Internal Communications Manager, Mexico
Closing date: Friday, 14 March 2014
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We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated candidate for the position of Internal Communications Manager to be a member of the International Communications team. This position has a critical role in enhancing the impact of CIMMYT's work.
The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center, known by its Spanish acronym, CIMMYT®, is a not-for-profit agricultural research for development organization with partners in over 100 countries. Please refer to our website for more information: www.cimmyt.org
The position reports to the Director International Communications, Knowledge Management and Donor Relations, and is based at CIMMYT's campus in Texcoco, Mexico, located 45 km northeast of Mexico City, Mexico. The job may involve some travel both within Mexico and in collaborating countries.
Specific duties:
Contribute to and implement a comprehensive communications strategy to advance CIMMYT's internal communications effort and its research-for-development programs.
Help shape CIMMYT's internal messages through effective communications strategies and tactics.
Generate compelling information to support CIMMYT's communications efforts.
Develop and implement comprehensive media strategies for specific programs/projects, as directed by the Director of International Communications.
Raise awareness through internal communications channels of the value and impact of major CIMMYT projects.
Write, edit and oversee the production of communications vehicles to inform CIMMYT employees about significant events, policies, procedures and other information that will help them to do their jobs more effectively.
Write material for the CIMMYT intranet and other internal communications vehicles.
Work with the multi-media communications specialist and photographer to document CIMMYT activities in those mediums.
Provide necessary support to the Office of the Director General (including the DDG-CS and DDG-R&P), Corporate Services and its components and CIMMYT's Programs.
Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Required academic qualifications, skills and attitudes:
- Masters'
Degree in Journalism, Communications or related discipline. A
bachelor's degree with extensive experience will be considered.
- At
least 8 years of experience in internal communications, marketing,
public relations, media relations and/or non-profit communications.
Advanced knowledge of relevant administrative and/or operating protocols
and policies of the function is required.
- Non-profit
organization experience or demonstrated understanding of the non-profit
and/or agricultural research for development environments.
- Clear
grasp of communications strategies and creativity in applying them to
raise awareness of CIMMYT's activities and achievements.
- High proficiency in English. Knowledge of Spanish or South Asian languages is an advantage.
- Ability to express technical concepts in clear, simple language for diverse audiences.
- Proficiency in use of social networking and new media tools.
- Demonstrated ability to work collegially and collaboratively in diverse, multicultural partnerships.
CIMMYT is an equal opportunity employer. It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity. Women are encouraged to apply.
To apply for this position, please email cover letter and CV no later than Friday, 14 March, 2014 to Human Resources, CIMMYT (Email: irsrecruitment@cgiar.org ) / Please indicate Position Reference number: 12338 in the header of your email).
For further information on the selection process, please contact Guillermo Flores, at g.flores@cgiar.org
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted .
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