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World Bank

Senior Communications Officer, Campaigns and Social Media, GPE

World Bank, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


Senior Communications Officer, Campaigns and Social Media, GPE

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Organization: World Bank

Sector: Communications

Grade: GG

Term Duration: 3 years 0 months

Recruitment Type: International Recruitment

Location: Washington, DC, United States

Required Language(s): English

Preferred Language(s): French

Closing Date: 11/20/2024 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC

Description

Are you a very passionate advocate for education? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of children? The Global Partnership for Education Secretariat (GPE) would like to hear from you.

Who We Are

GPE is a shared commitment to end the world’s learning crisis. It is the only global partnership and fund dedicated entirely to helping children in lower-income countries get a quality education, so they can unlock their potential and contribute to building a better world.

What We Do

GPE helps low- and lower-middle-income countries to build stronger education systems so that all children can get the education they need to thrive. We currently support nearly 90 countries where the needs are greatest and focus on reaching the children who are the most vulnerable, including girls, children with disabilities and those affected by extreme poverty or conflict.

ABOUT THE JOB

This position will be based initially in Washington, DC.

Role and Responsibilities

Campaign Strategy and Leadership : Develop and lead the execution of global communications campaigns, including managing strategy, stakeholder relationships, and team coordination.

Manage relationships with external creative firms and partner organizations to ensure seamless delivery of campaign objectives.

Help build and maintain relationships with media partners, donors, and influencers to expand GPE’s reach.

Social Media Strategy Management : Oversee GPE’s social media strategy across multiple platforms.

Content Development and Brand Management : Lead the creation of multimedia content, ensuring consistency with GPE’s brand guidelines.

Political and Strategic Messaging : Craft and refine messaging aimed at influencing political leaders, donors, and partner countries.

Contract and Vendor Management : Lead the management of external vendors and consultants involved in campaign execution.

Stakeholder Relations : Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders to amplify GPE’s messages and campaigns.

Team Leadership and Collaboration : Provide leadership and mentorship to junior team members.

Reputation Management : Monitor and manage GPE’s brand reputation through social media and digital channels.

Public Policy Support : Provide strategic communications support for GPE’s public policy engagements.

Selection Criteria

Education/Experience : Bachelor’s degree with 10 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience.

Competencies : Accountability & Results Focus, Adaptability, Collaboration & Teamwork, Communication & Interpersonal Skills, Planning & Organizing, Campaigns and Social Media, Conceptual and Analytical Skills, External Relations, Relationship Management, Representation Skills.

BENEFITS FOR THIS POSITION

Term appointments include, but are not limited to, medical benefits, Staff Retirement Plan, financial assistance program, life & disability insurance, comprehensive leave policy (minimum 26 days/annum) and parental leave policy (50-100 days).

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, creed, race, color, ethnicity, sexual orientation or disability.

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