Website Habitat for Humanity International Nepal
JOB OPPORTUNITY
Position: Trainee- Communications
No. of vacancies: 1 (One)
Date of Announcement: 13 October 2023
Duration: 1 year
Location: Kathmandu
Reports to: Sr Manager RD & Communications
The incumbent will work closely with the Resource Development (RD) and Communication Team at Habitat Nepal and will support the execution of Habitat’s overall communication strategy and plan. Working closely with the Communications unit, s/he will support the unit through the scope of work described below.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Support the execution of Habitat Nepal’s communications plan and lead visibility efforts ensuring compliance with Habitat Nepal and Donor visibility guidelines.
- Support production of collaterals such as flyers, brochures, infographics etc. using Adobe Creative Suite to create cohesive and attractive designs.
- Support development of attractive presentations and formatting of reports ensuring cohesion and consistency ensuring the highest standards.
- Support documentary photography and videography for assigned projects.
- Maintain and update vendor lists, and support department procurement processes.
- Maintain and update department archive ensuring all relevant information is upto date.
- Provide communications support for key events, including event management, translation, documentation and reporting.
- Provide support for merchandising development and procurement.
- Assume other duties as assigned.
Safeguarding
In accordance with its foundational mission principles, Habitat for Humanity Nepal is committed to the highest ethical standards and opposes all forms of discrimination, exploitation, and abuse. We intend to create and maintain a work and living environment that is safe, productive, and respectful for our colleagues and for all we serve.
We require that all staff and representatives (consultants, contractors, vendors/suppliers, interns, trainee, volunteers, agents and implementing partner
organizations) take seriously their ethical responsibilities to Safeguarding (Child Protection, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation Harassment and Abuse) our intended beneficiaries, their communities (especially children), and all those with whom we work.
Abiding with the organization, the trainee service has responsibilities to maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation, and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity’s code of conduct. Throughout the assignment engagements, the trainee is expected to adhere to Habitat Nepal code of conduct including the safeguarding policy ensuring that all measures are taken to protect the rights, safety, and welfare of the individuals and communities involved.
Education Qualification and Competencies
- Bachelors’ degree in mass communications, social studies or other relevant field.
- Prior work experience not required.
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills; innovative and creative thinker.
- Willingness and ability to work closely with other departments, institutions, and across cultures.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-driven.
- Knowledge of photography, videography, editing, and design preferred.
- Nepali typing skill will be an added advantage.
It can be applied through www.merojob.com/habitatnepal.
Application submission deadline is 30 October 2023.
Through the programs of Habitat for Humanity Nepal we promote the inclusion of persons with disabilities to ensure that our housing programs are more impactful.
This position is only open for persons with disability as Habitat for Humanity Nepal encourages the inclusion and integration of persons with disabilities in its workforce.
Human Resources Department, Habitat for Humanity Nepal
We strive to keep our recruitment process consistent and fair. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for further steps in the recruitment.