Junior Communications Officer At iMMAP

Organization

iMMAP is an international nongovernmental organisation that provides information management services to humanitarian and development organizations. Through information management, we help our partners target assistance to the world’s most vulnerable populations. Our core philosophy is that better data leads to better decisions and that better decisions lead to better outcomes. iMMAP’s critical support to information value chains helps to solve operational and strategic challenges of our partners in both emergency and development contexts by enabling evidence-based decision-making for better outcomes.

Background

As part of the Global Communications Unit and under the supervision of the Global Communications and Outreach Manager, the Junior Communications Officer will be responsible for the content management of the iMMAP global website. Relatedly, the Junior Communications Officer will also produce high-quality graphic design illustrations in accordance to the iMMAP branding and internal communication guidelines for both internal and external communication deliverables.

Description of Duties

iMMAP Global Website Content Management

➢ Work with iMMAP Global Communications to coordinate the management of the content for the iMMAP global website including changes that need to be made to the meet the team section, updates of the new and closed country programs and project, news articles and success stories in accordance with iMMAP internal communication guidelines and branding.

➢ Regularly monitor the iMMAP global website on both the desktop and mobile versions to fix any glitches on the page.

➢ Regularly monitor and improve SEO for iMMAP global website and searches with key words.

➢ Review the google analytics for the iMMAP Global Website and provide suggestions when and where needed for improvements.

Graphic Design

➢ Create and apply consistently iMMAP branding on the graphic design of external communications and knowledge products including and not limited to;

– Flyers, posters, brochures, booklets,

– Information management visuals, infographics, maps,

– Visibility products for partners, meetings, conferences, and workshops,

– Reports, briefing documents and more,

– Animations, GIFs and videos social media,

– Visual elements, graphics, interactive maps for the website,

➢ Create and apply consistently iMMAP branding on the graphic design of internal communications and knowledge products including and not limited to;

– Templates for reports, presentations, ToRs, talking points and meetings,

– Develop an illustration data library,

– Inputs for the visual layout of campaigns and events.

➢ Undertake any other communications activities as assigned.

CHAIN OF COMMAND

The Junior Communications Officer will work under the direct supervision of the Communications and Outreach Manager. This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

➢ Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field from a recognized institution,

➢ At least two years of professional experience with development or humanitarian organizations,

➢ Proven graphic design experience: information management visualization, articles, reports, and social media,

➢ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint,

➢ Full command of Adobe Creative software packages, particularly Illustrator, InDesign and Lightroom,

➢ Proficiency in the use of WordPress development site,

➢ Experience using various plug-ins such as Elementor and Slider Revolution,

➢ Experience software lifecycle knowledge, including requirements, deisng, development and testing with appropriate documentation,

➢ Experience with Twitter Bootstrap or Material UI is a plus,

➢ Proven knowledge on latest trends and best practices in SEO,

➢ Professional working proficiency (verbal and written) in English and French,

➢ The ability to appropriately communicate (verbal, written, and visual) information to technical and non-technical people,

➢ Well-organized with high attention to detail and strong coordination skills,

➢ Strategic and creative mindset.

WORKING CONDITIONS

➢ Willingness to work with people from a wide range of professional and personal backgrounds.

➢ Adheres to internationally recognized humanitarian principles.

➢ Consultant’s fees scale: $ 2,500 USD – $ 3,000 USD.

Guiding Principles

Personnel is expected to conduct itself in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and iMMAP’s policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all Countries.

iMMAP has zero-tolerance for sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, human trafficking, child abuse and exploitation. Any violations of these principles and policies will be treated as serious misconduct.

iMMAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer regardless of background.