The Greater Mekong region is one of the biologically richest places on the planet; its varied natural resources support the livelihoods and well-being of millions of people in mainland Southeast Asia. WWF-Greater Mekong (GM) – on the ground in Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam – is working to conserve the region’s biodiversity and build a secure and sustainable future for people and wildlife.
WWF is seeking an experienced Communications Director who is responsible for advancing WWF-Greater Mekong’s (WWF-GM) conservation and marketing agenda through targeted, innovative communications that reach and catalyze change in key constituencies. The Communications Director is responsible for building and maintaining positive profile for WWF’s work through impactful media and outreach across key external online and offline communications channels; delivering compelling stories and events that reinforce WWF’s brand, while supporting regular and efficient sharing and exchange of information through effective internal communications.
The Communications Director leads the development and implementation of WWF-GM’s communications strategy, including communications / media policies, procedures and systems, in line with the WWF-GM Strategic Plan and Network Standards for communications.
Base location: Bangkok, Thailand
Key requirements:
- Degree in communications, media, marketing or related subject;
- At least seven years senior relevant professional experience;
- Proven success record in advocacy / change communications;
- Proven track record in designing and delivering successful communications strategies
- Experience leading and participating in multi-disciplinary teams and building consensus, optimism and confidence in the face of challenges and pressure while charting new territory for the organisation
- Familiarity with a wide range of communication tools and approaches, their potential impact and their suitability for an organisation like WWF
- Long-term planning and analytical skills, as well as demonstrated ability to multi-task and work effectively to tight deadlines without compromising quality
- Strong interpersonal skills are essential, as are skills in partnership development and the ability to develop relationships with a wide range of audiences.
- Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal in English, supported by good computer and digital skills
How to apply
Detailed Job Description [1] for this position can be found at WWF’s website: www.panda.org/jobs [2] and www.panda.org/greatermekong [3] under Jobs.
Interested candidates should email a cover letter and curriculum vitae in English to [email protected] by 21 September 2014.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
“WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.”