Associate Multimedia Officer, the International AIDS Society (IAS), Geneva

Purpose of the Position:
The incumbent will support the multimedia, design and marketing activities of the IAS communications, and will also provide broader support to the communications activities.

Main Responsibilities:
Develop marketing materials for the IAS and the conferences;
-Develop wrap-up reports and conference materials for the Conferences;
-Develop post-production of the conferences multimedia materials;
-Brainstorm, storyboard, and pitch video and animated project concepts;
-Work with and support the communications team to constantly enhance the visual aesthetic of the IAS and push the visual creative across all platforms;
-Support daily social media content for all IAS channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn) and make recommendations for content and online communications tools;
-Design printed materials for both marketing and reports for the IAS and conferences;
-Support content creation through design and multimedia development;
-Keep up-to-date on multimedia and interactive industry standards and trends;
-Organize and streamline all audio/visual IAS and conference content;
-Coordinate with IAS communications team to develop creative, visual content that aligns with IAS branding across multiple channels for all IAS departments (e.g., programme and advocacy, membership and governance, and conference);
-Contribute to the broader activities of the Communications Team as required.
-Perform any additional tasks requested by the Senior Manager, Communications

Academic Qualifications:
-A degree in communications, multimedia, marketing, or within a creative-related field is highly favourable

Experience: (previous internships)
-At least 2 years’ experience in communications, multimedia, design and/or marketing;
-Strong experience with image compression, file correction and optimization techniques;
-A strong portfolio;
-Experience using design and multimedia platforms;
-Experience working in media.

Skills/Competencies:
-Advanced knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator;
-Basic understanding of web development, HTML & CSS + various languages, and a desire for continued learning with respect to coding UI and UX experience is necessary;
-Basic knowledge of After Effects and/or Cinema 4D is a plus;
-An elevated sense of visual style, high attention to details;
-Diverse set of illustration capabilities and interest in photography and videography would also be helpful;
-Understanding of brand identity and the tasks that are necessary to execute;
-Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of people;
-Ability to work independently and with a team to identify, explore and implement creative multimedia strategies;
-Strong organizational skills, project management skills and ability to multi-task;
-Ability to work under pressure in an international context;
-Knowledge of HIV/AIDS is a plus.

Languages:
-Fluent written and oral English language communication skills;
-Knowledge of other languages is an asset.

How to apply:
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter, in Englishand by email only, to recruitment@iasociety.org by Friday 11 November 2016. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Only candidates from Switzerland, from an EU/EFTA country or candidates already having a valid Swiss working permit will be considered.
The IAS is committed to recruiting and sustaining a skilled, effective, diverse and genderbalanced secretariat, and to the greater involvement of people living with HIV (GIPA) in all aspects of its work. People living with HIV are strongly encouraged to apply.

25 October 2016 – Head of Communications, SIB Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics, Lausanne

SIB Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics is a non-profit organization federating 65 Swiss research and service groups of experts in bioinformatics. SIB’s 800 scientists join forces to empower advances in life sciences and health by providing life scientists and clinicians with state-of-the-art bioinformatics resources, services, expertise, and training.

To enforce our team in Lausanne, we are seeking a Head of Communications.

Role purpose:
To contribute with passion and conviction to developing the SIB brand, both internally and externally, by engaging internal and external audiences through diverse communications channels that bring the institute’s strategy and priorities to life.

Responsibilities:
-Manage the SIB institutional communications and the communications team; develop and regularly review the communications strategy
-Manage and participate in the production of newsletters, press releases, annual reports and articles
-Manage and contribute to the website and social media presence
-Proof read articles and other editorial work in English, French, and German
-Write/develop speeches, letters, presentations and other material, when required
-Required knowledge and experience

Essential:
-5+ years’ experience in corporate/institutional communications, in a multicultural environment
-Proven track record in managing different communication channels and up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in social media
-Capacity to convey fundamental and complex concepts to a lay audience
-Excellent project management skills
-Fluent written and spoken English
-Excellent interpersonal skills
-Creative spirit
-Dynamic and self-starter personality

Asset:
-Life science background or experience in a life science or academic environment
-Fluent written and spoken German and/or French

To apply:
Send us your CV, motivation letter and references by email to hr@sib.swiss with “Head of Communications” as the message subject line. All documents must be in Word or PDF format.

There are two internship opportunities in the Access to Funding Department at the Global Fund Secretariat, Geneva, Switzerland, starting January 2017.

Data management intern: Maintain quality inputs to department tracking database, liaising with multiple teams in the department to source information. Analyze data and produce/update charts and standard reports and respond to ad hoc data requests. Coordinate production of surveys, collecting responses, aggregating data and generating recommendations. Prepare dashboards for executive body to support decision making. Support maintenance of database to capture information on allocation and grant amounts and key timing milestones in the funding cycle.

