28 October, 2016

6604 Communications Officer

Disability Promotion and Advocacy Association


Industry:
Non Government Organisation
Location: 
Luganville, Santo, Vanuatu
Job Hours:
Full Time
Due Date
08-Nov-16




Job Description:
The Disability Promotion & Advocacy Association (DPA) is seeking applications for a dynamic and highly motivated person to immediately fill the position of Communications Officer to join its team in Luganville, Santo.

The successful candidate will collaborate with the National Coordinator, and Coordinating Committee to develop communications strategies that will broaden organizational reach and deepen awareness of disability inclusion across Vanuatu.
The Disability Promotion & Advocacy Association (DPA) is a national umbrella body for Disabled Peoples Organizations (DPOs) in Vanuatu. It is led and managed by persons with disabilities in the country. The main purpose of the DPA Vanuatu is to advocate for the rights and promote the abilities of persons with disabilities.

All DPA staff must agree to and sign the Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct as well as agreeing to a police clearance. This is a condition of employment.

Criteria:
Qualifications and profile required:
  • University degree in a related field
  • Communications experience with a blend of advocacy and media relations an advantage
  • A track record of positioning an organization to achieve tangible outcomes in a competitive communications environment.
Knowledge & skills:
  • Excellent writing skills (English and Bislama)
  • Knowledge of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities 
  • Knowledge of current community challenges and opportunities relating to the mission of the organization
  • Knowledge of project management
  • Sound computing skills
  • Strong sense of responsibility and control
  • Well presented and personable.

        Salary:

        VT41,600 per month

        Language:

        English, Bislama

        How To Apply:
        Please send your applications with copy of CV and other relevant documentation for the above job opportunity to the email address provided below.

        Contact Person:

        Nelly Caleb

        Phone:

        (+678) 37997
        Address: 
        Not Stated

        Email:
        dpasanto@vanuatu.com.vu
        Website:
        Not Stated
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        Source:
                     27-October-16 Direct from Employer

        For further information on the above Vanuatu job please see the source or contact the employer directly.