Senior Communications officer Vacancy
 

Leaders International is an international network of local organizations that plans, manages, and monitors innovation and economic development interventions in the region. Through its offices in Brussels, Amman, Tunis and Ramallah, Leaders International provides complete project-management services with a focus on private-sector development, enterprise development, job creation, entrepreneurship, D4D, economic policy dialogue, and tourism value chain development. 

Leaders International is seeking a highly experienced Senior Communications Officer to lead and oversee communications efforts for its projects across Jordan, Ramallah, and Belgium. Based in Amman, this full-time position requires a strategic thinker with hands-on experience in managing multi-country communications portfolios, ensuring donor visibility, leading content production, and implementing cross-channel campaigns.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in communications within the development or NGO sector, fluency in Arabic and English, and a proven ability to manage teams, strategies, and deliverables.

• Lead the development and implementation of communications strategies and action plans for projects in Jordan, Ramallah, and Belgium.
• Supervise and support in-country communications officers and ensure regional alignment with overall communication goals.
• Produce and oversee the production of high-quality, bilingual (Arabic and English) content, including social media posts, press releases, success stories, newsletters, and publications.
• Coordinate the development and execution of regional and project-specific communication campaigns, including Calls to Action (CTA), visibility efforts, and digital advertising.
• Manage media relations across the region, build press networks, prepare media kits, and coordinate interviews, op-eds, and media coverage.
• Ensure full compliance with donor visibility requirements and branding guidelines.
• Provide strategic input into event planning and manage visibility for high-profile events and launches.
• Lead the monitoring and evaluation of communication efforts, providing regular reporting on KPIs, media coverage, social engagement, and reach.
• Ensure coordination with the HQ and project teams to align messaging, timelines, and reporting cycles.
• Offer training or capacity building for junior communications staff and in-country teams as needed.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in communications, ideally in the development, humanitarian, or NGO sectors.
• Demonstrated experience in:

1. Strategic communications planning and execution
2. Multi-stakeholder and donor visibility coordination
3. Media relations and campaign design
4. Social media advertising, monitoring, and analytics
5. Bilingual content creation (Arabic and English)
6. Team supervision or mentoring

• Strong understanding of the communications and media landscape in Jordan and the region.
• Familiarity with donor-funded project environments and communication/reporting expectations.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in both Arabic and English (spoken and written).
• Leadership capabilities with an ability to manage multiple priorities and delegate effectively.
• High attention to detail and quality assurance in content and deliverables.
• Strategic thinking, initiative, and ability to anticipate communication needs.
• Strong time and task management skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to travel if needed.

Added Values (Preferred but Not Required)

• Photography and videography skills for field coverage and documentation.
• Experience with graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Familiarity with AI-powered content creation tools (e.g., ChatGPT, AI-based video/photo editors).
• Knowledge of web content management systems or email marketing platforms.

Please submit your updated CV no later than Monday, 30 June, 2025.

If your application is successful, you will be contacted to take a written test, attend an interview, and provide references (if needed).

Our recruitment procedures are based on a policy of equal opportunity that respects social and cultural differences, avoids discrimination of any kind, and encourages the creation of an inclusive work environment.