[Hiring] Technical Officer, NIWL Social Media @FHI 360

Role Description

At FHI 360’s National Institute for Work and Learning (NIWL), we believe that access to quality education and fulfilling work empowers people to reach their highest potential. NIWL designs, runs, and evaluates programs focused on education and employment to help young people find fulfilling careers, contribute to their communities, and live successful lives.

The Technical Officer, NIWL Social Media will support NIWL projects on a temporary part-time (24 hours a week) basis until end of August by:

• Assisting in the creation and delivery of social media content, organizational materials and announcements, events and other deliverables pertaining to project communications.
• Focusing on developing and delivering clear, concise and coordinated messaging across multiple communications vehicles.
• Fostering opportunities to raise the profile of the projects.
• Working across all communications platforms, including email, website, and social media platforms.
• Ensuring quality, maintaining brand alignment, and delivering smooth content production from start to finish.
• Assisting unit lead in meeting all unit deliverables.
• Planning and coordinating meetings and events as needed.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a degree program at a college or university, or recently awarded a Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent in English, Communications, Design, Education, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations or Related Field.
• 2+ years of writing, editing, and publications experience.
• Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
• Spanish, Polish, or Kannada language skills are a plus.
• Prior experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO) preferred.

Requirements

• Knowledge of principles, theories and methods of communications, public relations, and journalism.
• Demonstrated interest in related subject area through studies and/or work experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to write, edit, and manage all facets of a publication.
• Strong attention to detail and copyediting skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time in a virtual environment.
• Ability to work based on deadlines and write effectively for the appropriate audience.
• Experience with Canva, WordPress, and/or Drupal a plus.

Benefits

• FHI 360 contributes 7% of monthly base pay to a money purchase pension plan account.
• All US based staff working full-time receive 18 days of paid vacation per year, 12 sick days per year, and 11 holidays per year.
• Paid time off is reduced pro rata for employees working less than a full-time schedule.

Application Requirements

• Applicants are required to submit a CV and cover letter.
• The use of AI is discouraged.

Travel Requirements

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