Duties and Responsibilities:

The Communication and Fundraising Officer will be responsible for planning and implementing advocacy and communication and supporting fundraising functions of the Centre, and will perform the following tasks:

• Work closely with management to develop and implement an effective advocacy and communication strategy based on varied target audiences;
• Develop, manage, and distribute contents across all media platforms, including publications, press releases, website and social media, annual reports, speeches, and other marketing materials that communicates the Centre's activities, products and/or services;
• Respond to media inquiries, organize interviews and press activities;
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with journalists, and maintains a functioning and up-to-date media database as well as a supporter/sponsor/ stakeholder database;
• Maintain records of media coverage and collate analytics and metrics;
• Seek opportunities to enhance the reputation of the SEAMEO STEM-ED brand, and coordinate publicity events as required;
• Support fundraising events and activities;
• Support the development of proposals and presentations for potential funders;
• Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Experiences:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Journalism, or related field.
• 5-10 years of relevant experience in a communication and/or fundraising role.
• Experience formulating and implementing advocacy and communication strategies and plans.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, content management systems, and social media platforms.
• Working knowledge of desktop publishing software packages.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Thai and English.
• Good interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to function well in a team-oriented environment.

APPLICATION GUIDELINES

Interested candidates are invited to write an Introduction Letter, explaining why you want to work for SEAMEO STEM-ED and why you are qualified for the position, and send it with your current resume via "Apply Now" SEAMEO STEM-ED reserves the rights to respond only to the applicants in whom the Centre has further interest.

Deadline for Applications:  29 January 2021 at 17:00 hours Bangkok time.