Communications Intern – The Global Fund, Geneva

Internship Opportunities with the Global Fund’s Access to Funding Department

There are three internship opportunities in the Access to Funding Department at the Global Fund Secretariat, Geneva, Switzerland, starting 3 July 2017.

Communications intern: Undertake a broad range of communications projects, for internal and external audiences, supporting the overall access to funding process. Help compile, write and edit content for reports, PowerPoint presentations and the Global Fund website. Provide support to the production of key documentation for senior management reviews of funding applications. Take meeting minutes and synthesize outcomes. Identify lessons learned and issues for follow up. Develop new multi-media materials (visual guides, infographics, etc.) to support applicants.

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 PowerPoint and Excel.
  • Self-motivated, detail oriented and delivers on time.
  • Ability to work in an environment with people from a variety of cultural backgrounds.
  • Available full time or near full time for a six-month period, with a start date of 3 July 2017.

Desirable additional qualifications:

  • Good working knowledge of French or Spanish or Russian.

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 26 May, 2017. 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 have completed your 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)
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Junior Communications Officer (Internship) – GICHD, Geneva

The Geneva International Centre for Humanitarian Demining (GICHD) is offering an internship placement of one year, to junior professionals who recently graduated in fields such as communications, marketing, public relations, digital media, journalism, or, possibly, in the field related to international relations.

The internship is supervised by the Communication team in the External Relations and Communication division. The Junior Communication Officer works with and supports the fast-paced and dynamic Communication Team, where s/he will be coached on assigned responsibilities, such as:

  • Drafting of content (mainly in English) for publications, websites, social media channels and newsletters
  • Assisting in the creation of presentations, flyers and other outreach documents in English and French
  • Monitoring online communities and user-generated content
  • Using the content management system to upload and update information on the website
  • Assisting in the drafting, production process and dissemination of publications
  • Participating in the preparation of workshops, conferences and other events organised or attended by the GICHD, including correspondence, logistics and attendance on behalf of the GICHD
  • Consulting the media tracking system to provide data on media, publications, websites, social media and other channels mentioning the GICHD
  • Collecting and administration of photographic material to update the GICHD websites, publications as well as digital communication channels
  • Providing administrative processes support, such as consultancy contracts, expense reports, minutes of meetings, managing corporate supplies, maintenance of the documentation platform and databases.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience 

  • Recent post-graduate studies in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Digital / Social Media, Journalism, or possibly in International Relations, International Humanitarian Law, Political Sciences.
  • One year (approximately) of prior work or internship experience, preferably in organisations active in the humanitarian, development or international cooperation sector
  • Strong writing and editing skills; ability to write in different styles and to different audiences
  • Knowledge of multiple social media platforms and trends is a must
  • Excellent IT skills: proficiency in Windows is required; knowledge of content management systems is strongly desired; willingness to learn and experiment with new platforms and applications
  • Excellent knowledge of English, strong command of French are required; knowledge of German, Arabic, Spanish, Russian or Farsi an asset
  • Positive working attitude and ability to integrate a fast-paced team
  • Ability to work under time pressure and autonomously; good self-organisation skills, attention to detail are expected
  • Ability and interest to interact with colleagues of diverse cultures; respect for diversity
  • Interest in development, post-conflict reconstruction, human security, disarmament affairs

Applications 

To apply and submit your application click on this link GICHD Job Application Portal to access the online platform. Your application must be presented in English and include a detailed CV, a letter of motivation, your earliest date of availability and any other documentation you wish to present in support of your application.

For further information, please contact us at hr@gichd.org or consult the full job description click on the following link GICHD employment.

Deadline for applications: May 30, 2017

 

 

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Communications Manager – ICMC, Geneva

