oxfam

Media and Communication Officer Building and Deepening Resilience in Eastern Indonesia Project Based in Jakarta, Indonesia Fixed Term contract (Cover Maternity Leave 4,5 months) Who are we? Oxfam GB is a leading aid, development and campaigning charity with a worldwide reputation for excellence and over 60 years of experience. Our purpose is to work with others to overcome suffering and find lasting solutions to poverty. Be part of a dynamic working environment. The role: Under the supervision of the DRR/CCA Coordinator, the Media and Communications Officer will provide communications skills in non-media external relations strategy and internal communications within Oxfam(s) for all activities related to the implementation of the “Building & Deepening Resilience in Eastern Indonesia” and otherprogrammes. . The requirement: Essential Skill and Competencies: - Commitment to Oxfam’s overall aims and beliefs, including strong commitment to gender, diversity issues, equal opportunities and capacity building - At least 3 years experiences as a working journalist or public relations consultant/media officer in a non-government organization or private companies. - Education to a degree level in a relevant discipline - Have a good news-sense and an ability to react quickly to maximize media opportunities to promote Oxfam’s aims and campaigns in the media. - Analytical skills with knowledge and good understanding on global and national development issues. - Proven extensive contact with editors and journalists from media throughout Indonesia. - Ability to work as part of a multi-cultural team and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing - Fluency in both written and spoken Bahasa Indonesia and English - Computer literacy in word processing, spreadsheets and presentation software. - Willingness to work flexible hours and to travel frequently within countries and overseas. - Experience in working in multi-sectoral programme and ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure and to deadlines Desirable Skill and Competencies: * Understanding of women empowerment and gender issues * Good understanding of relief, DRR, and development issues, preferably in the context of complex emergency situation with experience of or ability to work directly with local NGOs and communities * Experience with website development and administration How to apply If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, Please apply by send your application to Jakarta@oxfam.org.uk The closing date: 16th August2012 Only short listed candidates will be contacted.