Junior Communications Officer

1 week ago


York, United Kingdom MDIF Full time

**Junior Communications Officer**

**Key Responsibilities**
- Support communication and publicity campaigns.
- Draft press releases, blog posts and other content for various platforms, including social media, website and newsletters.
- Maintain social media accounts and monitor engagement.
- Develop and update presentations and other design materials, laying out documents.
- Update website and maintain organisation profiles.
- Execute newsletters and internal Slack updates.
- Ensure contact lists and databases are up to date.
- Assist in drafting and submitting regular reports to funders and investors.
- Conduct ad hoc research on issues related to media development, press freedom, the news business and impact investing.

**Key Requirements**
- At least 2 years’ professional experience in communications in an NGO, civil society, international development or media organisation.
- Excellent communication skills in English (to native speaker standard) required; additional languages are an asset.
- Creativity and attention to detail, self-starter, well-organised and proactive work style, ability to adhere to deadlines.
- An international outlook and an ability to work productively with people from a wide range of backgrounds.
- University degree in communications, media, journalism, public policy, political science, international affairs or another relevant field preferred.
- A passion for freedom of the press.

**About MDIF**

MDIF is a not-for-profit investment fund providing financing and strategic advice to independent media that provide the news, information and debate that people need to build free, thriving societies. We work in countries where access to reliable news and information is under threat. Our global team of experts is dedicated to supporting independent media and making a tangible impact on pluralism and democratic development. We are a values
- and mission-driven organization with a track record spanning more than 25 years. We cultivate a positive international work environment that values teamwork, initiative, work-life balance and professional growth, rooted in diversity, equal opportunity and non-discrimination.

MDIF is an equal opportunity employer.



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