MA'AN Development Center


Job Vacancy


Communications and Advocacy Coordinator



Purpose

The purpose of the Communications and Advocacy Coordinator is to work with the General Director and the various departments of the Center to ensure the proper implementation of the center’s Advocacy strategy as well as to ensure that all publications are prepared, followed up, and disseminated to relevant bodies.

Communications and Advocacy Coordinator
 Prepare and manage the media and advocacy strategy plan
 Prepare and supervise the production of the organization’s English and Arabic publications including newsletter, annual reports, pamphlets, brochures, etc.
 Oversee and supervise factsheets and other advocacy work
 Write proposals and concept papers, mainly for advocacy projects
 Prepare progress reports for donors
 Manage advocacy projects within budget and on schedule
 Responsible for the timely collection of center activities that will be uploaded to the website
 Write press releases and communicate with the media (print, electronic and new/alternative), maintain and broaden engagement with media at the national and regional level.
 Represent the organization advocacy groups and meetings

Reporting:
Reports to the Director General

Requirements:
Education and Experience
• BA with five years experience or MA with three years in social sciences, English, development, media, communication, advocacy or other relevant fields.
• Dealing with international and national media outlets
• Familiarity with the Palestinian context and the role of NGOs within this context.
Skills:
• Strong communication skills.
• Excellent written and spoken Arabic and English.
• Proficiency in WinWord, Excel, Access, and MS Project.
• Proficient skills in cooperation and team-building.

Personal Attributes:
• Readiness to work within a team.
• Willingness to work under stress and a heavy workload.
• Ability to form good relationships with colleagues and partners.


All interested candidates should send a detailed CV and a cover letter. The cover letter should include the applicant's expectations of the position and how his/her qualifications relate to the vacancy. Please send CVs identifying the post you are applying for, to MA'AN Development Center at: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN February 20th 2010
No Phone calls, please: Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

MA'AN Development Center is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages women to apply for this position
Website: www.maan-ctr.org

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