports, PowerPoint presentations for stakeholder meetings, fact sheets, etc.)
- Help prepare newsletters and other communications content about WaterSHED activities
- Create multimedia content for social media and website
- Additional tasks (desired but not required):
- Shoot and process high quality photos or videos for local and international audiences
- Co-host/co-produce media visits to project sites
- Skills and competencies:
- Excellent speaking and writing skills in Khmer;
- Excellent written translation from English to Khmer
- Experience using multiple social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Youtube et al.
- Creative, self-motivated and enthusiastic
- Works well under pressure and on tight deadlines
- Additional skills (desirable but not required):
- Web design and/or blogging experience using WordPress, Blogger, Square Space, et al.
- Experience in digital production (such as video and/or photo production and post-production)
- Personal Attributes:
- Appreciation of WaterSHED’s mission and values
- Entrepreneurial, creative, good at taking initiative, and enthusiastic
- Good at problem solving and critical thinking
- Ability to work on multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines
- Honest and trustworthy
