Location: London, UK (hybrid – at least 2 days a week in office)
About GISF
The Global Interagency Security Forum strengthens NGO safety and security practices worldwide. We have more than 130 member INGOs and offices in London and Washington, DC. GISF’s member-led structure makes us a trusted platform for collaboration, a driver of innovative security risk management (SRM), and a repository of best practices. We also work closely with policymakers to enhance their understanding of SRM. We strengthen NGO security practice worldwide by:
* Maintaining and building from our expertise in humanitarian security risk management
* Offering trusted platforms for coordination and knowledge sharing
* Driving innovation, capturing best practice, and improving SRM capabilities
* Supporting policy-makers and the humanitarian system to increase their understanding of SRM and maximise access to people in need
What We Offer
* 25 days of annual leave increasing annually after 2 years, up to a maximum 30 days (plus bank holidays)
* Office shutdown between Christmas and New Year
* Employer Pension contributions
* A focus on professional development, including access to overseas events, workshops, and training
The Job
The Communications Officer will play a critical role in GISF’s Communications team, working closely with the Communications Lead. The Communications team supports the work of all other teams across GISF, including Research, Membership & Events, Policy & Advocacy, and more.
The Communications Officer will work on a wide array of communications outputs, including social media, e-newsletters, the GISF website, printed brochures, branded materials, the GISF podcast, and more. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working on a diverse range of communications products, using different software tools, and consulting with a variety of external contractors, such as web developers and printers. Being proactive and adaptable are key skills for this role.
Job Description
The Communications Officer will be responsible for creating content across a wide range of Communications platforms. Some of the core duties of the role include:
* Organising GISF’s social media posting on LinkedIn and X (Twitter), including writing text for posts, designing graphics using Canva, and scheduling posts using Agorapulse. The Communications Officer is also expected to follow social media and sectoral trends to identify opportunities for engagement.
* Maintaining and updating GISF website content, uploading new resources and publications, ensuring the vacancies, events and training sections are regularly updated, and acting as a contact point with GISF’s external web development support team.
* Writing and designing GISF’s fortnightly newsletter, suggesting content and ensuring it reflects the latest news from GISF and the wider sector of NGO security risk management.
* Designing printed materials for GISF events and ensuring timely delivery to maximise engagement with attendees.
* Supporting the dissemination of new GISF publications and products by developing a dissemination plan for each new product.
* Supporting the creation and dissemination of GISF’s podcast, including attending planning meetings, assisting with recordings, and promoting the podcast through various channels.
Strategic support:
* Contributing to the development of GISF communication plans and suggesting new ideas for audience growth.
* Identifying potential allies for GISF communications and proactively reaching out to them.
* Interpreting GISF’s analytics data to inform better strategies and suggesting improvements.
Person Specification
* Excellent communication and writing skills, with attention to detail.
* Some experience in a similar job or volunteer role.
* Experience in developing communications content for different channels.
* Ability to create visual graphics/designs for communications outputs.
* Ability to summarise information and present it clearly.
* Confident user of digital technology and tools, particularly for managing websites and social media.
* Independence in work and flexibility to changing priorities.
* Good organisational and time management skills.
* Strong interest in the humanitarian and development sector.
* Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
* University qualification.
* Editing experience and graphic design skills.
* Experience using Google Analytics and Salesforce.
* Additional language skills (especially Arabic, French or Spanish) are a plus.
* Motivated self-starter with the ability to take initiatives.
* Experience in developing a communications strategy and identifying target audiences.
* Experience in using Mailerlite for mass email communication.
* Experience in managing websites (using WordPress) and SEO skills.
Working in the Communications Officer role at GISF offers many exciting development opportunities, including travel, training, and networking opportunities.
General Duties
* Work within the framework of GISF’s core values, promoting its ethos and mission statement.
* Work towards achieving GISF’s objectives.
* Ensure familiarity with and adhere to all GISF policies and procedures.
* Undertake and apply learning from appropriate training and development programmes.
* Travel overseas, sometimes to developing countries and areas in conflict, as required.
* Understand and uphold the standards outlined in GISF’s Safeguarding Framework.
How to Apply
Application is by submission of an application form, CV and cover letter to recruitment@gisf.ngo. The cover letter should be no more than two pages, explaining your interest in the post and how your skills and experience make you a good fit. Also, complete the attached Application Form; your application will not be considered without this.
If you have not heard back within 3 weeks after the deadline, it means your application has not been successful.
As this post is UK-based, you will need to show evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK. Further information will be provided upon a job offer.
Full time – working 37.5 hours per week. Salary: From £50,000 per year. Contract Type: Full Time – till December 2026 (renewable subject to funding). Reporting to: Head of Programmes. Location: London, UK – remote UK considered.
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