Head of Operational Communications — Humanitarian SAR

Sosmediterranee; Marseille; On-site; EUR 43,200 - 52,800; Full time

Job summary

A humanitarian rescue organization is seeking an experienced communications manager based in Marseille to oversee the operational communications team. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in humanitarian work or public relations, excellent crisis management skills, and fluency in English. This role entails managing communication strategies and collaborating with various operational partners to enhance the organization's outreach and effectiveness. Competitive salary starting from 48,000 EUR annually, with potential for negotiation based on experience.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in humanitarian work or communications.
• Proven management experience and crisis management skills.
• Fluency in English with strong writing and editing capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the operational communications team effectively.
• Oversee implementation of communication strategies.
• Coordinate communications with operational partners.

Skills

Crisis management

Team leadership

Public relations

Conflict resolution

Analytical skills

Education

Master’s degree in Journalism or Communications

Tools

MS Office

Social media platforms

Photoshop

Job description

A humanitarian rescue organization is seeking an experienced communications manager based in Marseille to oversee the operational communications team. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in humanitarian work or public relations, excellent crisis management skills, and fluency in English. This role entails managing communication strategies and collaborating with various operational partners to enhance the organization's outreach and effectiveness. Competitive salary starting from 48,000 EUR annually, with potential for negotiation based on experience.