Communications specialistPlan International

The Organisation
Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children's rights and equality for girls.
We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it's girls who are most affected.
Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.
We support children's rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for - and respond to - crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.
We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Plan International is one of the oldest and largest international development agencies in the world. In the Philippines, Plan works with children and their families in poor communities with programs covering disaster risk management, youth economic empowerment, nutrition, and child protection.
Plan International invites highly competent, experienced, and committed professionals to fill the following position:
The Communications Specialist will be mainly responsible for the implementation of the media and communications strategy of Plan International Philippines and supervision of the Media Coordinating Group. S/he will organize media events, public relations initiatives provides key messaging and speaking notes, produce high-quality written materials, develops relationships with key influencers in the media, and helps to make Plan International's name widely known in the media, and the public as a whole.
Further, as the Communications Specialist:
You will ensure in-country understanding and quality compliance with Plan International's branding guidelines for all communications and PR materials.
You will assist the layout artists and graphic designers, content developers, and other consultants with the implementation of the media and communications plans.
You will coordinate with the members of the Communication and Advocacy Network and assist them in the development and implementation of their communication and visibility plan.
You will write press releases, features, and case stories.
You will maintain a databank of Plan's resources: audio/visual including photos, electronic and printed materials, other information materials.
Plan International is a development and humanitarian organization. In exceptional cases, you will be asked to support emergency response activities in the communities in your assigned covered areas.
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
To be successful in the role you will need among other things:
Bachelor's degree in Development Communication, Mass Communication or any related course
Has at least three (3) years of experience in PR, media, and campaign work.
Demonstrable skills in public and media relations, verbal and written communication, and negotiation.
Has proven excellent critical and analytical thinking skills.
Strong background in data banking and publication
Knowledge and experience in the use of various information, communication and technology tools.
Applicants must have the right to work in the Philippines without restrictions. Local applicants are preferred.
Location: Makati City, Metro Manila
Type of Role: Fixed term (one year)
Reports to: Communications & Advocacy Manager
Flexible working arrangement
Competitive salary package (local T&C)
Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.
We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.
We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls' rights and inclusion.
Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.
A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International's Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Plan International

Makati City, Metro Manila
Permanent
Full-time