Job Reference no.: INT5772
Region: Asia
Location: Yangon
Division: International
Department: Regional Communications
Position Type: Open Ended
Job Type: Experienced
Closing date for applications: 31 October 2012 (UK Time)
The role
In this key role, you’ll seize every opportunity to raise awareness of Oxfam’s campaign, advocacy and
humanitarian objectives and generate a regular flow of positive attention through the media. That means
drafting accurate and persuasive press releases, opinion pieces and interview briefs that will influence
decision makers, opinion formers and the general public. But more significantly, it means playing a lead
role in the development and roll out of a country-wide media strategy. By strengthening our relationships
with media institutions, specifically the national press, as well as journalists and other key actors, you’ll
raise the profile of the organisation and influence the policy agenda. So your voice will be a considerable
one as you drive support of our campaigns and help to improve the livelihood of more people than ever
before.
The Candidate:
We are looking for someone who has proven credentials in a similar role. An experienced journalist,
press officer or PR professional. Someone who has a track record of working with international media
will be value added. And who know how to spot a strong human interest story in Oxfam’s work, react
quickly to maximise media opportunities and how to pitch it successfully to press and broadcast
organisations. Fluent in both Myanmar and English, the person will also be equally well-versed in
disseminating stories through online media. More generally, someone with plenty of creativity who can
generate ideas and take the initiative.
To find out more about Oxfam, conditions of appointment, key responsibilities and competencies
requirement of this role and to apply, visit www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs and quote ref: INT5772.
The closing date for application: 31 October 2012.
How to Apply:
Apply to Human Resources Department by email myanmarhr@oxfam.org.uk (OR) Oxfam office,
no.(16), 1st Floor, West Shwe Gone Daing 4th Street,West Shwe Gone Daing Ward, Bahan Township,
Yangon. Office Tel: +951 375 398, 375 392, 526 934.
Office Location: First floor of PSI office (Near “Aung Thu Kha” Myanmar restaurant)
Those who had applied for this post, does not need to submit your application again. We regret that only
short-listed applicants will be contacted.
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