Deadline: 9 October 2015
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Senior Communications Officer based in Manila, Philippines.
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Key Job Responsibilities
The Senior Communications Officer will perform the following functions-
- Manages the day-to-day operation of ADB Avenue, a site within MyADB, designed to promote the sharing of information, ideas, and experiences in close coordination with relevant departments/offices
- Plans and manages editorial calendar for ADB Avenue and writes and edits content
- Supports managing the MTR blog site, including coordinating with departments/offices within ADB
- Ensures up-to-date articles on ADB initiatives and innovations on ADB Avenue and MTR blog site
- Provides editorial support for ADB Today, and contributes ideas to enhance efficiencies and improve content
- Supports DER’s role as the editorial advisor for MyADB
- Cross-promotes new items on internal communication platforms
- Monitors and analyzes readership statistics for internal communication platforms
- Undertakes editorial assignments to write articles on relevant ADB projects to be featured on digital platforms.
- Works closely with DER’s Content Group to provide writing and editing support as needed.
- Support marketing of stories and country specific content on internal communication platforms including MyADB
- Contributes in developing and implementing communication plans for ADB-wide internal events and initiatives, such as Management’s town hall meetings and knowledge-sharing events
- Assists in the implementation of other key events and initiatives carried out by DER, as needed
- Contributes to the smooth running of the Corporate Communications Team by performing back-up functions/roles, including for supervisor, as required
- Undertakes special projects to support communication initiatives, campaigns and events
- Performs other duties and ad hoc assignments as may be assigned and reflected in the incumbent’s workplan
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have-
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, international development, public relations, journalism, or related fields, preferably with Master’s Degree or its equivalent.
- At least 8 years of experience in communications-related fields, preferably as a writer or editor for print and online materials, in a reputable organization.
- Proficient in the use of standard office software programs including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Powerpoint; working knowledge of HTML and the use of content management systems.
- Ability to plan, coordinate, oversee, administer, and work independently, as appropriate.
- Customer-focused marketing and innovative thinking.
- Strong analytical and reporting skills.
- Knowledge and understanding of ADB’s policies and operations, guidelines and procedures.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact effectively with all levels of ADB staff and external parties.
- Ability to work closely with multi-disciplinary team and turn diverse inputs into a cohesive plan.
- Strong ability to develop relationships and to work with cross-functional groups.
- Excellent creative, leadership and interpersonal skills.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through online process.
For more information, please visit ADB.
