Communication Officer

4 days ago

Singapore Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands Full time $5,000 - $7,500

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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