Employment Type: Project Full Time
Title: Communications Officer, Bangladesh
Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh
Deadline for submission: May 21, 2022

About us

At Nutrition International, we make a difference, because nutrition is the difference.

Woven into the very fabric of our approach is the passion and drive of our team of over 400 people, working in 13 offices across 11 countries with one common goal: transforming the lives of people who need it most through improved nutrition.

If you are a motivated and passionate individual who shares our conviction that a better world is possible through improved nutrition, wants to leave the world a little better than they found it, and is looking to be part of a global team with a clear vision, we want to hear from you. Please consider applying for the position below.

Know our team

Nutrition International's External Relations (ER) unit is a diverse team of dedicated professionals responsible for the development and implementation of advocacy and communications priorities across the organization. The unit leads, coordinates, and supports global government relations, global advocacy, and business development with institutional donors, as well as media relations, corporate and digital communications, and the Nutrition International brand. The ER unit works closely with other teams across the organization to grow and diversify resources for Nutrition International's global strategy and Investment Case, drive thought leadership, and grow global support for nutrition, and Nutrition International. Members of the ER team are located in Nutrition International's Headquarters in Ottawa, Canada as well as our Asia and Africa Regional Offices. Nutrition International is currently seeking applications for an Communications Officer to be based in Dhaka, Bangladesh

About you

You are creative and enthusiastic advocacy and communications professional with 5 years of extensive experience in working in government relations, advocacy, communications, stakeholder relations, or partnerships. You will have a master’s degree in International Relations, International Development, mass communications, or related field from a reputable university or institution. Experience in working for an international organization or managing communications initiatives with both domestic and global audiences. Excellent English written and oral communications skills, with advanced presentation and networking skills, are highly preferable.

About the role

In this role you will be responsible to support the Country Director with the following:

  • Develop communication plans to build the profile of Nutrition International in Bangladesh
  • and execute them efficiently.
  • Create external communication products including factsheets, brochures, banners, project
  • briefs, case studies/success stories, newsletter, press releases, advocacy papers, donor
  • reports, etc.
  • Plan and organize events such as workshops, seminars, program launches, end of project
  • disseminations, etc. aimed at positioning Nutrition International as a leading nutrition
  • organization among important stakeholders in Bangladesh.
  • Represent Nutrition International at various relevant forums at national and subnational
  • levels as requested by National Program Officers and the Country Director.
  • Lead and support the development of compelling advocacy products (policy briefs,
  • presentations, speaking notes, web content etc.)
  • Represent Nutrition International in key policy advocacy groups, identifying opportunities
  • to achieve advocacy goals through these coalitions, and, in consultation with team,
  • developing plans to harness these opportunities

What we offer

Nutrition International offers a highly competitive market pay, including health and wellness benefits, medical insurance, accidental insurance plan, flexible work hours, four weeks of vacation (plus public holidays), and support for learning and development opportunities. We offer a collaborative and engaging work environment

We thank you for your interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nutrition International is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive, equitable, and accessible work environment. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.

Please note that all our offers are conditional subject to appropriate screening checks and satisfactory reference checks.

For more detailed information about the role, please click on the attached Job Description. Please click on the link below to submit your application.

How to apply?

Nutrition International is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free work environment and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

To apply please visit: https://apply.workable.com/nutritionintl/j/FB4E3FB960/

The closing date for receiving applications is May 21, 2022. Only short-listed candidates will receive an acknowledgment and will be called for personal interactions. The starting salary for this position is BDT 1,618,357 per annum.

Telephone inquiries WILL NOT be accepted. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those chosen to participate in the interview process will be contacted.

NI is a non-smoking work environment