The International Catholic Migration Commission (ICMC) is seeking a Communications Manager,
based in Geneva, Switzerland.
The Communications Manager will work closely with ICMC’s leadership to design the Commission’s
communications strategy and oversee its implementation. She/he will be responsible for ICMC’s
communication activities and outputs, including websites, social media, e-newsletters, media and
public relations, and marketing materials.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Oversee communications policies and guidelines, manage the ICMC brand and ensure the production of high-quality work;
  • Identify and manage upcoming communications opportunities and priorities and implement
  • communication plans in collaboration with program teams;
  • Supervise communications staff at headquarters and liaise closely with staff in
  • liaison offices who have some responsibilities with communication activities;
  • Develop and cultivate relationships with international and country-based journalists to raise
  • ICMC’s profile and highlight migration issues;
  • Write and edit a variety external communication materials, such as news releases, stories, op-eds, project updates and reports;
  • Participate in field missions to gather materials, stories and social media content to be used
  • for communication purposes;
  • Manage the ICMC website, including day-to-day publication of content and longer-term renovations and development;
  • Build communications capacity within the organization by organizing training sessions for
  • staff members;
  • Develop a pool of trusted professional communicators who could serve in consultant capacity
  • to expand ICMC capacity as needed;
  • Manage ICMC’s social media channels;
  • Develop ICMC’s internal communications to better share information and knowledge and inspire improved cooperation between ICMC Headquarters and affiliated/field offices;
  • Support fundraising activities through the organization of events, production of marketing
  • materials, and leveraging ICMC’s website and social media platforms to reach a diverse set of
  • supporters;
  • Establish plans to measure and evaluate the impact of ICMC’s communications, contribute to
  • donor reporting and manage the publication of the annual report.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, Communications or relevant field;
  • University degree in related field, advanced degree and/or certificates an asset;
  • Superior communications skills, both spoken and written. Fluency in English and a second language preferable;
  • Strong leadership and people management skills;
  • Proven ability to develop and execute strategic and creative communication strategies;
  • Experience in the humanitarian sector desirable;
  • Excellent oral, editing and writing skills;
  • Strong creative problem-solving and detail oriented;
  • Ability to manage competing priorities;
  • Ability to lead, coach, motivate a diverse team.
HOWTO APPLY
Interested candidates should submit a detailed CV of maximum four pages, a motivation letter and two
professional references with full and up to date contact details via email, to Melisa Ogliastri at ogliastri@icmc.net
The closing date for receipt of applications is 30 May 2017
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Communications Intern – MMV Geneva

Medicines for Malaria Venture (MMV) is a leading product development partnership (PDP) in the field of antimalarial drug research and development. Its mission is to reduce the burden of malaria in disease-endemic countries by discovering, developing and facilitating delivery of new, effective and affordable antimalarial drugs.

MMV’s Communications team aims to raise awareness about the malaria burden, the urgent need for drug R&D, as well as the significant impact of MMV-supported medicines on the lives of those at risk of dying from malaria.We are seeking a Communications Intern to help build our online presence and support our dynamic Communications team.

The ideal candidate for the position will have a solid understanding of the current social media landscape, a keen eye for detail, and a strong interest in malaria and/or global health. In addition, the candidate must enjoy working to tight deadlines with a hardworking team. The internship will provide a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience on a range of communications tasks and on digital outreach in a PDP context. This position is for a 12-month period.

The intern will:

  • Draft, edit and schedule content for MMV’s social media platforms and select publications
  • Identify key influencers to improve outreach
  • Follow and monitor partners, donors, malaria-focused journalists/bloggers and organizations as well as relevant hashtags
  • Monitor news feeds and conduct searches for interesting content opportunities
  • Prepare engagement analytics reports to guide future strategies
  • Keep up-to-date on new social media tools and identify new opportunities
  • Monitor and update tools within the Google for Nonprofits program (e.g. AdWords and YouTube)
  • Conduct literature searches and keep generic fact documents and presentations up-to-date
  • Assist with various creative tasks, such as the development of infographics
  • Assist with editorial tasks, such as proofreading
  • Contribute to ad-hoc communications projects as needed

Education and Experience:

  • University degree in communications, digital marketing or related field
  • Previous internship experience with social media and communications
  • Experience in global health/ development issues

Technical skills required:

  • Strong English writing and editing skills; able to produce clear, concise and engaging messages
  • Good online research skills
  • Ability to compile, consolidate and organize information
  • Comprehensive understanding of building social media communities, particularly on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Google+ and LinkedIn
  • Experience with social media management tools such as Hootsuite/Sprout Social
  • Skilled at editing images and preparing graphics; good knowledge of Photoshop
  • Experience with Google AdWords an asset
  • French language skills an asset

Behavioural skills required:

  • Excellent people skills with the ability to work in a small team
  • Conscientious about meeting deadlines
  • Collaborative, creative and flexible multitasker
  • Proactive, highly organized and detail-oriented self-starter
  • Strong reporting and analytical skills
  • Passionate about social media, with a strong desire to learn about new technologies

Starting date: 12 June 2017

Preference will be given to Swiss citizens and candidates who hold a valid work permit.

Interested applicants should send their CV and a cover letter giving reasons for their interest in the position to jobs@mmv.org (link sends e-mail) before 19 May 2017. Please refer to the following code in the subject line of your email: ER-2017-07.

Recruitment agencies are kindly requested to refrain from submitting applications.

