Oxfam Novib is a leading, global development organization that mobilizes the power of people against poverty. The unit Corporate Communication is looking for a
Communications Specialist
Institutional donors and themes (36 hours)
Head Office, The Hague
Oxfam (Novib) is an A-brand in the world of development co-operation. Our mission is to achieve a just world without poverty. We believe in the power of people’s own actions and want to see results. Together with local partner organizations and other Oxfams in over 90 countries, institutional donors, businesses, governments and the Dutch public, we help millions of people to build an independent livelihood.
Goal of the position
Oxfam (Novib)’s brand and reputation contribute greatly to the realisation of our goals. We are looking for a Communications Specialist who will develop and implement a communications strategy for institutional donors and programs on priority themes. This position is new in the organization.
Over the past years institutional donors have become a more and more important source for financing our work. Our donors range from EU and UN institutions and governments to corporate foundations. The unit Institutional Fundraising & Donor Relations (IFDR) maintains our relations with these donors. The Communications Specialist advises IFDR on the contribution of communication to intensify the relationship with institutional donors, reinforcing their interest and loyalty, and coordinates the implementation.
The IFDR unit closely cooperates with our four Thematic Units (TU): Food, Land & Water; Conflict & Fragility; Gender & Youth; and Governance & Financial Flows. These units provide the essential knowledge for project and programs proposals that transcend borders. The Communications Specialist advises the priority TU programs on the brand and communications approach, coordinates the implementation, and contributes to project monitoring, evaluation and learning. The element of communications in proposals also requires advice, especially if donors have specific requirements for communication about the project.
Description of the Unit
Oxfam Novib has recently reorganized to respond better to changes in development cooperation. We are a project organization that places “impact, innovation and agility” centre stage in its operations. The Communications Specialist is part of the central unit Corporate Communication, which is responsible for the Oxfam Novib brand and its reputation, and works closely with the unit Public Engagement.
In order to stimulate integrated working and knowledge of the market and the priority themes with communication specialists, communication capacity has now also been allocated to IFDR and TU. The decentral Communications Specialists can better offer their ideas and views at an early stage, and be service-oriented. The manager of Corporate Communication steers this position in the line, while IFDR and TU provide the contents-related steering.
Result areas
As a Communications Specialist you develop (innovative) strategies, services and quality communication products, you ensure a good implementation and provide the necessary support. All of this to strengthen the Oxfam (Novib) brand and our reputation in the markets where we work.
Main tasks
- Operationalizing Oxfam (Novib) brand strategy and market strategy.
- Develop together with IFDR and TU the communications approach to institutional donors and of project and programs around priority themes.
- Implement the communications approach: briefing and steering of external parties, coordination of activities, and the production of resources (by yourself or via Institutional Fundraising Officers, TU Project Leaders or external parties).
- Organize reviews of communication materials for the benefit of coherence, brand and quality, communication sign-off of products with a big outreach or financial interest, quality check of less image-setting products.
Requirements for the position
- At least 5 years of experience as a communications advisor in complex organizations.
- A relevant Bachelor or Master degree.
- Experience with brand management and communications to support fundraising.
- Knowledge of the world of institutional donors (EU, UN agencies, Dutch government, and corporate foundations like the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation).
- Hands-on mentality, whereby you advise TU and IFDR, often steer the implementation, but also implement by yourself.
- Result-oriented, priority setting and able to take responsibility for the contribution of communication regarding institutional donors and programs on priority themes.
- Agile networker, who easily cooperates and coordinates with many parties.
- An eye for opportunities for external financing of communication work.
- Up-to-date with (digital) developments in the field of communications to inspire TU and IFDR.
- Preferably experience abroad or with an international organization, prepared to travel incidentally.
- Excellent command of the English and Dutch language, both spoken and written. A good command of French is desirable.
- Fully subscribes to Oxfam Novibs objectives.
- Applicant must be a national of a European Union member state, or have a valid work permit for the European Union.
Salary
Oxfam Novib is committed to providing you with a competitive, fair and comprehensive pay and benefits package that is justifiable to our donors. The salary is classed in Scale 9, with a maximum of € 4,061 gross per month, based on a 36-hours working week, with 4x9 hours as an option.
HOW TO APPLY:
Application
Are you interested? Email your letter of application and CV, using the vacancy reference number 5-0010 before October 26 2015 to jobs@oxfamnovib.n l, to the attention of Koen Hubben, HR Advisor. For questions you can contact Monique Neyzen, interim manager Corporate Communication, available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 06-18095287. See: www.oxfamnovib.nl andwww.facebook.com/oxfamnovib
