Multimedia Officer

About American University of Afghanistan

Job Summary

The Multimedia Officer will support the Director of Communications in managing all aspects of communications, public relations, and social media at the American University of Afghanistan. S/he will work with the Director of Communications to implement communication strategies to broaden the impact of the University’s programs and oversee organizational messaging and constituent services. The Multimedia Officer is responsible for collecting, produce and manage communication products and materials in support of AUAF communication strategy.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Multimedia Officer’s duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:


Maintains an up to date archive of AUAF communications material;

Supports the production of communications material for external and internal audiences consistent with the branding guidelines of AUAF;

Produces high-quality flyers, brochures for the website and other social media outlets as required;

Designs and layouts the AUAF newsletter and other communications materials as needed;

Regularly updates AUAF website and pages on social media;

Films and edits short videos for internal and external use; and

Develops and maintain relations with media, government, and public, in close coordination with the support of the Director of Communications.

Job Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.


The position requires the incumbent to reside in Afghanistan

Bachelor’s degree in journalism or other communications related field or relevant field experience

Minimum three years of experience in the field of communications and public relations with an international institution

Filming and video editing skills

Layout and design skills; knowledge of adobe InDesign

Excellent spoken and written English. Fluency in Dari. Must be able to communicate in Pashto

Proven organizational skills including ability to ability to juggle multiple demands, manage shifting priorities, and negotiate timeline

Good conceptual and analytical as well as creative thinking

Abilities and Skills Requirements:


Excellent interpersonal skills

Superior written and oral communications skills

Advanced computer skills

Ability to work under pressure and within limited timeframes

Excellent analytical, project management, and organizational skills

Submission Guideline

Applicants must submit their resume and cover letter in one document as PDF or MS Word electronically. Applications are accepted in English only. Please include “Multimedia Officer” in the subject line of the email.

Application Deadline: All applications must be submitted on or before May 9th, 2017. After reviews of the applicants, formal written tests/interviews for the finalists will be set up in Kabul on the AUAF Campus.

Functional Area

Communication

Countries

Submission Email

nationaljobs@auaf.edu.af

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