Technical Officer, NIWL Social Media

At FHI 360's National Institute for Work and Learning (NIWL), we believe that access to quality education and fulfilling work empowers people to reach their highest potential. NIWL designs, runs, and evaluates programs focused on education and employment to help young people find fulfilling careers, contribute to their communities, and live successful lives. For more than fifty years, our work has created economic opportunity, stronger communities, and brighter futures for people around the world. NIWL is housed under U.S. Programs.

The Technical Officer, NIWL Social Media will support NIWL projects on a temporary part-time (24 hours a week) basis until end of August by:

Assisting in the creation and delivery of social media content, organizational materials and announcements, events and other deliverables pertaining to project communications. Focusing on developing and delivering clear, concise and coordinated messaging across multiple communications vehicles and on fostering opportunities to raise the profile of the projects. Working across all communications platforms, including email, website, and social media platforms. Ensuring quality, maintains brand alignment, and delivers smooth content production from start to finish. Assisting unit lead in meeting all unit deliverables. Planning and coordinating meetings and events as needed.

Accountabilities:

• Develop social media content, applying appropriate branding

• Update learning resources for projects, including new branding templates and revising content

• Assist in writing and reviewing project content, including News/blog entries

• Assist with website management as needed

• Copyedit learning content, presentation slides, collateral materials, etc.

• Support any global or live events as needed

• Participate in meetings with project teams to learn about learning and workforce development strategies and goals, learning content development, and program implementation

• Assist with project-related administrative tasks as needed

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

• Knowledge of principles, theories and methods of communications, public relations, and journalism.

• Demonstrated interest in related subject area through studies and/or work experience.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to write, edit, and manage all facets of a publication.

• Strong attention to detail and copyediting skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage time in a virtual environment

• Ability to work based on deadlines and write effectively for the appropriate audience.

• Experience with Canva, WordPress, and/or Drupal a plus

Education:

• Currently enrolled in a degree program at a college or university, or recently awarded a Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent in English, Communications, Design, Education, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations or Related Field.

Experience:

• 2+ years of writing, editing, and publications experience.

• Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.

• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.

• Spanish, Polish, or Kannada language skills are a plus.

• Prior experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO) preferred.

Typical Physical Demands:

• Remote office environment.

• Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.

• Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs.

Technology to be Used:

• Personal Computer/Laptop,

• Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams),

• Cell phone/mobile technology,

• Reliable, high-speed internet,

• Canva, WordPress, MailChimp, social media platforms

Travel Requirements:

• 0%

Application Requirements:

Applicants are required to submit a CV and cover letter. The use of AI is discouraged

The expected US Based hiring salary range for this role is listed below. Candidates FHI 360 pay ranges represent national averages that vary by geographic location. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, business sector, and budget.

Base salary is only one component of our offer. FHI 360 contributes 7% of monthly base pay to a money purchase pension plan account. Additionally, all US based staff working full-time, which is calculated at 40 hours/week, receive 18 days of paid vacation per year, 12 sick days per year, and 11 holidays per year. Paid time off is reduced pro rata for employees working less than a full-time schedule.

US Based Hiring Salary Range: USD 60,000 - 68,000 annually

"International hiring ranges will differ based on location"

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