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War Child believes no child should be part of war. Ever.<\/em> War Child Holland is looking for a:<\/em><\/p>\n Manager Communication<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n \u2018A pragmatic people manager with proven track record in impactful communications\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n You<\/strong><\/em> Your challenge<\/strong><\/em> Your profile<\/strong><\/em> The organisation<\/strong><\/em>
\nChildren have the right to grow up in peace, free from fear and violence. To develop their full potential and become the person they want to be. War Child makes a lasting impact. By protecting children from violence and offering psychosocial support and education. We unleash the children\u2019s inner strength with our creative and involving approach. And inspire as many people as we can to participate in our cause. War Child is both implementing its own programmes and cooperating with a variety of partner organizations in 14 countries around the world.\u00a0www.warchildholland.org<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n
\nYou have a strong drive for branding and you are passionate about communications in any way, shape or form. A people manager and strategic compass for the team. You like to get things done together with your team. It gives you energy. You have a proven track record in branding and operationalizing strategy with a team of experts. You are the gatekeeper of War Child Holland\u2019s reputation and international positioning which is a precondition for growth and organizational success: helping more war-affected children worldwide. You will be working with a team of ten communications professionals and several interns.<\/em><\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Safeguard the use of the War Child brand. Operationalize our branding in different plans, campaigns and communication channels;<\/em>
\n\u2022 Execute the Annual Plan of Communications and Design together with the team;<\/em>
\n\u2022 Operationalize Marketing, Communication & Fundraising (MCF) strategy and draft proposals for efficient implementation with clear processes and policies in place;<\/em>
\n\u2022 Drive and support team with development of communication plans for corporate (national and international) and country communications and ensure\/steer on budget and capacity for implementation;<\/em>
\n\u2022 Responsible, together with the Media & Press Officer, for the way War Child ambassadors communicate and are positioned;<\/em>
\n\u2022 Monitor budget and report deviations;<\/em>
\n\u2022 Monitor implementation of planned communication activities, signal shortages, take action for improvement<\/em>
\n\u2022 Advice management and employees, on demand or without demand, on internal or external communication issues and on crisis situations;<\/em>
\n\u2022 Ensure proper quantitative and qualitative staffing within the team in order to achieve the determined objectives with a focus on efficiency and agile working;<\/em>
\n\u2022 Responsible for the execution of the established personnel policies and conducts performance appraisals with the employees involved;<\/em>
\n\u2022 Being a sparring partner to the coms team as well as the other managers of the Marketing, Communication & Fundraising Department.<\/em><\/p>\n
\n\u2022 At least 5 years of experience in a similar position within an international organization;<\/em>
\n\u2022 Knowledge and experience in the field of leadership\/management and the implementation of strategy;<\/em>
\n\u2022 Experience within an international non-governmental organization is an advantage;<\/em>
\n\u2022 You have excellent communication skills in English and Dutch (verbal and written).<\/em>
\n\u2022 Strong critical analysis and strategic thinking skills;<\/em>
\n\u2022 Planning and organisational skills;<\/em>
\n\u2022 Project management, result driven and strong advisory skills;<\/em>
\n\u2022 Knowledge of agile way-of-working is an advantage;<\/em>
\n\u2022 Degree in Communication (minimum BSc level);<\/em>
\n\u2022 Available on short notice for 32-40 hours per week;<\/em>
\n\u2022 Creative mind and of course a good sense of humor!<\/em><\/p>\n
\nWar Child is a young and dynamic organization. We try to keep an informal ambiance within our office, with a lot of room for creativity, inspiration and self-initiative from employees. We practice what we preach: dynamic, innovative, integrity focused and a drive to reach the highest possible results against the lowest possible costs. War Child offers a challenging job in an inspiring workplace in Amsterdam. War Child aims to help as many war-affected children as possible. Therefore War Child has a low cost policy in place resulting in salaries below market standard.<\/em><\/p>\n