Communication Officer

4 weeks ago

Singapore Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands Full time
Roles & Responsibilities

A. BASIC DETAILS OF THE JOB

Job title: Communication Officer

Employer: Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Singapore

Duration of contract: 1 year, with the option of renewal

Number of working hours per week: 37.5


B. GENERAL FEATURES OF THE JOB

The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands is seeking a seasoned, all-rounded communications professional with a proven track record. A person who is pro-active, flexible and service oriented, and who is eminently capable and takes the lead in initiating/formulating effective and enthusiastic communication on Embassy initiatives/activities to the Singapore audience and different target-groups.


The communication officer is responsible for raising awareness about the Netherlands, and the Embassy, in Singapore and Brunei. He/she will implement the embassy’s communications strategy covering trade and investment, innovation, sustainability and consular activities. He/she will also be closely involved in public diplomacy activities.


He/she will collaborate as one team with the Embassy’s other departments covering economic, political, and consular affairs.


C. DUTIES

· Responsible for all communication and media activities while liaising closely with the Ambassador and other departments;

· Maintain relations with various press agencies, journalists and other media companies;

· Write articles for local media, prepare interviews and draft speeches;

· Collect, write and publish messages for social media (LinkedIn, Facebook, X, Instagram), the embassy website, mass mailings and publications;

· Publish the embassy’s newsletter and keep the embassy website up to date by regularly checking shared and local content;

· Measure results and analyze effectiveness of social media campaigns;

· Draw up and implement recommendations how to expand the embassy’s exposure among decision makers and the general public in Singapore;

· Develop a coherent communications and public diplomacy strategy;

· Ensure all external communication adheres to the Dutch government’s corporate branding guidelines.


D. TYPE OF EMPLOYEE REQUIRED

· Enthusiastic and pro-active attitude;

· Flexible team-player who can work independently with a positive work attitude and collaborative mind set;

· Hands-on and curious person who takes initiative and has a natural antenna for the topics that matter;

· Feeling for a diplomatic environment in a multi-cultural context;

· Deep-rooted understanding of Singapore and Singaporeans’ perceptions of the Netherlands;

· Interested in public policy questions and challenges;

· Ability to multi-task, set priorities, meet deadlines while maintaining close attention to detail;

· Skillful networker.


E. KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS / JOB REQUIREMENTS

· Proven knowledge: degree in (Mass) Communications or a similar discipline

· Minimum of 2-5 years professional experience in the field of communication, journalism, marketing and/or social media;

· Strong and creative presentation and writing skills with editorial experience

· Resourceful with great problem-solving skills

· Strong coordination and multi-tasking skills, able to perform under pressure

· Excellent command of the English language, both written and orally.

· Experience with video editing software

· Excellent use of CRM and Hippo CMS software or willingness and ability to learn how to use these.


F. COMPETENCIES

· Excellent writing skills

· Organizational and planning skills

· Flexible team player

· Client focused, service and result oriented

· Highly pro-active

· Integrity


G. EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

The candidate will be:

· Locally employed by the State of the Netherlands, represented herein by the Head of Mission of the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands;

· Offered a contract for 37.5 hours a week.


Applicants need to be legally authorized to work in Singapore.


H. INFORMATION

For more information please contact:

Mr. Chris Devillers, Deputy Head of Mission on: SIN-VAC@minbuza.nl


I. APPLICATION

Interested candidates are invited to send an email, containing their cover letter and CV, by 26 December 2024, to email: SIN-VAC@minbuza.nl


J. SELECTION PROCEDURE

The selection procedure consists of interviews and a view on the candidate’s written portfolio. In case of equal suitability, priority is given to internal candidates. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.



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Resourceful Problem-solving
CRM
Corporate Branding
Flexible to Change
Editorial
Social Media
Public Policy
Multitasking Skills
proactive
Journalism
Attention to Detail
Video Editing
Publications
CMS
Team Player
Collaboration with stakeholders
Writing Skills
Ability To Learn
Integrity
Public Diplomacy

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