Summary of the Programme:
The Communication and Media (CM) Programme works on internal and external communication to maximise the organisational outreach to its members, partners and outside audiences, through traditional and social media strategies, publications and other communication tools. The primary role of the Programme is to create a larger constituency for human rights issues in Asia.**
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Assist in content development for FORUM-ASIA’s website (WordPress) and social media channels, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn;
- Assist in the content development, design, and release of FORUM-ASIA monthly e-newsletter;
- Assist in developing the messages and design for FORUM-ASIA’s outreach campaigns and publications (Canva and WeVideo are available tools), creating simple yet engaging visual assets (posts, quote cards, GIFs…etc)
- Support in producing monthly media analysis, including social media trends and news coverage;
- Support the strengthening of FORUM-ASIA’s internal and external communication strategies and tools;
- Support in media relations and assisting in maintaining media database;
- Assist in admin programme work/basic documentation/compilation;
- Attend meetings/trainings/events outside of the Secretariat; and
- Any other tasks according to personal capacity and programme needs.
Qualifications and requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in journalism, communications, multimedia/digital/social media, or other relevant fields;
- Familiar with or experience in communication tools for graphic design and content development, photo and video editing, website management, and online audience engagement;
- Familiar with or experience in producing visual content for various social media platforms, including Instagram and Facebook stories;
- Some practical knowledge about international human rights standards, mechanisms and practices;
- Strong interest in human rights issues in the Asian region;
- Some experience in organising or planning campaigns an asset;
- Strong analytical skills;
- Embrace creativity and innovation;
- Good level of written and spoken English;
- Ability to multi-task, solve problems, and work in a multicultural team; and
- Ability to work under pressure and meet team deadlines.
How to apply
Interested applicants must submit the following:
- Completed Internship Application Form;
- A resume and cover letter (both in pdf files) explaining why you are interested in the position.
Complete applications should be sent to FORUM-ASIA at [email protected] before 24 January 2021, midnight Bangkok Time (UTC+7), with subject: Application for Communication and Media Internship. Late applications will not be considered
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