National Communications Officer, Romania

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WWF DCP - Romania is seeking to recruit a dynamic and enthusiastic

                               National Communications Officer

                                (full-time, based in Bucharest)

The position will be responsible for implementing national media and press work, supporting all project related communication activities and information actions on the LIFE+ Saving Danube Sturgeons project in Romania.

Your duties will include:

• Development of printing materials in Romanian: poster, factsheets, booklets for fishermen, fisheries inspectorates, wildlife trade inspectors, sturgeon breeding/caviar trading companies
• Development of film and DVD spot in Romanian
• Writing press releases, organizing press conferences and press trips in Romania
• Collection of media clippings
• Development and dissemination of TV spot in Romania
• Filling in and updating of project website in Romanian, including info package for media
• Production and installation of 4 information boards in Romania
• Support for the production of Layman’s report
• Support for After-LIFE Communication plan
• Designing solutions to communication issues connected with the project
• Advocating and promoting the project mission, vision and values

We expect from you:

• Ambition, energy and drive, with a commitment to making a difference
• A team player, committed to building a strong team and sharing success with colleagues
• Native language Romanian; fluency in English, spoken and written
• University degree in relevant academic disciplines, such as communications, media or journalism
• Relevant experience - at least 3 years in a similar position
• Strong writing skills
• Ability to collect, analyze and transmit information
• Ability to work with the press
• Computer literacy and experience with website management
• Ability to meet strict deadlines 
• Good networking and organizational skills
• Commitment to WWF’s mission and priorities
• Experience with the issues and priorities of WWF, including e.g. environment and nature conservation, and work for an environmental organisation is an advantage but not a necessity
• Ability to work in an international environment and within a multi-cultural team

We are offering:

• Contributing to challenging activities in one of Europe’s most exciting eco-regions
• Friendly and highly professional working atmosphere in an international context
• Varying tasks and independent work style
• A pleasant working atmosphere and great learning environment
• Salary according to NGO standards

If you are interested in joining the global WWF family, email your application documents including your CV (in English) to mpascu@wwfdcp.ro. Application deadline: 26 October 2012. Please understand that we can only reply to short-listed candidates. For more information on WWF- DCP Romania, kindly check the website: wwf.ro