About Asian Disaster Preparedness Center
ADPC is an autonomous international organization established for scientific, educational, developmental, and humanitarian purposes with a vision of safer communities and sustainable development through disaster risk reduction and climate resilience in Asia and the Pacific. Established in 1986 as a technical capacity building center, ADPC has grown and expanded its role to be for scientific, educational, developmental and humanitarian purposes. ADPC employs a wide range of professional expertise typically required for Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Climate Resilience (CR) in an effective manner.
ADPC develops and implements cross-sectoral projects/programs on the strategic themes of risk governance, urban resilience, climate resilience, health risk management, preparedness for response and resilient recovery. Our strategic themes are complemented and underpinned by the cross-cutting themes of gender and diversity, regional and transboundary cooperation as well as poverty and livelihoods.
Through its work, ADPC supports the implementation of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015–2030, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the New Urban Agenda, the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, the agenda defined at the World Humanitarian Summit in 2016, and other relevant international frameworks.
For details, please refer to ADPC website at http://www.adpc.net/
Department Introduction:
The Program Technical Support Unit provides technical support functions to all of ADPC. It consists of three units is as follows.
The Communication and Outreach Unit covers communication, outreach, knowledge management and information technology for project/program and corporate purposes. The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Unit covers monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning to track ADPC project/program progress, assess impact, ensure accountability to stakeholders and beneficiaries, and foster organizational learning for continuous improvement. The Partnership and Engagement Unit covers engagement with ADPC stakeholders in relationship building, developing partnerships and resource mobilization support.
Statement of Intent:
The Communications Officer is expected to work on all of the communications and outreach activities of ADPC. In addition, the Communication Officer supports and works with all the Departments of APDC.
Note:
It is not the intent of this Position Description to cover every aspect of the position requirements, rather to highlight the most important areas of personal and joint responsibilities.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications and Specifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications, or International Development; Each higher level education degree could count in lieu of one year of work experience;
- Minimum 6 years of experience in journalism, communications, writing and editing –preferably in translating science into impactful writing for non- scientific readers; previous work in a related function with an international organization preferred;
- Demonstrated understanding of subjects such as environmental and/or disaster science, and climate resilience;
- Demonstrated technical skills in the production of communication products for print and online;
- Experience developing and implementing effective communications strategies for development audiences at a range of scales;
- Exemplary English writing and editing skills (writing samples/writing test will be requested)
- Experience in managing the content of a website;
- Demonstrated skills in documentation and knowledge management interventions;
- Advanced computer literacy – including presentation software, publishing, and MS Office;
- Experience working with program documentation beneficial, including reporting, writing success stories, work planning, etc.
- Knowledge of the development context of the Asia and the Pacific region considered a plus.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement ADPC communication strategy, managing media and assist in public relations, creating and disseminating content, and engaging with stakeholders
- Develop social media posts and web stories capturing key events and promoting milestones/achievements/impact by ADPC and its programs.
- Develop, assist and coordinate layout and graphical designs of ADPC and program materials including reports, banners, websites, factsheets, and brochures.
- Coordinate in the ADPC Annual Reports, institutional event reports, and other materials as assigned by the supervisor.
- Coordinate and support the ADPC Program Departments, Program Support Unit and Program Technical Unit as well as cross thematic area coordinators to ensure that ADPC products, news, and updates are included in other global communications channels.
- Regularly liaise with the communication teams of partners and donor organizations.
Corporate Commitments:
- Ensure that all duties and responsibilities are carried out with a commitment to gender equality, diversity, social inclusion.
- Create a working environment at ADPC and ensure the protection and safety of all beneficiaries in accordance with ADPC’s PSEA and child protection policies;
- Contribute to environmentally sustainable practices, minimize waste, and ensure do no harm to people or the environment is observed;
- Ensure fraud is prevented, detected and dealt with promptly in their area of work. Be responsible for safeguarding resources entrusted to ADPC and for upholding and protecting its reputation.
This job description covers the general responsibilities and representative tasks of this position. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary according to program priorities and needs.
Performance Competencies
ADPC Core competencies:
- Integrity: Demonstrates the highest level of commitment and demonstrates respect for persons of concern to ADPC, partners, and colleagues in all aspects of work. Ensures that personal and professional behavior is of the highest standard.
- Diversity Awareness: Able to embrace the uniqueness of all individuals along several dimensions such as race, religious beliefs, ethnicity, age, gender, physical abilities, political beliefs, socio-economic status, disability, political conviction, or any other distinguishing features.
- Equality Awareness: Understands that each individual has an equal opportunity to make decisions, participate in social activities, perform any work at the organization, and to make the most of her/ his life and talents.
- Teamwork and Collaboration: Works constructively within a team and across teams in ways that allow the achievement of shared objectives. Works effectively with colleagues and partners. Fosters a positive and collaborative environment.
Department Functional Competencies:
- Results Orientation: Focuses on the delivery of agreed results through the effective management of internal and external resources to achieve results. Demonstrates a commitment to both personal and organizational excellence, with an emphasis on results.
- Proactivity/Self-motivation: Keeps abreast of new developments and actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally. Recognizes the importance of continuous improvement for a more effective and efficient working environment. Creates a learning culture.
- Creativity and Innovation: Demonstrates and encourages the development of new ideas/ approaches in own work area. Proposes changes that will improve organizational and staff performance to a common goal.
- Stakeholder Orientation: Able to see the fulfillment of ADPC’s mission by building networks of mutual trust with stakeholders in order to maximize results for people and key stakeholders.
Reporting and Relationships:
The reporting mechanism for the Communications Officer will be determined and announce separately
How to apply
Interested Candidates can submit the completed ADPC application form, (downloadable from www.adpc.net), resume, copy of degrees/certificate(s) together with a cover letter, to: adpcjobs@adpc.net by midnight Bangkok time on 11 March 2026.
ADPC is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful work environment that upholds gender equality, diversity, and protection from sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, especially women, persons with disabilities, and individuals from diverse backgrounds.