SOS Children's Villages is an independent, non-governmental international development organization which has been working to meet the needs and protect the interests and rights of children since 1949.

Responsibilities or duties

The Communications Officer will play a key role in implementing the organization’s communications and branding strategy to enhance visibility, advocacy, fundraising, and programme impact.

The role focuses on storytelling, digital engagement, media relations, and donor visibility, ensuring consistent and impactful communication across all platforms.

Qualifications or requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, PR, or related field
• Strong writing, storytelling, and digital communication skills
• Proficiency in design and multimedia tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Suite)

Experience needed

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in communications or media
• Experience working in NGOs or development sector is an added advantage

• Develop high-quality communication materials including reports, stories, blogs, and multimedia content
• Produce compelling impact stories and case studies
• Manage all social media platforms and website content
• Drive engagement, growth, and visibility through digital strategies
• Build relationships with media houses
• Coordinate press releases, interviews, and media coverage
• Support communication for donor-funded projects
• Ensure compliance with branding and visibility requirements
• Strengthen brand consistency across platforms
• Support organizational positioning and reputation management
• Coordinate communication for events, campaigns, and advocacy initiatives
• Develop messaging and materials for stakeholder engagement

• Strong writing skills
• Storytelling skills
• Digital communication skills
• Proficiency in design and multimedia tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Suite)

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, PR, or related field
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in communications or media
• Experience working in NGOs or development sector is an added advantage