Media and Communication Manager

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Media and Communication Manager

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We are seeking a Media and Communication Manager to join our team to contribute to the PNG Education Sector by sharing information about Australian investment in the sector with wider audiences in new and innovative ways that can be readily understood by target audiences.

The Education Capacity Development Facility (ECDF), is an Australian Government funded program in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, managed by Palladium International Pty Ltd.

• This position is classified as Long Term Adviser A3 under the Australian Remuneration Framework (ARF)
• Contract until 30 September 2019 with option for extension/novation
• Based in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
• Apply by COB 18 November 2018

Responsibilities

The Media and Communication Manager will be responsible for the following outcomes and deliverables as part of their contractual responsibilities:

Outcomes

• Information to PNG audiences about education activities under the PNG-Australia Partnership is widely disseminated and generates positive interest;
• Products carry key messages as outlined by the Australian Government and are creative;
• All material is compliant with the branding and messaging requirements of the Australian Government;
• Strengthened people to people linkages are developed within PNG and between PNG and Australia; and
• Materials produced are compliant with Australian Government's child protection policy, gender, disability policy and other relevant social safeguards.

Deliverables

• Provide the AHC with a broad range of innovative media and communication materials, including speeches, radio and television broadcasts, media releases, Facebook posts, Tweets, and success stories, as well as photographs, short video clips, infographics and other visuals;
• Develop and execute a 2019 Media and Communication strategy and plan for approval by AHC; and
• Design social media campaigns for PNG, Australia and Pacific audiences that promote the PNG-Australia Partnership.

Ongoing Activities

• Provide media and communication support to the Australian High Commission. This will include both ECDF supported activities as well as communication products related to education investment outside of those administered by ECDF;
• Facilitate internal and external communication strategies within ECDF and its partner government departments and sub-contractors/grantees;
• Seek opportunities to collaborate with other PNG-Australia partnership development or diplomacy programs and initiatives for mutual benefit;
• Prepare and manage media events for the AHC;
• Respond to urgent or ad hoc communication, public diplomacy [JB emphasis] or promotional activity needs;
• Supervise, and guide sub-contractors and mentor junior staff on key communication activities;
• Liaise regularly with the AHC's Education and Leadership, and Public Diplomacy teams as required;
• Contribute to strategic planning and reporting including the ECDF Annual Plan, ECDF Quarterly Reports and Exception Reporting as required;
• Participate in ECDF meetings and management processes; and
• Other activities as required.

Ready to apply?

If you are interested in this role a copy of the full ToR can be found on the Palladium website.

To apply please forward a comprehensive resume together with a cover letter addressing the terms of reference including:

• Demonstrated strong writing skills, with experience in developing speeches, media releases, promotional videos, social media content, blogs and identifying other innovative approaches to convey messages;
• Demonstrated understanding of and experience in public diplomacy, communication and promotions, marketing and advocacy, preferably within a development context;
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines;
• Demonstrated networking and relationship building skills, with the ability to work effectively with senior management and as part of a team to deliver results; and
• Demonstrated ability to design and layout communication material.