Global: Digital Communications Specialist (consultancy) - OI
OI are looking for a consultant to work a total of 30 days over a three – four month period to undertake project work relevant to the OI digital presence. We are preferably looking for someone who can work two days per week. The successful candidate will need to be a highly experienced digital communications professional who is able to come into the post and take over on both digital campaigns work and web managerial tasks with confidence. We particularly need support from a web specialist to help us move forward on some areas of site development.
Digital Communications Specialist (consultancy)
OI are looking for a consultant to work a total of 30 days over a three – four month period to undertake project work relevant to the OI digital presence. We are preferably looking for someone who can work two days per week. The successful candidate will need to be a highly experienced digital communications professional who is able to come into the post and take over on both digital campaigns work and web managerial tasks with confidence. We particularly need support from a web specialist to help us move forward on some areas of site development.
About OI
Oxfam International (OI) is a confederation of 13 independent non-governmental organizations (affiliates) working together with over 3,000 partners in more than 100 countries.
Together we are working to fight poverty and related injustice around the world.
About the OI web team
The OI web team is responsible for OI’s web presence. In addition the team works with the confederation through the OI campaigns teams, cross confederation web managers network and the digital communications group to develop coordinated digital campaigns and improve digital presence.
Purpose of the consultancy
To work with the Website Technical Developer to improve the OI website home page for a better user experience and to launch our new site theme (design).
To complete the set up of our new mailing list and facilitate names sharing among the Oxfam confederation.
To undertake any other web projects arising from collaboration with the Website Technical Developer on improving user journey.
To liaise with OI campaigns teams to advise on international digital campaigns around key events.
To work with campaigns to create and publish digital campaigns/key event information on the OI website.
Who we are looking for
We are looking for an experienced digital communications specialist who has proven previous experience of delivering on these areas of work, preferably for an international website. You will need sound web editorial skills, knowledge of web based content management systems (knowledge of Drupal a definite plus), graphics packages and video editing software. You will also have experience of setting up and managing mailing lists. In addition, you will have experience of advising on digital campaigns (preferably international) and the creation of digital products for campaigns.
You will need to be fluent in English and knowledge of French and/or Spanish will be an advantage. You will need proven organisational and time management skills and the ability to work as part of an international team.
Budget and work pattern
We are looking for someone who can work up to 30 days over 3 – 4 months, starting immediately. Some of the time must be worked weekly, although offers of a longer period of full-time work followed by dedicated weekly hours for campaigns work may be considered. The post can be worked in the office at Oxford or remotely.
How to apply
To apply please send your CV, links to any examples of websites/web tools you have worked on (specifying your role) and covering email to [email][email protected]
If you would like an informal discussion about the post prior to application please call Carolyn Baker, Head of Digital Communications on +44 (0)7824865118.
Please use the subject line ‘Digital Communications Specialist’ and highlight relevant experience, day rate (or range) and availability.
Closing date: 1st June 2009 09:00 GMT
How we will select:
We will select the successful candidate against the following criteria:
1. Skills match
2. Proposed work pattern
3. Day rate
4. Location
Anyone shortlisted will be contacted within two weeks of the closing date.