Communications Officer
Job Description
Communications Officer
WearehiringforaCommunicationsOfficerroleattheThomsonReutersFoundation.Theroleisbasedin Manila,Philippines,onahybridbasis.JoinadynamicCommunicationsteamworkingacrossauniqueorganisationthat strengthens free,fairand informed societies. Through the combined power of journalism and the law,togetherwith data intelligenceand AI initiatives, the Foundation works tostrengthen information integrity, protect civil society and advance responsible business practices.We do this through:
Media Development For more than 40 years, we have promoted the highest standards in journalism by training reporters around the world to cover issues relevant to their local context, accurately and impartially. Today, we work to strengthen local and national journalism, improve media ethics, standards and regulation, combat misinformation, and explore and shape the future of the profession. We do this through newsroom consultancy, journalism training and mentoring, capacity- building, and via our funding of the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism at the University of Oxford.
Free Legal Assistance (TrustLaw) We run the world’s largest pro bono legal network, TrustLaw. Working with leading law firms, we facilitate free legal support, groundbreaking research and resources for civil society organisations, social enterprises and independent media. By spreading the practice of pro bono worldwide we strengthen civil society and drive social change. Our network has grown to over 7,000 members, including more than 1,000 law firms and in-house legal teams.
Convening Initiatives We convene experts to build global awareness of critical issues linked to our areas of work, to inspire collective leadership and to help shape a prosperous world where no one is left behind. Our annual flagship event, Trust Conference, brings together leaders from civil society, media, the private sector and government who are working to strengthen democracy, protect civic space and shape responsible business practices. Other initiatives include thematic working groups convened around the world to share expertise, drive new partnerships, facilitate media coverage and produce legal research.
We are seeking a Communications Officer to join our busy Communications team and contribute towards the organisation’s internal and external communications efforts. Reporting to the Senior Communications Manager, this is an incredible opportunity to land a role in a fast-growing corporate Foundation working on some of the world’s most pressing issues.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Communications team toplan and deliver regular content for our internal channelstodriveengagement and connection with ourglobalnetwork of staff.
Writecommunicationsmaterialforbothinternalandexternalaudiences,understandingcomplexinformationandtailoringitforrelevantaudiences.
Contribute to theproduction of creative content forthe Foundation’s annual flagship event, Trust Conference, and other events asrequired.
Support senior members of the team with campaign delivery and regularly evaluatethe effectiveness ofcomms activities.
Stay across sector trends andsuggestnewand creative approaches asneeded.
Workwithdeliveryandthoughtleadershipteamstosourcecommunicationscontent, such ashuman interest andimpact stories,that arerelevanttoouraudiencesandstrategywhileswiftlyand effectively actioning communications support requests from across the business.
Build relationships with a range of thought leadership and service delivery teams,to support programmatic communications activities and fundraising priorities.
Providegeneralcommunicationssupport, includingmanaging the enquiries inbox and drafting initial responsesand supporting the team, whererequired,on external communications campaigns
Contribute to the planning and delivery of campaigns around relevant internationaldays.
Required Qualifications
Provenexperienceinintegratedcommunications,ideallyforaninternationalorganisation,thedevelopmentsectororwithinafast-pacedenvironment.
Strong ability to write and edit a range of communications materials in a fast-paced environment, keeping audience needs and interests at the forefront of written work.
Excellentcommunicationskills(verbal,writtenandinterpersonal).
Adept at understandingand assimilatingcomplex information.
Rigorousattentiontodetailandastrongfocusonaccuracy,withexceptionalresearchandanalyticalskills.
A highly motivated self-starter withanability to work independently and take initiative.
Exceptionalorganisationalskills,mustbeabletowork acrosssimultaneousprojectsledbymultipleteammembers.
A strongteamethic, keen to learn new skills and shareexpertise.
Theabilitytoworkcreatively,speedilyandaccuratelyunderpressureandtoprioritiseaccordingly.
Fluent English is essential andadditionallanguages, an advantage.
A related bachelor's degree to communications or business
Preferred Qualifications
Projectmanagementexperienceorapersonalinterestinsocial,humanitarianand/orenvironmentalissues(weareparticularlyinterestedtohearmore about these throughout the process).
The Communications Officer role is not eligible for referral rewards.
What’s in it For You?
Global Perspective and Impact: Interested in working for a dynamic global organization with a focus on social impact? With hubs all over the world from Bangkok to Madrid to Rio de Janeiro, join a truly international team with a shared goal of helping to build societies around the world that are free, fair, and informed.
Unique Approach: Our expertise in media and the law is world class. We combine the power of both to address the critical issues faced by humanity.
Our Relevance: With a focus on advancing media freedom, fostering more inclusive economies and promoting human rights, our work has never been more needed than right now.
Industry Competitive Benefits: We offer competitive salary packages and market-leading benefits.
Learning & Development: We are dedicated to the continual professional development of our employees and offer access to both in-house and external training opportunities.
About Thomson Reuters Foundation
The Thomson Reuters Foundation is the corporate foundation of Thomson Reuters, the global news and information services company. As an independent charity, registered in the UK and USA, we leverage our media, legal and data driven expertise to strengthen independent journalism, enable access to the law and promote responsible business. Through news, media development, free legal assistance and data intelligence, we aim to build free, fair and informed societies.
About Thomson Reuters
Thomson Reuters informs the way forward by bringing together the trusted content and technology that people and organizations need to make the right decisions. We serve professionals across legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media. Our products combine highly specialized software and insights to empower professionals with the data, intelligence, and solutions needed to make informed decisions, and to help institutions in their pursuit of justice, truth, and transparency. Reuters, part of Thomson Reuters, is a world leading provider of trusted journalism and news.
We are powered by the talents of 26,000 employees across more than 70 countries, where everyone has a chance to contribute and grow professionally in flexible work environments. At a time when objectivity, accuracy, fairness, and transparency are under attack, we consider it our duty to pursue them. Sound exciting? Join us and help shape the industries that move society forward.
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