INDEPENDENT UNIVERSITY,
BANGLADESH (IUB)

Vacancy Announcement

Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB), best known for its academic excellence, healthy working environment, intellectual freedom, cultural diversity and pluralism, invites applications from suitable candidates for the following positions in the Department of Media and Public Relations:

SPECIALIST WRITER:

Position Statement: The Specialist Writer’s primary responsibility will be to produce all write-ups of the activities, events and interventions both in English and Bengali that will be communicated with Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB)’s target audiences, stakeholders and society as a whole by utilizing print, electronic and social media.

The specific requirements of this particular position are:

  • Developing articles, op-eds and other relevant contents both in English and Bengali to promote IUB undertakings with the aim of augmenting and upholding sustainable brand image of the university.
  • Producing various reports, comprehensive write-ups and features of Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB)’s all events and activities to be published and broadcasted through print, electronic and social media.
  • Accumulate news and information; produce all necessary contents in English for IUB newsletters, half yearly and annual reports and convocation souvenirs.
  • Produce English and Bengali press releases on all IUB programs and interventions to publicize through print, electronic and social media.
  • Develop various contents and creative write-ups to build, nurture and expand sustainable relationships with university’s target audiences and stakeholders.
  • Coordinate, participate and provide all required supports in developing ‘case studies’ and ‘best practice stories’ for the university.
  • Having full understanding on Bangladesh media, the incumbent should be able to develop vital editorials/articles to help standing out IUB from the clutter.
  • Maintain a keen understanding of industry trends affecting target audiences and stakeholders, and thereby produce useful articles/features to be used through crossways media.
  • Be watchful in assessing communication, publicity and PR activities of other universities; conduct need-based research and FGDs as and when required, and produce essential stories/reports for precise usage.
  • Providing supports by developing essential write-ups to be used on IUB website.
  • Performing other job related duties as may be assigned by the Director.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills both in English and Bengali, and organizational skills.

Qualifications:

  • Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree in Mass Communication and Journalism, English, Literacy Studies, International Relations, Social Science or any other related area.
  • Willingness and aptitude to consulting with members of the faculty and management to generate innovative and essential writing ideas.
  • Experience in developmental reading and writing at the university level; demonstrated successful working experience with universities’ end beneficiaries and stakeholders would be in added advantage.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft’s all office packages.

Requirements:

  • 8-10 years’ of proven working experience in related field is a must.
  • Professional experience in writing articles, different kinds of reports, op-eds, various features, press releases and other write-ups for communication materials is essential.
  • Experience in producing ‘case studies’ and developing journals on ‘best practice stories’ would be required.
  • Desirable relationships with both local and national media.
  • Comprehensive knowledge on social media including blogs, Facebook, Twitter etc.
  • Absolute fluency in writing and speaking both in English and Bengali.
  • Ability to work in high-stress environments.
  • Awareness of different media agendas.
  • Must be a good team player.

Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) is an equal opportunity employer and it offers attractive remuneration package to the deserving candidates.

Please download the Application Form (for non-teaching positions) from IUB’s website at http://www.iub.edu.bd/jobs, fill it in and e-mail it to hrdept@iub.edu.bd by November 2, 2017.

Only online applications will be acceptable.