Advocacy and Communication Coordinator (Iran Nationals Only) - Iran

Tehrān

Organization: NRC - Norwegian Refugee Council
Location: Tehrān
Grade: Mid level - Mid level
Occupational Groups:
- Communication and Public Information
- Emergency Aid and Response
- Communications / PR
Closing Date: Closed

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent, non-profit, humanitarian organization. Since 2012, we support the Government of Iran in the provision of assistance to Afghan communities in the sectors of Education, Livelihoods, Food Security, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, Shelter construction, Counseling and Information.
NRC seeks to strengthen the reach of its communication through the recruitment of a dedicated Advocacy and Communication Coordinator. He/She will be supervised by the Protection and Advocacy Adviser.
All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organizations core values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity and accountability. These attitudes and believes shall guide our actions and relationships.
NRC reserves a right to close application process prior to assigned closing date.

Job description

Ensure adherence to NRC policies, handbooks, guidelines and donor requirements
Lead in development of NRC’s communication and public relations strategy, in link with PAA
Support PAA in development of NRC’s advocacy strategy
Strengthen NRC's response to prioritized country advocacy issues both within the country, the sub-region and globally
Contribute to the development of NRC analysis and policy on prioritised protection issues, linking them to prioritised advocacy issues
Play an active and strategic role in the humanitarian community to strengthen the advocacy response in accordance with the country strategy
Plan, coordinate and carry out advocacy initiatives, campaigns and events in close cooperation with the Country Director and relevant programme staff
Management of communication related team
Support training of NRC program staff on advocacy and communication
Oversee media contacts and relationships, facilitating field visits and providing briefings and stories in line with agreed advocacy priorities.
Support programme staff to develop visibility, features, stories for the NRC website and other fora
Oversee and support the planning and implementation of visibility activities
Prepare and submit reports and analysis upon request
Ensure proper filing of all support documents
Establish strategic networks and alliances for advocacy activities in close cooperation with the PAA and Country Director
Upon request of PAA, prepare written briefings and presentations about key advocacy messaging for NRC Iran
Upon request of PAA, provide timely and context specific information to internal and external stakeholders
Contribute to project proposals and provide input on advocacy and communication related actions

Qualifications

Experience in Advocacy or Communication related positions in a humanitarian/recovery context
Documented results related to the position's responsibilities
Demonstrated representation experience in public forums, including as a media spokesperson
Professional knowledge of humanitarian and protection principles
Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
Excellent English written and verbal communication skills

Personal qualities

Familiarity with the environment of INGOs, UN and CSOs in Iran
Full Professional Proficiency in English and Persian, both written and spoken
Strong ability to write articles, briefings, reports and official correspondence
Ability to work under pressure and with limited supervision
Diplomatic and Good communication skills