Communications Officer

Job Summary

The Communications Officer for CRS Philippines works closely with the CRS PH Communications Manager and Program Teams to create content and to ensure strategic alignment of communications, consistent messaging and a strong brand identity. The Communications Officer creates content and uses effective communications channels to reach several different audiences and help increase CRS Philippines positioning for funding and influence. This includes stories, multimedia and reports as required, as well as ensuring CRS’ compliance with donor branding and marking requirements.

Specifically, this position will support CRS Philippines’ projects and initiatives in climate resilience, livelihoods and land restoration. 

Roles and Key Responsibilities

• Co-develop CRS Philippines Communications Plan together with the Communications Manager
• Write, design and manage the production of creative and compelling communication and marketing material –stories, photos, video, fact sheets, brochures, etc. - for various audiences, including public and private donors, local and national governments, local Church, partners, media and others as needed. 
• Coordinate freelancers in the production of the above marketing materials as needed. 
• Develop IEC materials tailored fit for specific audiences and aligned with the programmatic goals of CRS projects
• Support the procurement processes for licenses, equipment and applications needed to implement the Country Program’s (CP’s) communications plan.
• Use and tailor agency messages for each audience and identify and utilize effective distribution channels to disseminate communications materials to key audiences.
• As appropriate, manage social media channels and create content for platforms like Facebook. LinkedIn and X (Twitter). 
• Develop and maintain relationships with local media and help identify opportunities to reach key audiences, and coach country program staff in effective local media representation. 
• Support the dissemination of relevant information among personnel, partners, project participants, or other relevant actors related to the CP.
• Manage and coordinate the staging of CRS Philippines events, e.g. forums, conferences, workshops, webinars, etc.
• Provide marketing and communications support for events, including signage, handouts, talking points, photos, liaising with media, etc., and convene local media whenever a CRS event takes place.
• Support the creation of processes, manuals and training for CP staff and partners on issues related to communications, marketing, and media created for the development of the CP.

Basic Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, or related fields; experience working with INGOs or UN agencies, is an advantage.
• Minimum three years marketing and communication experience, ideally for an NGO or an organization in development and relief programming. 
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and desktop publishing skills is required.
• Experience in Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign and Canva, is strongly desired.
• Experience in video production

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities  

• Demonstrated track record of successfully disseminating information to a variety of target audiences.
• Ability to influence without direct authority.
• Ability and desire to work well with diverse employees and customers in a cooperative and friendly manner. 
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with indigenous peoples 

Required Languages: English and Filipino.  

Travel: Must be willing and able to travel up to 30%. 

Supervisory Responsibilities: None