The Centre for Humanitarian Dialogue (HD) is a private diplomacy organisation founded on the principles of humanity, impartiality and independence. Its mission is to help prevent, mitigate and resolve armed conflict through dialogue and mediation. HD is looking for:
Communications Associates (Full-time staff)
Based in Geneva
Starting date: End-October 2021
Available positions: Two
The Communications department oversees external and internal communications, media relations and HD’s brand.
HD is hiring two Communications Associates to join its team in Geneva. Reporting to the Head of Communications, these interesting, varied and challenging positions would best suit early career professionals.
Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain HD’s online presence in English and French (HD website, social media and internal platform)
Support development, production and promotion of printed content, including HD’s annual report, factsheets, brochures and other publications
Assist with designing and editing various written materials in English and French
Work closely with project teams, senior management and external consultants
Assist with regular Comms tasks, including managing external and internal requests for information/content, dissemination of press releases, etc
Support day-to-day monitoring of news relating to HD
Help to plan and run events as required, including HD townhalls, donor briefings, formal dinners, media roundtables, etc
Assist in HD’s archiving project and Comms administration tasks
Qualifications/Skills:
Degree in a relevant field
Fluency in English (mandatory). Good working knowledge of French, Spanish or Arabic is an asset
Solid understanding of news and media production
Solid editing skills in English and ideally in French, Spanish or Arabic
Web savvy
Personal Characteristics:
Strong ability to multitask
Strong attention to detail
Dynamic, sociable and motivated
Flexibility (including some evening/weekend work)
Ability to manage tasks with little supervision
Willingness to share and discuss creative ideas
Passionate about current affairs and HD’s mission
How to apply
If you meet the qualifications, please send your resume (maximum 2 pages) with a short cover letter by September 21th 2021 to hrgeneva@hdcentre.org.
Please indicate Communications Associate in the subject line of your e-mail.
HD is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, please visit www.hdcentre.org.