The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries, the IRC aims to restore safety, dignity, and hope to millions uprooted and struggling to endure.

Context of the Assignment

The IRC is conducting research on access to the asylum procedure in Italy. Even though, according to current legislation in Italy, access to the asylum procedure should be guaranteed to all aspiring asylum seekers in a timely manner, the exercise of the right to asylum is hindered if not actually prevented-in numerous cities. This work seems to arise from the need to shed light on the critical nature of this situation and to propose solutions to the problems encountered in the various territories. The report aims to address the issue of barriers to access to asylum in Italy through the direct experience of multiple civil society realities operating in various Italian territories, through the analysis of reports and additional publicly available sources, as well as court decisions upholding the right of access to the asylum procedure.

Purpose of the Assignment

The Communication Consultant will ensure that the report is widely disseminated to Italian media and will liaise with international IRC Communication staff to ensure coordination among communication efforts in Italy and in foreign countries.

Scope of work

Specific objectives of the assignment

The Communication Consultant will study the material produced to assess the data and information that may have a greater interest for the press and identify the messages to be prioritized.

The consultant will create an ad hoc contact list for the dissemination of the report, which will have to be validated by the Legal and Advocacy Advisor, disseminate the material produced, and handle media requests.

Deliverables

• Press note drafting;

• Distribution list;

• Report preview on media outlets and web;

• Press note dissemination;

• Organization of post-launch interviews agency/radio/web/TV outlets;

• Press review.

Timeframe

The assignment will last 1 month.

Proficiencies and skills

• Communication

• Media Relations

Agreement and payment terms

The specific details of the agreement, including the scope of work, timelines, deliverables, intellectual property rights, and any other pertinent provisions, will be negotiated and outlined in the contractual agreement to ensure clarity, transparency, and mutual understanding between IRC and the consultant/group of consultants.

Standard of Professional Conduct: IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability and Equality. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Harassment-Free Workplace, Fiscal Integrity, Anti-Retaliation, Combating Trafficking in Persons and several others.

Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of IRC Persons in any work setting.

Gender Equality: IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances.

Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, nationality, ethnicity or tribe, gender, age, religion, caste, sexual orientation, differently abled, geographic origin, marital status, veteran status and cultural background (or any other characteristic protected by law). We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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Qualifications

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Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you successfully managed communication during a crisis?	This question assesses your ability to handle communication under pressure.	Provide a specific example that highlights your skills in crisis management.
How do you prioritize messages for a diverse audience?	This question evaluates your understanding of audience segmentation and messaging.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use for effective media relations?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of a successful press release you drafted?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure compliance with organizational values while communicating sensitive information?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.