Communication Officer

About Secours Islamique France:

Since its founding in 1991, Secours Islamique France considers that diversity is a wealth. We study therefore all applications to the extent that they present the skills required for the position to be filled.

Our Organization is particularly concerned with the ethical and deontological dimensions in all its activities. we therefore reserve the right to systematically check criminal records during the recruitment process, in accordance with current law. In line with this policy, SIF practices zero tolerance towards any type of fraud, corruption, harassment, abuse, or violence of any nature whatsoever, and, more generally, any violation of legislation, regulations, or the code of conduct established internally.

SIF is a humanitarian organization, and the principle of “Do no harm” is therefore central: we ensure that respect and the safety of the children we support in our projects is a primary consideration for all our collaborators and partners. Our charter is a real commitment: we mobilize all of our staff in the promotion, dissemination and respect for the principles laid down.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

Achieving our mission begins with how we build our team and work together. Through our commitment to enriching our organization with people of different origins, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, we are better able to leverage the collective power of our teams and solve the world’s most complex challenges. We strive for a culture of trust and respect, where everyone contributes their perspectives and authentic selves, reaches their potential as individuals and teams, and collaborates to do the best work of their lives.

We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening and evolving to become more diverse, equitable, and inclusive than we are today.

Position Summary:

The Communication Officer will support the School Meal Program by developing and implementing effective communication strategies to promote the program's impact and achievements. This role includes managing social media, developing content, and coordinating media coverage to enhance the program's visibility and outreach..

Documentation and Content Creation:

• Capture high-quality photographs and videos of program activities, beneficiaries, and events to visually document the impact of the School Meal Program.
• Develop compelling case studies and success stories that highlight the achievements and positive outcomes of the program.
• Assist in drafting and editing content for reports, newsletters, and other communication materials to effectively convey the program's progress and impact.

Media and Public Relations:

• Assist in coordinating media coverage and public relations efforts to raise awareness about the School Meal Program.
• Support the organization of events, press conferences, and other public engagements to promote the program.
• Maintain an updated media contact list and assist in the distribution of press releases and other communications.

Internal and External Communication:

• Ensure timely and accurate communication with the Programme Manager, Communication Manager, and other team members to align communication strategies and activities.
• Prepare and disseminate internal newsletters and updates to keep staff informed about program activities and achievements.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of communication materials such as brochures, flyers, and posters.

Coordination and Communication:

• Coordinate with WFP, the education department, and other relevant technical line departments on related activities.
• Maintain regular communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key partners and stakeholders.

Social Media and Online Presence:

• Contribute to managing the program's social media accounts by creating and posting engaging content.
• Monitor and analyze social media engagement and feedback to improve communication strategies.
• Assist in updating the program's section on the organization's website with current news, stories, and multimedia content.

Monitoring and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records and archives of all communication materials, including photographs, videos, case studies, and success stories.
• Assist in monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of communication activities and suggest improvements.
• Prepare and submit regular progress reports on communication activities to the Programme Manager and Communication Manager.

Capacity Building:

• Provide training and support to program staff on effective communication practices and the use of communication tools.
• Promote the importance of communication within the program team and encourage staff to contribute to content creation.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Competencies:

• Respect and promote SIF values and mandate, and report to the line manager any non-respect of SIF’s policies amongst the teams or partners.
• Address needs and requests in a professional way.
• Always interact with children in the presence of their parents or caregivers.
• Always respect beneficiaries’ confidentiality.
• Report any incident or act that causes harm to beneficiaries or to others.
• Aware of child protection/safeguarding concept.
• To establish and maintain effective working relations with people of different cultural backgrounds.
• Strong cross-cultural communication skills.
• Rigorous and polite.

Note

Any attempt to influence or interfere with the recruitment process will result in automatic disqualification of the candidate.

We ensure a fair and transparent selection process, and any form of canvassing or external influence will not be tolerated.