World Vision: Communications Advocacy Manager – Port Vila

With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.

Come join our 31,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the production of communication resources for key stakeholders such as partners, donors, beneficiaries and WVV staff:
• Lead internal/WVV staff communications processes that support and advance the strategic goal of WV Vanuatu and its core ministry functions.
• Manage the relevance of the work of WV Vanuatu with in country and international media;
• Lead external communications on a range of development and advocacy issues across many platforms;
• Support on the reporting of our advocacy achievements to the Regional Office and GC;
• Direct communications in emergency and reputation risk issues;
• Alignment of national-level communications strategy with global strategy Our Promise 2030

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Vocational training degree, preferably in communications or a related field.
• A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years’ experience leading and managing communications and production teams, preferably in international NGOs or creative industries.
• Advanced communications technical skills, including photography, video production, editorial work, graphic design, media relations, and digital content development.
• Advanced computer proficiency on Mac and PC, including editing skills using Adobe and Apple software for video, photo, media, and design.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including strong speaking and writing skills in both Bislama and English.
• Strong knowledge of communications practices, tools, techniques, social media, media engagement, and the wider communications and media industry.
• Familiarity with graphic design, preferably Adobe programs, and familiarity with web page design.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, project management, and time management skills.
• Ability to multitask, work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and contribute to a team-building environment.
• Proactivity, self-motivation, creativity, and ability to develop relevant marketing and communications content.
• Proven experience in training and capacity building of others is desirable.
• Knowledge of international development, World Vision development practice, and communications needs is desirable.
• Ability to travel locally and internationally when required, and to walk long distances when required.

Ni-Vanuatu nationals – women, men and people living with disability are highly encouraged to apply.

Only those candidates short-listed for an interview will be contacted.

If you believe you have the necessary skills, experience and passion for this role?

” World Vision is committed to safeguarding all children as well as adults living where World Vision operates. We have zero tolerance for incidents of violence or abuse against children or adults, including sexual exploitation or abuse, committed either by employees or others affiliated with our work. Therefore, World Vision does not hire staff whose background is not suitable for working with children or vulnerable adults, even if their role does not interact directly with them. Each potential team member needs to understand the importance of these issues and be open to further training and guidance on our safeguarding policies and responsibilities “

Applicant Types Accepted:

Local Applicants Only