(N-25-17) Regional Communications Officer

Support communications and outreach strategies for the Wyss Academy in South America.

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Overview

Support communications and outreach strategies for the Wyss Academy in South America.

You have:

  • Master's Degree or BA with equivalent experience in Communications, journalism or other related fields, ideally related to the relationship of nature and people or sustainability.
  • 8 years of professional experience in similar positions in an international and cross-cultural work environment, preferably within a scientific environment.
  • Experience working across disciplines, cultures and with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Experience with stakeholder engagement and policy dialogue is an asset.
  • Experience with knowledge management and learning processes is an asset.
  • Working knowledge on event organization and management is an asset.
  • Studies on communication for development; strategic communication; corporate/institutional communications or scientific communications.
  • Knowledge of scientific communication is an asset.
  • Working knowledge of design software and multimedia production is an asset.
  • Advance skills in information and computer technology (ICT, including CRM).
  • Comprehensive knowledge, experience and understanding of communication as an integral part of societal transformation.
  • Excellent communication skills and fluency in Spanish and English both written and oral.
  • Competences: Human-centered mindset, systems thinker, outstanding listener and communicator, impact-driven, proactive and creative. Combination of strong teamworking skills and independence.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience in developing communications strategies for conservation initiatives? The interviewer wants to understand your direct experience and approach to crafting effective communication strategies. Provide an example where you developed a strategy that impacted conservation efforts.
How do you engage stakeholders and ensure their voices are heard in communication materials? This question assesses your stakeholder engagement skills and methods. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a successful event you organized. What made it successful? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
In your previous roles, how did you handle difficulties when dealing with cross-cultural teams? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What methods do you use to evaluate the effectiveness of communication campaigns? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Give me an example of how you utilized social media for outreach in your previous positions. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure adherence to branding guidelines in your communication efforts? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What role do you think communication plays in societal transformation, especially in sustainability issues? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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