Communications Officer

Assignment Type:

National Volunteer

Eligibility Requirements:

Open to citizens of the assignment country only

Assignment ID:

VA-106856

Assignment Title:

Communications Officer

Country:

Iraq

Duration:

6 to 12 months (flexible)

Time Commitment:

Part time

Assignment Context

Are you passionate about facilitating effective communication and building strategic relationships? Do you excel at creating engaging content and fostering connections between diverse stakeholders?

As a Communication Officer, you will be essential in bridging the gap between the private sector and Technical Universities and Vocational Training Centers. This role is ideal for a dynamic individual with strong communication skills and a talent for developing strategic partnerships that drive impactful outcomes. You will leverage your expertise in stakeholder engagement to enhance TAWASOL project results and contribute significantly to the project's success.

Apply today to have an impact on economic empowerment of youth in Mosul!

Roles and Responsibilities

• Coordinate with WUSC and CLIC communications teams on branding, event and activity messaging, to ensure that standards and branding policies are adhered to
• Assist in crafting and disseminating event and activity messaging
• Contribute to the preparation of project reports, success stories, case studies, and annual reports
• Write and edit blog posts, press releases, and articles to highlight project milestones and success stories
• Support managers in their daily tasks and activities.
• Participate in pre-assignment training
• Participate in at least 3 public engagement initiatives before, during, or after the assignment. Volunteers will be equipped with the tools, training, and support to achieve these goals. Volunteers will also have one virtual check-in with the Public Engagement Officer throughout the course of their assignment.
• Submit reports as required by the partner organization and by WUSC.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Media Studies, or a related field
• Previous experience in a similar volunteer or professional role
• Knowledge of branding and communications standards
• Passion for gender equality and environmental sustainability
• Strong communication and problem-solving skill
• Minimum two (2) years relevant professional experience in your field of expertise.
• 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

TAWASOL is a five year collaborative project (April 2023 – March 2028) that will enhance economic empowerment for female and male youth in Iraq. TAWASOL will work with partners to establish more inclusive employment environments enabling youth to make the transition from training to employment, and increasing more equitable participation of male and female youth graduates in the workforce. TAWASOL will be implemented with local partners in four locations in Iraq: Baghdad, Basra, Najaf and Mosul. TAWASOL is funded by Global Affairs Canada and implemented by World University Service of Canada (WUSC) and its consortium partner Canadian Leaders in International Consulting (CLIC).

Partner Description

Northern Technical University is located in Mosul and seeks to be a hub of knowledge and a nurturing ground for scholars in Iraq. It aspires to be the primary source of exceptional technical graduates, intellectually, emotionally, and skillfully. Additionally, it serves as a strategic planning center for national development across Iraq. The university plays a pivotal role in achieving sustainable development in the country. It is dedicated to advancing applied and theoretical sciences, striving to reach the pinnacle of academic excellence and evaluation.

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.