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: [email protected]
I. APPLICATION
Interested candidates are invited to send an email, containing their cover letter and CV, by 26 December 2024, to email: [email protected]
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.
