Communication Specialist/ Спеціаліст (-ка) з комунікацій

Who We Are

At IREX we strive for a more just, prosperous, and inclusive world—where individuals reach their full potential, governments serve their people and communities thrive. 

But around the globe, persistent poverty, repression, and injustice prevent too many people form achieving their full potential.  To address these problems, we focus on people, not on vaccines, roads, or wells. We support individuals and institutions to create change in their own communities—and to create person to person bridges between nations. 

IREX works with partners in more than 100 countries in four areas essential to progress: cultivating leaders, empowering youth, strengthening institutions, and increasing access to quality education and information.

The goal of the CSO-funded United Voices in Action 2.0 (VIA 2.0) program is to empower IDPs to lead community cohesion and capable and responsive support structures, increase IDPs’ resilience, and drive Ukraine’s national recovery.    IREX engages planning processes so that Government of Ukraine - at all levels – provides resources to integrate IDPs with their host communities and supports IDPs and host communities to achieve and sustain integration by incorporating IDP and hosts community input and – where appropriate – prioritizing conflict resolution and mitigation goals. 

Communications Specialist conducts and coordinates project communication activities and ensures that project staff and partners understand and implement the project communications strategy and adhere to communications guidelines with the special focus on IREX’s implementing partner – SSS. Performs additional duties and tasks to meet the needs of the organization, team, or as assigned by supervisor.  Executes general administrative duties necessary for effective business development efforts. To include, but not limited to, proposal administration and coordination, meeting logistics and agreements, executes research and writing assignments, prepares proposal document, manages procurements and development databases, actively monitors government contract portals and identifies proposal opportunities.

Performs additional duties and tasks to meet the needs of the organization, team, or as assigned by manager. 

You will Get:

Committed, passionate, collaborative, and mission-driven colleagues who make IREX a good place to work. You will receive best-in-class learning, development, and growth opportunities, as well as a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you thrive. This includes a well-being and employee assistance program, health coverage, a flexible work schedule, a generous PTO policy, a technology stipend, a diverse and inclusive work environment, and many more benefits.

Are you the next member of our team?

Your Background & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in business management, administration, human resource management or related field,
• Minimum of 3+ years relevant work experience.
• Very good command of English Language is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills including time management, ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced working environment, and ability to remain flexible while adhering to strict deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and communications skills, both oral and written required
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Good writing skills in both English and Ukrainian Languages
• Positive attitude and willingness to support and assist colleagues. 
• Must demonstrate valid proof of unrestricted work authorization in Ukraine
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Your Daily Tasks

• Supports the design, development, and delivery of the program's comprehensive communications strategy, ensuring alignment with program goals and donor requirements.
• Supports public opinion campaign combating negative stereotypes towards IDPs, building social cohesion, creating equality and non-discrimination conditions in the community and highlighting the importance of communities working together.
• Conducts a social media campaign to increase the reach and engagement of program beneficiaries and enrich useful content for IDPs. 
• Develops and implement crisis communication plans to effectively manage and respond to sensitive or negative situations.
• Analyzes data from social media platforms and website analytics to track the performance of communications efforts. Use insights to refine content strategies.
• Stays updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, relevant laws, and regulations governing communications, ensuring the program’s compliance and proposing innovative ideas for enhancement.
• Conducts training sessions or workshops for program staff or partners on effective communication strategies and tools.
• Prepares, edit, and proofread high-quality content for social media, program announcements, press releases, and success stories.
• Develops visual elements, including photos, illustrations, videos, and infographics, for various platforms, coordinating with graphic designers when necessary.
• Mentors and guide grantees’ teams to ensure they follow CSO and IREX policies and communication guidelines.
• Provides required communications inputs to project reporting; 
• Creates and manage promotional campaigns on social media; 
• Monitors media coverage of  VIA 2.0 program events and activities;
• Engages regularly with audiences on social media, including responding to messages, comments and reviews, attracting new followers, and collaborating with other organizations and programs;
• Supports communications for VIA program events, including disseminating media invitations to public events;
• Identifies and collaborate with influencers or advocates who can amplify the program's message to a broader audience;
• Collaborates with other teams or organizations on joint communication initiatives, expanding the program's reach through partnerships;
• Travels throughout Ukraine to attend program events and meetings (if possible and according to IREX policy and the public health situation in Ukraine); 
• Processes relevant payments for vendors, while ensuring financial accuracy;
• Collaborates with the VIA 2.0 program teams to prepare, edit, and proofread social media content and provide recommendations and support for social media use, including for any technical issues; 
• Prepares success stories about program activities based on the Senior Program Managers’ request;

IREX will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments of 2008.

We conduct background checks on all successful candidates.

This position is Kyiv based and is eligible for telework.

This position is not eligible for Immigration Sponsorship.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.

All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. AA/EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

Interested candidates are asked to send CVs and Cover letters to  Відправити резюме   as soon as possible, indicating position title in the subject line. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. Position is open until filled.