Communications Officer Job Description

Public relations (PR) officers manage an organisation’ public image and reputation.

Communications Officer Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Communications Officer to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform other related duties as needed.

Requirements:

  • Demonstrated ability to manage projects and deliver a high-quality work product in a fast-paced environment is required;
  • Keen eye for aesthetics, details and professional design is required;
  • Ability to travel, upon occasion, required;
  • Deep commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is required;
  • Successful track record developing communication strategies and campaigns;
  • Non-profit and/or advocacy communications experience;
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts into digestible language for multiple audiences;
  • Able to read, write, and produce professional written materials;
  • Sense of teamwork, community, humor, and integrity;
  • Relevant work experience as a communications officer or a related college degree;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster trust and build relationships;
  • Reliable, resourceful, proactive, and motivated to find creative solutions to improve efficiency and effectiveness;
  • Experience with and passion for social justice issues and/or movements (preferred);
  • Committed to the Foundation’s Human Rights program values, goals, and strategies;
  • A portfolio showing the ability to produce quality print and digital publications.