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Senior Communications Specialist (1761)

CHF International | Apply By 19 February 2010

CHF International's mission is to be a catalyst for long-lasting positive change in low- and moderate-income communities around the world, helping them to improve their social, economic and environmental conditions.

Senior Communications Specialist

CHF International’s mission is to be a catalyst for long-lasting positive change in low- and moderate-income communities around the world, helping them to improve their social, economic and environmental conditions.

CHF seeks a Senior Communications Specialist for a six month short term contract. The Senior Communications Specialist will produce communications materials and outreach for private sector audiences in order to diversify CHF International’s funding sources and awareness of our work among corporate audiences. S/he will work with the Communications Manager, the Resource Development Manager and other colleagues to develop CHF’s Corporate Engagement Strategy; produce communications materials aimed at the Private Sector across multiple media; and liaise with Private Sector partners regarding messaging, branding and other pertinent areas. Additionally the Specialist will undertake PR campaigns based on CHF’s work with the Private Sector; work with colleagues to arrange conferences and events involving the Private Sector; and manage vendors and contractors such as a PR Agency, external designers and printers.

Rrequired Skills

Minimum five years experience in Communications and Media Relations, in a private sector setting or working directly with the private sector. Experience with multinational corporations preferred.

Bachelor’s degree required in a relevant subject (English, Communications, Business, Marketing).

Exceptional oral and written communication skills required. Must be able to write and edit compelling text in standard written English targeted at specific audiences.