Governance Support: Provide support to the production of Secretariat documentation to assist senior management and an independent review body as they assess funding applications and grants. Take minutes, prepare PowerPoint presentations, synthesize outcomes. Identify lessons learned, issues for follow up, and analyze policy and operational implications of key decisions. Contribute to regular reporting to the Board by tracking and reporting on key metrics for each applicant or grant. Ensure two websites (extranets for external partners) are kept up to date; provide troubleshooting assistance as required.

How the intern can benefit from the internship:

• Obtain experience gathering information from various sources and quickly creating professional-quality, publication-ready products.
• Gain knowledge and understanding of the funding process of the Global Fund in a practical, dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Be given opportunities to learn new skills, and further develop and apply skills and knowledge acquired through existing qualifications and studies.
• Receive CHF 2,000 per month stipend for full-time internship.

Essential qualifications:

• Ability to process information from a variety of sources quickly and synthesize clear and concise communications.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Self-motivated, detail oriented and delivers on time.
• Ability to work in an environment with people from a variety of multicultural backgrounds.
• Available full time or near-full time for a six-month period, with a start date of 09 January 2016.

Desirable additional qualifications:

• Good working knowledge of French, Spanish and/or Russian.
• High level of expertise in PowerPoint

How to apply:

• Email your CV and a one-page cover letter to A2Finternship@theglobalfund.org with the subject line “Internship application: [type of internship]” before midnight Geneva time on 15 November, 2016. In your letter, explain clearly the skills, experiences and characteristics that make you especially suited to this type of internship opportunity. Clearly indicate which internship you are applying for.

Additional requirements:

• Must be a minimum 20 years old on commencement of the internship.
• Must be currently studying or has completed their studies in the last year.
• Cannot be related to a Global Fund staff member.
• If applying from Switzerland, must be in possession of a valid work permit or valid work visa on the start date of the internship. If applying from outside Switzerland, ability to travel to a Swiss consulate to apply for visa (candidates selected will be provided with a visa support letter).

Reporting to the Global Head of Marketing and Communications your tasks include:

• Researching and writing content for articles for use in IEC e-tech as well as for outside technical/trade publications; for brochures, flyers, etc. including identification of high-impact photos, tagging, verification of links, etc.
• Researching and preparing backgrounders on IEC work for different technical areas in cooperation with TC/SCs and Technical Officers
• Helping prepare content for use on the IEC website and in social media and promote such content internally and externally
• Supervising the layout of articles, brochures, etc. as well as coordinating proof-reading and approval processes
• Developing and updating content for IEC websites, blogs, Wikipedia, and social networking sites
• Contributing to IEC social media activities on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and other platforms as needed

-Technical background or high affinity with technology topics
-Degree or proven expertise in journalism or communication/PR
-English mother tongue
-Knack for writing engaging journalistic text, including articles, blogs, internet content, brochures, tweets, and so on
-Ability to use of a wide range of modern communication tools, including social media, blogs, Internet, digital media, etc
-Good project management skills
-Willingness to work towards sometimes tight deadlines
-Curious, open minded and interested in learning new things
-Easy going, diplomatic with good interpersonal skills – ability to easily integrate into a team
-Self-driven and motivated
The IEC is looking for a journalist/technical writer with a high affinity for technology topics (energy, renewables, motors, sensors, electronics, etc. etc.) for a full-time position in Geneva. Degree in journalism. Scientific/engineering background would be a plus. Must be flexible and able to write also for modern communication tools, including blog, social media, internet, tweets, etc. Curious, open minded, and interested in learning about new topics. Please contact: geh@iec.ch

Reporting to the Global Head of Marketing and Communications your tasks include:

• Researching stories about IEC contributions including on major societal challenges (energy efficiency, climate change, Smart Cities, electricity access, etc.) and disseminating them through a wide array of online and offline communication tools, including articles, brochures, blog posts, posters, flyers, web content, presentations, etc.
• Supervising and coordinating the production of such tools, including proof-reading, approval processes, search of high-impact images, tagging, links, etc.
• Developing and preparing media releases as well as building media relations on key topics
• Updating marketing and informational content for IEC websites, blogs, Wikipedia and social networking sites
• Contributing to IEC social media activities on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and other platforms
• Preparing or directing the development of audiovisual and interactive content for use on websites and in social media
• Providing support to improving IEC brand use

-Strong background in communications, ideally with a communication agency background
-English mother tongue
-Degree in journalism or communication/PR
-Knack for writing engaging text including for articles, blogs, internet content, presentations, brochures, marketing materials, tweets, Facebook entries, and so on
-Ability to use of a wide range of modern communication tools, including social media, blogs, Internet, digital media, etc.
-Good project management skills
-Ability to see/address and incorporate different viewpoints with natural diplomacy and good grace
-Good project management skills
-Willingness to work towards sometimes tight deadlines
-Curious, open minded and interested in learning new things
-Easy going, diplomatic with good interpersonal skills – ability to easily integrate into a team
-Self-driven and motivated

Please contact: geh@iec.ch