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Plan International Thailand

Job Advertisement: Communications and PR Officer  

Plan is an international humanitarian, child-centered development organization, implementing development programs that promote the realization and fulfilment of children’s rights and the alleviation of child poverty.

Position:  Communications and PR Officer

Assignment duration: Permanent Contract

Duty station: Bangkok

JOB BACKGROUND: The Communications and PR Officer will be responsible for executing the communications strategy to help to raise children’s voices on issues that affect them; to promote Plan International is as the “ recognized voice” for children’s rights and equality for girls; to inform key stakeholders and the public about our work.

TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Raise Plan’s brand awareness and ensure the branding guideline are consistently adhered to across all departments and the organization has high visibility in projects (particularly with partners) ; Advises on, and managers, issues and risks related to Plan’s International’s communication and media work in Thailand; Support staff on communications

Issues and ensure that the Communications procedures are respected. Prepare and supervise the production of printed publications, branded material, videos, photographs, web materials etc; Identify, write and pitch compelling stories about Plan Thailand work and success; Organize events, including press conference, exhibitions, workshops and press visits. Manage the organization’s website and social media to give information and engage our public.  

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE: Bachelor degree in Communications or related field ; minimum three years’ experience in operating the communications; Thai and English skills; Excellent command of written and spoken; has background in media relations or work experience as a journalist ; has skills related to print production, PR, audio/video production, website development; Ability to work in cross-cultural dynamic and high pressure environment; Awareness / sensitivity to local social, political , economic trends/ developments ; Experience in working  with NGOs will be advantage.

How to apply:

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are required to submit a motivational letter, a comprehensive CV and details of at least 3 referees via E-mail only to: thailand.hr@plan-international.org

Closing date for applications:   17 April 2017

Reference & background checks will be performed for successful candidates including clearances on child related offences in conformity with Plan’s Child Protection Policy. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.