Application Deadline : 3 Feb 2013
World Bank requires applications from the candidates for the post of Senior Communications Officer. The nature of job is professional and technical and the job location is Washington, DC. English is the essential language.
Qualifications and Experience :
• Masters degree (Communications, International Relations/Public Affairs, Economics, or other related field) plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience or a BA plus at least 13 years of relevant work experience.
• Thorough knowledge of and practical experience in full range of communications approaches, tools and methodologies essential to planning, executing, and monitoring communications strategies including the latest technologies, Web trends and developments, and the shifting communications environment; prior editorial experience, preferably in journalism desired.
• Experience leading teams, setting the direction, defining business strategy and goals, establishing metrics and monitoring progress on achieving results, as well as responsibility for managing day-to-day operations, including budget.
• State of the art knowledge in the field of communications and public affairs and the ability to address a range of issues, including taking the lead on highly visible and sensitive assignments:
Substantial and diverse experience in creating and shaping a knowledge and communications strategy and in running an integrated multimedia communications operation.
Ability to develop and tailor complex content/information into clear messages in an accessible way to different audiences
Ability to effectively manage sensitive communications challenges that may involve reputation risk to the institution and/or affect the ability of the organization to achieve its objectives• Exceptional communication skills, strong writing skills, and experience publicly representing organizations, whether in speaking engagements or meeting with senior representatives.
• Demonstrated ability to manage/lead others in planning and executing complex communications plans that often require multiple teams.
• Ability to operate effectively with all levels of staff, both as a team leader and team member.
• Prior substantive work experience in achieving results on the ground in more than one world region (including pre-Bank experience and Bank experience). Experience working in developing countries.
• Proven track record of building, managing and coaching teams, and working with staff at all levels to encourage and develop talent.
• Proven ability to think strategically and rapidly analyze diverse information from varied sources and an ability to learn, adapt, and to be innovative as new communications challenges arise.
• Experience leading a branding strategy and managing a valuable brand.
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