Communications Officer

Assignment Type:

National Volunteer

Eligibility Requirements:

Open to citizens of the assignment country only

Assignment ID:

VA-107092

Assignment Title:

Communications Officer

Partner:

WUSC (BUCRA)

Country:

Jordan

Duration:

6 months (flexible)

Time Commitment:

Full time

Assignment Context

Are you passionate about women’s empowerment? Do you have communication, writing, organization and social media management skills to share? 



There are two Communications Officer Volunteering opportunities available in Amman – Jordan; one will be based at the WUSC Jordan office and the other one will be based at the VTC (Vocational Training Corporation). They will support the BUCRA Project’s communications strategy by producing high-quality content, assisting with event management, and managing social media presence. The volunteers will work closely with the BUCRA communications team and partners to raise awareness of the project’s impact and ensure consistent messaging across all platforms.

Apply today and share your skills to make an impact on women’s economic empowerment in Jordan!

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist in producing content for newsletters, press releases, and media kits
• Manage BUCRA’s social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.) and ensure regular updates
• Monitor online engagement and provide analysis and reports on social media performance
• Assist in organizing and promoting events, webinars, and press conferences for the BUCRA project
• Support the development of communications materials that reflect the contributions of key stakeholders, including beneficiaries, government entities, and NGOs
• Provide administrative support for communications activities as needed
• Undertake any other tasks assigned by the line supervisor

• Participate in pre-assignment training
• Participate in at least 3 public engagement initiatives with Canadian audiences before, during, or after the assignment. Volunteers will be equipped with the tools, training, funds, and support to achieve these goals. Volunteers will also have to report on each of their public engagement activities through our Volunteer Information Portal. Virtual chats and individual check-ins can be booked with the Senior Public Engagement Officer throughout the course of their assignment and up to 2 years after to seek guidance and support with their public engagement activities
• Submit reports as required by the partner organization and by WUSC.

Experience and Qualifications

• A degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or any related field
• Excellent writing and editing skills in both Arabic and English
• Familiarity with social media platforms and content creation tools
• Basic graphic design skills (Canva, Adobe Photoshop, or similar software) are an asset
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Passion for gender equality, women’s empowerment, and social development
• Experience in managing social media paid ads (Facebook Ads, Instagram Ads, etc.)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• A commitment to gender equality, youth inclusion, and international volunteering
• Flexibility, adaptability, excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity
• Experience with group facilitation and trainings, including content development considered an asset
• Experience living and working internationally considered an asset
• Written and oral fluency in English

Project Description

Burden of Childcare Reduced and Addressed for Women in Jordan (BUCRA – meaning Tomorrow in Arabic) is a 5-year initiative (2024-2029) designed to enhance the economic empowerment of women in Jordan. BUCRA takes a systems approach that engages and supports local stakeholders from government, training bodies, the private sector and communities to drive gender-transformative change that addresses the most pressing childcare issues preventing women from participating in the workforce in Jordan. BUCRA targets over 8,600 women in 7 regions. The approach of equipping key stakeholders to address systemic barriers will enable the impacts to be experienced by women throughout Jordan over the long term.

Partner Description

World University Service of Canada (WUSC) is a Canadian non-profit organization dedicated to providing education, employment and empowerment opportunities to women and youth around the world.In Jordan, Burden of Childcare Reduced and Addressed for Women in Jordan (BUCRA – meaning Tomorrow in Arabic) is a 5-year initiative (2024-2029) designed to enhance the economic empowerment of women in Jordan. BUCRA takes a systems’ approach that engages and supports local stakeholders from government, training bodies, the private sector and communities to drive gender-transformative change that addresses the most pressing childcare issues preventing women from participating in the workforce in Jordan. BUCRA targets over 8,600 women in 7 regions. The approach of equipping key stakeholders to address systemic barriers will enable the impacts to be experienced by women throughout Jordan over the long term.

Support Package

• Support and guidance from the WUSC Volunteer Mobilization Team prior to assignment and from WUSC Country Team while on assignment
• Pre-assignment training to learn about the volunteering for development program, gain practical skills for living and working in an intercultural context and network with other volunteers
• WUSC country orientation
• Modest monthly living allowance
• Pre-assignment medical exam
• Health insurance
• Criminal record verification
• Vacation leave entitlement
• Debriefing after completion of assignment
• An incredible opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to global development, enhance your professional skills and participate in an experience of a lifetime!

WUSC’s Safeguarding Policy

WUSC’s activities seek to balance inequities and create sustainable development around the globe; the work ethic of our staff, volunteers, representatives and partners shall correspond to the values and mission of the organization. WUSC promotes responsibility, respect, honesty, and professional excellence and we will not tolerate harassment, coercion and sexual exploitation and abuse of any form. Successful applicants will be required to sign off on the WUSC Code of Conduct and the Self-Disclosure Form. International and national volunteers will also be required to submit a criminal record verification.

WUSC is a signatory to the Cooperation Canada Leaders’ Pledge on Preventing and Addressing Sexual Misconduct. The pledge represents the shared commitment as Canada’s global development and humanitarian leaders to ensure the full implementation of practices and policies that will protect and respond to our own staff, volunteers and the communities we serve. We are committed to creating safe and respectful workplaces and programs that promote gender equality and are free from gender-based violence, including by addressing and responding to all abuse of power, holding people to account, and protecting the vulnerable. Read the full pledge.