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Position title:                Communication Officer (for IKI Sustainable Consumption and Production Project (SCP))

Directly reports to:        Project Manager, IKI SCP, WWF Thailand

Supervises:                     N/A

Technically supervises:    N/A

Validity:                         July 1, 2017 – June 30, 2018

Location:                        Bangkok, WWF-Thailand

Summary

WWF-Thailand is seeking a passionate and energetic “Communications Officer” to be part of the Sustainable Consumption and Production Project team. The communication officer will develop comprehensive communications strategies for the project, and focus on building public awareness on sustainable consumption. The applicant shall have a strong interest on environmental protection and sustainability issues, while having a good background or experience on communications, campaigning, and use of use of a variety of media outlets, social media channels, publications, website content and other dissemination channels.

Background of the Project

Thailand is located within a global production and regional consumption hub for market commodities. The production of agricultural commodities has contributed to economic growth in Thailand, which has provided significant economic benefits and reduced poverty. But like many countries, Thailand is facing serious environmental challenges due to this rapid economic growth. This results in significant environmental impacts, such as land use change caused by expansion of agricultural commodities on reserved forests, burning field, poor farming management and lack of standard related environmental products leading to increased GHG emissions, water and air pollution and loss of biodiversity.

Thailand is vulnerable to the impacts of climate change and therefore supports international efforts to lower carbon emissions to mitigate climate change. Thailand has submitted an Intended Nationally Determined Contribution (INDC) to support the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Thailand also submitted Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Actions (NAMAs).

Developing sustainable low-carbon production and consumption practices for key agricultural commodities, focusing on the maize supply chain in Thailand, is the principle goal of this project and will have major environmental benefits nationally, regionally and globally.

Objectives for this project include:

1. National governments will get support for the development of Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Actions (NAMAs) or related mitigation strategies for reducing carbon emissions in the agricultural sector
2. Business partners will be encouraged to implement new or strengthen existing sustainable business practices.
3. Consumers will be informed on sustainably produced goods and the benefits of sustainable consumption.
4. International programmes like the 10 Year Framework of Programmes on Sustainable Consumption and Production (10YFP-SCP) will be the basis for the development of SCP activities in Thailand.
5. This project is also being implemented in Indonesia and the Philippines, so there will be regional impacts and opportunities to share lessons learned with WWF colleagues in those two countries.

Major Function

Lead and manage the delivery of internal and external communications for WWF-Sustainable Consumption and Production project. The main function includes the development and implementation of communication strategies, creating media opportunistic events, production of press releases, reports, case studies, online content and features, and implement the awareness raising campaign on sustainable consumption and production.  

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the delivery of internal and external communications for WWF- Sustainable Consumption and Production project.
• Work with the project team and partners to develop and implement joint communications strategies for the project, campaigns, and events.
• Cultivate a network of media contacts
• Develops and continually update a calendar of communication activities, key dates, events etc.
• Write, review and coordinate copy for joint events and campaigns
• Work with the Marketing Communications Officer to develop content for their newsletter, web page, corporate partnerships and other channels.
• Be the project’s lead in coordinating and organizing events, public forums, consultations and workshops around sustainable consumption and production issues such as media conferences.
• Work with the Communications team to;
  • Coordinate all media requests and enquiries in a timely manner.
  • Develop and/or review media releases, key messages, media FAQs, speeches, and presentations where required
  • Track and analyze media exposure
• Keep current with communication trends, innovations, techniques, online media developments and any media regulations.
• Keep current with conservation and sustainability issues to ensure appropriate messages are delivered.
• Develop a network of contacts and maintains good working relationships with important government partners in Thailand, including relevant ministries and their line agencies of importance to the project, as well as strategic alliances such as NGOs and community groups.
• Manage external service providers, writers, creative agencies, consultants, etc. to support communication work of the project.
• Assist on the monitoring and evaluation of communication activities for relevance and effectiveness and contribute to WWF Thailand M & E Action Plan

Working Relationships

1. Internal

Interact on a regular basis with all relevant units in WWF office

2. External

Maintain productive working relationships with government, private sector, and public sector stakeholders

Requirements

1. Education and Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications / Media / Journalism. Experience or education in conservation issues a plus.

2. Knowledge

• Familiar with environmental sustainability and conservation issues in Thailand, and strong desire and ability to learn
• Understanding of socio-economic, conservation and development issues in Thailand
• Knowledge of the policy/institutional context related to conservation, sustainability and green economy is a strong plus

3. Experience

• 4-5 years work experience in communications
• Experience in collateral production, marketing and PR activities, and project management are an advantage
• Demonstrated experience in online media
• Experience of working in international organizations is a plus

4. General Skill

• Excellent written and spoken English and Thai writing essential. Writing press releases and persuasive copy a plus
• Presentation and negotiating
• Facilitation and coordination
• Planning and organizing events
• Proficiency in MS Office/ Graphic designs programs.
• Ability to work under pressure, short deadlines and extra hours if needed on assignments

5. Technical Skill

• Effective research and writing skills
• Able to think both strategically and innovatively, and translate this into delivery of results;
• Able to translate complex science/conservation issues into everyday language a plus
• Exceptional communication and influencing skills, combined with the ability to work under pressure in a changing environment;
• Sensitivity and empathy with the vision and values of WWF

6. Personality

• Initiative and a self-starter needing minimal direction
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Collaborative, resourceful, flexible and responsive in dealing with people
• A team player
• Adaptable and willing to accept responsibility
• Embrace change
• Achievement oriented
• Reliable and responsive

WWF's Mission and Values

1. It is part of every staff member's terms of reference to contribute to WWF's mission: WWF’s Mission is to stop the degradation of the planet's natural environment and to build a future in which humans live in harmony with nature, by:
   • conserving the world's biological diversity
   • ensuring that the use of renewable natural resources is sustainable
   • reducing pollution and wasteful consumption.

2. It is also part of every staff member's terms of reference to embody WWF's values, which are: Passionate and Optimistic, Challenging and Inspiring, Credible and Accountable, Persevering and Delivering Results.

How to apply :  Interested candidate, please submit your 'resume and motivation letter' stating your expected salary to hr.th@wwfgreatermekong.org by  June 30th, 2017  or submit by mail to WWF-Thailand 92/2 Soi Paholyothin 5, Paholyothin Road, Samsen nai, Phayathai, Bangkok 10400 Tel : +66 (0) 2 619 8534-7

 For more information, please visit our website at http://www.wwf.or.th/en/

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Otherwise, your resume will be filed into our candidate database for future reference and consideration.