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Head of Brand Communication – Audemars Piguet, Le Brassus

Audemars Piguet draws from its unique heritage combining tradition, experience and know-how to push back the boundaries of high-end watchmaking and reinvent the rules perfectly mastered by our watchmakers.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

  • To lead the international advertising campaign development from writing briefs, pitching agencies to executing the concepts. Create corporate and product campaigns (complicated watches, core collection, women), across print, digital, TV, outdoor, and other key media and touchpoints ;
  • To oversee the brand’s publication strategy and development (catalogues, brochures, press kits, etc.).
  • To oversee all Trade Marketing development, including temporary boutique merchandising and corporate gifting program ;
  • To contribute to the evolution of the global brand communication strategy. This implies the development of policies and procedures to ensure global coherence, and strategic brand equity research and development ;
  • To lead a team of approx. 10 professionals.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • With a graduate degree in Business Administration or Economics, you have 6-8 years specialised experience in brand and digital communication in the luxury goods sector.
  • You are both creative and strategic and very much tuned into the latest trends in visuals arts and communications, offline and online, with a deep understanding and feeling for brands and luxury.
  • You speak fluent English and French.
  • You have led a team.
  • You are customer orientated and have strong communication skills especially with providers.
  • You are organised, structured and known for your analytical abilities and search for excellence and continuous improvement in everything you do. Respectful, solution driven with a positive attitude in all circumstances, you are as well a team player.
  • You have a proven track record of building brands and creating breakthrough communications.

For further information and to apply>>

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Music and Sports Communications Senior Specialist – Logitech, Lausanne

As a part of Logitech’s EMEA Consumer Communications Team, this leader will drive communications in EMEA for our Music brand (UE) and our Sports brand (Jaybird), developing awareness and interest in our UE and Jaybird brands through PR, Influencers and Social Media. This role will also support the EMEA countries and the network of agencies in the implementation of the broader strategy and programs. This position reports to the EMEA Head of Consumer Communications, but will be working closely alongside and supporting marketing colleagues in the EMEA UE and Jaybird category teams.

Your Contribution:

  • Guiding and advising on UE and Jaybird communications strategy and KPIs for EMEA in line with the global strategy set by the Global Communications team and in constant collaboration with the EMEA category teams.
  • Coordinating product launches and momentum activities across EMEA with an increased emphasis on UE and Jaybird priority countries.
  • Developing creative momentum activities, events and content with key EMEA countries and sharing best practices.
  • Building strategic and effective influencer and ambassador programs to create a network of core influencers who amplify the voice of UE and Jaybird through their social communities..
  • Driving Social Media strategy and execution for the UE and Jaybird brands across EMEA.
  • Monitoring UE and Jaybird local social properties and working one to one with countries to optimize content and results.
  • Monitoring EMEA Social Media market and proposing new opportunities for UE and Jaybird.
  • Supporting the EMEA Communications team in ensuring excellence of execution of our Communications activities across EMEA.
  • Supporting the EMEA Communications team on implementation of our cross-category Social Media strategy (content calendars, social media buying, social listening, social customer care…)

Key Qualifications:

  • Affinity to Logitech’s values – we are at our best when we are open and ourselves, humble and hungry, and when we collaborate and challenge, decide and do.
  • A team player at heart, who is able to adapt and work in teams across cultures and geographies and on multiple projects at the same time.
  • A proven record in the implementation of successful communication campaigns.
  • A true passion for music and sports, with past experience and connections within the Music and Sports industries.
  • An in depth understanding of Social Media management and a good knowledge of Digital Marketing concepts with past experience managing social presence for lifestyle brands.
  • Experience in developing and executing proactive and effective influencer and ambassadors engagement programs.
  • A creative mind with excellent verbal and non-verbal communications skills.
  • Tested ability to provide council and strategic direction to business leaders. A strategic partner that energizes teams and educates them on the most effective communications strategies for EMEA.
  • Experience managing PR and Social Media agencies to drive measurable KPIs and results.
  • Fluent in English. Knowledge of other European languages such as French and German will be a strong asset.

Experience and education:

  • Minimum 4 years’ experience doing PR and Social media in-house or in agency.
  • Degree in Business administration, Marketing or Communications.
  • #LI-ML3

For more information and to apply>>

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Associate Communications Manager – Procter & Gamble, Geneva

 

Procter & Gamble Communications is responsible for building and protecting the reputation of the company and our brands. As a Brand Communications Associate Manager, you’ll represent our brands to many outside stakeholders such as journalists, social media influencers, medical/scientific professionals, retailer and consumer associations and non–government organizations. A career in P&G Communications will enable you to demonstrate and build your skills in communications strategy and planning, public relations, collaboration with external organizations and internal business partners, advocacy, PR agency relationships, integrative thinking, foresight and scenario planning, and issues management.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Leads/manages communications strategies. Develops communications plans for brand initiatives incorporating input from the local and multifunctional teams to ensure fit for use plans and assets
  • Develops credentialing and advocacy strategies and leads/manages influencer engagement for initiatives including regional scale coordination and Industry Affairs and Relations
  • Anticipates and manages issues & crisis, and creates issues management plans and strategies
  • Manages work and capabilities of PR agencies

Desired Skills:

  • Experience in developing/executing PR plans and working with the news media (from Europe and South Asia, Middle East and Africa), social influencers and brand ambassadors.
  • Strong leadership, emotional intelligence, creative and integrative thinking
  • Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with multiple stakeholders internal and external (advocacy &influencers plans and management)
  • Demonstrated ability to anticipate and manage issues that can affect brand reputation.
  • Can effectively juggle immediate deadlines while also developing plans for future programs.
  • Experience working with a PR agency a plus.
  • Passion and understanding of sustainability in a business context is a plus
  • Digital knowledge/experience and video/multi-media production experience a plus.

