Location  The position is based in Kathmandu valley with occasional visits to field in different parts of Nepal.
Duration  1 Year (Renewal will depend on availability of funding)

Job Overview

The Communication Officer will be responsible for creating communications strategy and communication content on behalf of FEDO. S/he will do everything from writing press releases to develop blog content and create social media posts as well as maintain digital media. 

Primarily responsibilities include but not limited to:

Communication Strategy

• Design and implement comprehensive communications strategies and campaigns that advance FEDO’s research and advocacy work.
• Develop, write and edit communication materials including- blog content, social media posts, press release, e-bulletin, newsletter, magazines by collecting information in collaboration with office team and others for public dissemination.
• Produce and/or work with relevant professionals/ project staffs to produce and disseminate communication materials.
• Create and contribute to internal communication protocols and initiatives of FEDO.

Media Relations and Coordination

• Manages the creation, development, and implementation of effective and targeted media strategies and campaigns.
• Work with designer/media agency to produce quality materials.
• Cultivate and manage relations with the media and press.
• Support program staffs for documentation and take up responsibility as per the need.

Publications: 

• Writing, Online & Multimedia communications
• Writing and editing communications materials in collaboration with FEDOs team, such as newsletters, blogs, fact sheets, web analyses, policy briefs, brochures, and other communications materials for public dissemination.
• Maintaining digital media- official website and other social media handles as well as gathering photographs, videos and texts.

• Must have written and verbal communication skills, including excellent computer skills particularly with Microsoft applications. 
• Knowledge of associated press writing style guide and the ability to effectively prioritize projects and multi-task.
• Strong writing and analytical skills in both Nepali and English.
• Willing to travel within Nepal. 
• Ability to work in team, building and maintaining effective relationships with the team.
• Ability to take photos and videos, including basic editing skill.
• Experience in developing partnership and networking.
• Flexible approach to working hours.
• Honest, encourages openness and transparency; demonstrates highest levels of integrit

• Master's degree in Communications, Journalism or related field, and two years of full-time experience in communication role.