The
World Water Council is an independent, international
organisation that promotes sustainable water management throughout the world. It
has more than 400 member organisations including governments, non-governmental
organisations, businesses, professional networks and research institutions,
based in over 50 countries. The World Water Council brings sound information and
knowledge on water-related issues into the public domain to raise awareness and
create political will to improve access to water and sanitation and manage water
wisely. Every three years, the World Water Council organizes the World Water
Forum with over 15,000 participants from around the world. The World Water
Council’s multi-cultural and dynamic headquarters in Marseille, France employs
highly motivated individuals on an equal opportunity basis.
Terms of
Reference
Communications and Media Executive
Work percentage: 100%
Duration: CDD cadre
Duty
station: World Water Council, Marseille, France
Reporting to: President
Job
description
Under
the supervision of the President, the Communications and Media Executive
develops i) communications strategy, ii) media strategy and networking; iii)
public relations and iv) administration and management support in close
working relationships
with the
World Water Council staff.
The
Communications and Media Officer will carry out the following tasks, in close
collaboration with the President, Bureau, Board and staff members:
1.
Communications strategy and activities
·
Draft the World Water Council communications strategy and
workplan, which should remain flexible and adaptive;
·
Co-ordinate the World Water Council’s presence (i.e. stand, logo
use, identity) at the 6th World Water Forum;
·
Develop the World Water Council communications tools, systems
and products, including website(s), IT platforms, blogs, printed materials,
video, photos etc. in liaison with the staff;
·
Co-ordinate
the production of brochures, hand-outs, promotional videos, photographs, films
and multimedia material
in
liaison with the staff.
2. Media
strategy and networking
·
Develop and lead the implementation of a media strategy for the
World Water Council, including the operations of the Water Media Centre;
·
Coordinate all World Water Council media aspects of the 6th
World Water Forum;
·
Compile an address book and maintain press relations for the
development of an extensive and effective network of media contacts;
·
Oversee the production of press briefs, press releases, OPEDs,
articles, background briefs for the preparation of press
conferences, press events and briefings, interviews, etc.,
in close
liaison with the staff;
·
Monitor the WWC’s image in the media and provide monthly reports;
·
Analyze, evaluate and modify the organization or campaign
strategies accordingly;
·
Mobilize resources to support campaigns and media work.
3.
Public Relations
·
Support the image of the World Water Council through Public
Relations efforts and campaigns;
·
Co-ordinate the World Water Council’s engagement with and
presence at major relevant (international) events.
4.
Administration and Management Support
·
Carry out administrative duties required to function within the
World Water Council Secretariat;
·
Develop and use annual and quarterly work plans to guide work and
deliver results;
·
Ensure translations of World Water Council documentation.
QUALIFICATIONS
·
Relevant Masters degree or higher qualification (in
communication, social or political sciences or humanities);
·
At least 7 years experience and strong understanding of media at
all levels;
·
Experience in developing synthetic background papers in a short
period of time;
·
Excellent presentation and communications skills and the ability
to write clear and concise issue briefs and reports in English;
·
Experience in working as part of a team to deliver key outputs on
time and within budget.
·
Besides fluency in English, knowledge of French and other
languages;
·
Demonstrated understanding of major policy issues surrounding
water management and development;
APPLICATIONS
Interested candidates who meet the selection requirements are requested to send
their curriculum vitae and a letter of motivation in English. This letter should
explain the candidate’s experience in carrying out the above tasks and his/her
fulfilment of the specified qualifications. The candidates need to present the
names and contact details of 3 references, including one recent employer.
Applications can only be done through e-mail and should be received by the World
Water Council no later than 25 August 2011 to the attention of:
Mrs.
Valérie Bistagne
Director
– Administration and Finance
World Water Council
E-mail:
recruitment@worldwatercouncil.org
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