Qualifications:

  • 2-3 years of public relations, communications, advocacy or similar experience either through internships or practical work experience.
  • Master in Communications/Journalism/Marketing
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills.
  • Fluent in English, knowledge of the Arabic language is a plus.

Procter & Gamble is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For further information and to apply>>

 

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Marketing, Sales and Promotion – The Public Speaking School, Geneva

The Public Speaking School is looking for a ROCK STAR for our communication company with a difference.

We have an exciting and unique opportunity for a creative self-starter who has a strong interest in transforming how the world presents and speaks in public. We are looking for an energetic and initiative-taking person who knows how to get things done in marketing, sales and promotion.

The ideal candidate has:

  • proven success in marketing
  • a great attitude
  • a perfect command of written and spoken English
  • relevant qualifications (marketing, sales)
  • a very strong work ethics
  • an interest in communication (presentation-making, public speaking, on-camera communication)
  • a hunger to achieve something extraordinary in their lifetime

This is a commission-based position, ideal as part-time, with attractive earning potential and a ground floor opportunity.

Remote working is a possibility. If you think that you have what it takes to join our team, we would love to hear from you!

Please send your CV with a letter outlining why you think that this job would be a good fit for you to:  info@thepublicspeakingschool.com

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Public Relations Director – The English Speaking Cancer Association

The English Speaking Cancer Association (ESCA) is currently searching for a part-time, salaried Public Relations (PR) Director to develop and execute a strategy to increase our visibility and the number of people served.  For the full job description, visit the ESCA website.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Serve as an ambassador of the mission of ESCA.
  • Create and implement a comprehensive and innovative public relations plan for ESCA with the goal of increasing the organisation’s visibility and attracting new clients. Identify and develop outreach opportunities, targeting key constituents, including individuals, organisations and companies, schools, churches and others.
  • Develop and implement specific outreach and marketing actions
  • Develop and implement communication plan for ESCA events and campaigns o Include social media component
  • Oversee branding of ESCA and its activities
    Solicit sponsorships from new and continuing partners for PaddleforCancer and other fundraising events.
  • Identify relevant community events and coordinate participation in these events.
  • Oversee media relations, seeking out interviews, stories, and other means for promoting
    ESCA and its services.
  • Oversee creation, production and distribution of promotional campaign materials.
  • Oversee online strategies, including social media and website.
  • Serve as team lead for outreach and communication committees and volunteer teams as needed.
  • Create other teams and work groups as needed to support outreach strategies, such as Presentations committee.
  • Work collaboratively and seamlessly with all staff and volunteers. Hire, develop and manage staff and volunteers as needed to carry out the PR strategy and activities.
  • Participate in management meetings; contribute to decision making.
  • Attend all board meetings and AGM (annual general meeting).
  • Prepare annual work plan and budget for all aspects of public relations.
  • Perform other related duties as needed to fulfill the mandate of the role.Job Knowledge and Skills:
  • Possesses strong interpersonal skills, as well as, excellent communication and presentation skills (verbal and written).
  • Works well independently and as part of a team, developing effective working relationships with board members, staff and volunteers.
  • Manages time effectively.
  • Demonstrates excellent strategic thinking and planning skills and experience, and has the ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and demonstrate results.
  • Demonstrates ability to hire, supervise, motivate and retain staff, volunteers and experts/consultants.
  • Exhibits strong supervision and delegation skills.
  • Coordinates all aspects of an event: logistics, correspondence, printed and web materials.
  • Exhibits excellent social media skills.
  • Maintains a high degree of integrity in dealing with confidential client, donor and financial information.
  • Is fluent in English and has a good working knowledge of French (bilingual preferable).

Time Commitment: .5 fte (50%)
Reports to: CEO

To apply, email a cover letter and resume/CV to  communications@cancersupport.ch.
Deadline for applications is 21 March 2017.

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Communication positions open at Médicins Sans Frontières

Médecins Sans Frontiers (Geneva) is currently recruiting for a few communications jobs for their Access Campaign:

Campaign Manager (Closing date: 22nd March 2017)

Website Redesign Project Manager (Closing date: 20th March 2017)

Press and Communications Officer (Closing date: 12th April 2017)

Visit MSF website to find out the details.

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