Progressive Voice is seeking a Media and Communications Officer who will be working under the supervision of the Advocacy Director in developing and implementing communications strategies and campaigns. The Media and Communications Officer will maintain PV’s website, develop strategy for and manage the organization’s social media accounts and mailing lists, and create visual contents for dissemination. The position requires excellent interpersonal skills to maintain smooth internal and external communication with staff, partners and other project collaborators in English and Burmese language. Confidence in handling basic IT skills will be essential.
This is a position for a principled human rights professional who has a strong commitment to, and understanding of, human rights issues in Myanmar and ability to demonstrate sensitivity in working with vulnerable, marginalized and disenfranchised communities.
Interested candidates are requested to submit a cover letter, CV, and two contact details of references in English. Only complete applications will be reviewed. We will not be able to notify all applicants unless they are chosen for an interview. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit a writing sample. Please email your application to: info@progressive-voice.org with the subject heading “Application: Media and Communications Officer”. Deadline for application is 10 October, 2022. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
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