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About Action Against Hunger
"Action Against Hunger" leads a global movement to eradicate hunger. We develop innovative solutions, advocate for change, and reach 28 million people annually with proven hunger prevention and treatment programs. As a non-profit organization operating in 55 countries, our 8,990 dedicated employees work with communities to address the root causes of hunger, including climate change, conflict, inequality, and emergencies. We strive to create a world free from hunger, for everyone, forever.
"Action Against Hunger USA" is part of the international network "Action Against Hunger". As an independent NGO, Action Against Hunger USA currently operates operations in 8 countries: Kenya, South Sudan, Somalia, Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia, Zambia and Haiti. Action Against Hunger-USA has more than $100 million in programs, and approximately 1,800 permanent employees in New York, Washington, Nairobi and country offices. Additional growth is expected.
Summary of the job vacancy
The Action Against Hunger External Relations Department is looking for a creative and resourceful social media public relations specialist who believes in the power of storytelling to increase visibility through social media in the fight against hunger. This person, familiar with international development and humanitarian issues, excels at writing and creating engaging content for social media, and has strong organizational skills to manage the content calendar and coordinate with various teams, often under tight deadlines. The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of the changing media landscape of social media, is able to track progress using data and apply effective strategies to increase brand visibility in social media. Basic video editing skills or quick mastering of the skills of creating or editing simple videos for social media, as well as basic graphic design skills to create effective graphics with information are required.
Instagram Facebook, Facebook, Youtube, X and TikTok are responsible for managing the organization's social media presence on multiple platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, X and TikTok) under the supervision of the Deputy Director of Communications and in close cooperation with the Senior Communications Specialist of Action Against Hunger.
In addition, the responsible person will monitor the indicators for the communications team, providing periodic reports on data in social media, news media and site traffic to develop a strategy on all channels. The candidate should have a general understanding of media and social media trends and provide context and ideas on best practices.
Main Job tasks of the position
- Manage social media by producing and selecting digestible and captivating multimedia campaigns and content for priority social media platforms.
- Advance an effective strategy to develop the number of followers and engagement on Action Against Hunger's social media.
- Supervise the metrics for communication (for example, social media metrics via the Meltwater platform, website metrics via Google Analytics and Youtube metrics), monitor monthly progress in clear and digestible formats and provide recommended actions based on the results.
- Contribute to the weekly content and media strategy meetings and the editorial calendar on print and digital channels.
- Collaborate with the digital marketing and direct marketing team, the partnerships team, the events team and the main donors team for campaigns and special initiatives
Job Required Qualifications and Professional Experience
- Interested Applicant must have Bachelor’s degree.
- Interested Applicant must have At least 3-5 years in communications, including social media.
- Interested Applicant must have Experience working with an international NGO.
- Interested Applicant must have Knowledge of international development and humanitarian work.
- Interested Applicant must have Experience managing and monitoring social media to raise visibility and build an engaged online community.
- Interested Applicant must have Experience in ensuring all communications adhere to brand guidelines and editorial standards.
- Interested Applicant must have Experience in the following is highly desired:
- Interested Applicant must have editing short videos for social media posts
- Interested Applicant must have basic graphic design skills for brochures or infographics
- Interested Applicant must have writing and optimizing web content
- Interested Applicant must have Experience producing communications tailored to a range of different target audiences.
- Interested Applicant must have Fluency in English
- Interested Applicant must have Other language skills are a plus
Job Required Skills & Competencies
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- Interested Applicant must have the Familiarity with broad social media trends and best practices.
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- Interested Applicant must have the Skilled problem solver, adept at identifying challenges and recommending solutions proactively.
- Interested Applicant must have the Outstanding presentation skills and general communications skills across diverse teams with differing technical backgrounds.
- Interested Applicant must have the Ability to translate highly technical source material into compelling, accessible content for a general audience.
- Interested Applicant must have the Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with the confidence, judgment, and maturity to take the lead when necessary or let others lead when appropriate.
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HOW TO APPLY
Interested Applicant should apply via this link below
