Communication Advisor

Deutsche Gesellschaft fuer Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) in Ukraine is seeking a qualified professional for the project “Vocational Integration of Internally Displaced Persons/EU4Skills” to fill the positions of the 

Communication Advisor  (full-time, Kyiv)

The project “Vocational Integration of Internally Displaced Persons/Eu4Skills” improves the employability of internally displaced in Eastern Ukraine and supports the national reform of vocational education and training (VET). The project works through policy advise on the national level, assists planning and budgeting on the regional level and supports the implementation of initial and further training on the local level.  

Area of responsibilities:

• Coordinate communication campaigns in line with the VET communication strategy.
• Coordinate external communication service providers (e.g. appraisers, agencies, photographers, trainers, copywriters).
• Drafting of content for newsletter and other PR formats.
• Prepare and moderate online events for donor and partner organisations.
• Support the Ministry of Education and Science, the National Qualification Agency and other partner organizations in their communication activities to promote the VET reform.
• Assist in other tasks as needed.

Required qualifications, competences and experience:

• MA or post-graduate degree in Journalism, Communication or in a related field (Creative Writing, Marketing, Social Sciences etc.).
• At least 3 years professional experience in a comparable position.
• Proven experience in managing communication and outreach activities of an organization in a similar international context.
• Experience in liaising with stakeholders such as government officials, private actors, civil society and the press.
• Experience in working with social media on behalf of an organization.
• Native written and spoken Ukrainian and Russian; excellent command of the English language; knowledge of German is a strong asset.
• Knowledge of the Ukrainian government’s reform agenda, in particular in the field of VET and education.
• Very good working knowledge of IT technologies and computer applications. 
• Experienced to work in an international team.
• Good self-organisation skills and customer and service-oriented attitude.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Employment conditions

Full-time position with 40-hours working week. The contract duration is till June 2023. Frequent travel within the relevant regions is required. Starting as soon as possible.

GIZ is an equal opportunity employer and offers an attractive and challenging working environment with opportunities for skill enhancement.

Application

We are looking forward to your application in English or German, comprising your CV and a Cover letter explaining your motivation to apply for the job until COB 29 August 2022, Monday. 

By sending the application the candidate gives the consent for the personal data processing for recruitment processes solely. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stages of the recruitment process.