Overview
Support the effective communication and visibility of a project in Sri Lanka through the development of communication products, stakeholder engagement, and media outreach.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a Communication and Visibility Plan.
- Prepare and disseminate communication products including press releases, success stories, newsletters, and social media content.
- Document project achievements, results, and beneficiary impact stories.
- Coordinate field missions to collect communication materials.
- Ensure donor visibility across all communication materials.
- Develop communication materials in English, Sinhala, and Tamil.
- Coordinate media engagement activities.
- Build and maintain relationships with media organizations and stakeholders.
- Produce digital and visual communication products.
- Manage and update FAO Sri Lanka's website and social media platforms.
- Monitor media coverage and social media performance.
- Support the organization of project events.
- Coordinate with UN agencies and government communication units.
- Contribute to knowledge management initiatives.
- Coordinate with FAO communication units for compliance.
- Support the preparation of donor reports.
Required Experience
- At least five (5) years of relevant experience in the field of humanitarian sector.
- Proven experience in strategic communications, media relations, stakeholder engagement, and knowledge management, preferably in agriculture, food security, resilience, humanitarian, or development programmes.
Qualifications
University degree from a recognized University in mass media communications or a related field
