Vacancy Number: 1681
Reports to: Communication Director
Deadline: February 20. 2023
JOB PROFILE
The Head of Outreach & Multimedia leads the development and implementation of stakeholder outreach and engagement strategies, drives the creation and optimization of press and multimedia planning, and manages the delivery of high-profile campaigns and events, to strengthen internal and external cooperation and maximize visibility in accordance with the OPEC Fund communication strategy.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Policy development and implementation
1. Leads the development and implementation of outreach and engagement strategies with a particular focus on raising awareness in member and partner countries, delivering high-quality media coverage and ensuring internal buy-in.
2. Leads the development and implementation of communication policies, including for safeguarding multimedia assets, managing internal and external websites and complying with data privacy policies.
3. Develops and implements an annual workplan and budget with clear, measurable targets.
Content creation
1. Leads the preparation and delivery of tactical communications content (including corporate presentations and videos, press kits, investor communications, stakeholder testimonials and internal messaging)
2. Oversees the creation and distribution of press releases, multimedia and social media programming for internal and external channels.
3. Translates complex projects/policies/statements into content that matches the needs and awareness levels of target audiences.
Stakeholder management and engagement
1. Builds and cultivates an extensive network of professional contacts and subject matter experts in member & partner countries, partner organizations and press.
2. Develops and implements annual content and event calendars to coordinate internal and external communications.
3. Develops and delivers annual plans for internal engagement, media coverage, organizational outreach, executive advocacy and speaking engagements.
4. Ensures communication support (including media training) is available to other departments.
5. Advises on crisis communications, working closely with the Communication Director/Senior Management and relevant staff to develop talking points.
Leadership and direction
1. Leads a specialized outreach and multimedia team to deliver compelling, consistent and credible messaging in compliance with brand guidelines and information policies.
2. Supervises and mentors staff to ensure individual work as well as learning and development plans are established and met.
3. Drives digital innovation and advancements in communication practices and processes.
Reporting
1. Establishes an effective data collection and analysis system to measure audience & press engagement, track partnership leads, evaluate performance, and optimize promotional efforts.
2. Manages on-and-offline communication channels, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with organizational policies.
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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
1. Master’s degree in Media, Social Sciences, Journalism, International Development or related studies.
2. A minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience. Preferably, 5 years of experience within an international organization in a multi-cultural environment.
3. Fluent in English. Fluency in Arabic is a plus.
COMPETENCIES
1. Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
2. Media & digital communication expertise;
3. Extensive networking / CRM experience;
4. Robust project management and problem-solving skills;
5. Demonstrated ability to deliver results on deadline;
6. In-depth familiarity with global development landscape;
7. Cross-cultural management experience, sensitivity and respect for diversity.
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