Full-Time Communications Adviser – Timor-Leste
Job Description
Volunteer Service Abroad covers costs while you are on assignment, including travel, accommodation, living allowance and more
The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Timor-Leste (CCI-TL) is an umbrella orgainsation which represents business associations in Timor-Leste. They represent needs of their members in policy advocacy. CCI-TL also provides a range of business services which aim to enhance skills, knowledge and performance of their member associations to achieve private sector growth.
On this assignment, your main aim is to assist with the communications and promotion of CCI-TL in increasing membership, and participation at events and workshops. You will provide one-on-one mentoring and training to the Stakeholder Communications Advisor that will enable them to develop and implement a communications plan, create media guidelines and draft content for reports, newsletters and other documents. Through in-house training of relevant staff, your support will help the Chamber build their communication capacity and effectively engage with existing members, stakeholders and the public.
This assignment offers a rewarding opportunity to help businesses grow, and ultimately achieve sustainable economic growth for Timor-Leste.
VSA assignments provide a unique opportunity for professional development by sharing your skills to build thriving communities in the Pacific and beyond.
We’re looking for a volunteer with:
- Qualification in communications or a related discipline or relevant work experience
- Experience developing and implementing communication plans
- Experience mentoring and coaching people with different levels of ability
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Experience developing media relationships
This is a 2-year assignment in Dili, Timor-Leste.
About volunteering with VSA
VSA is New Zealand’s largest and most experienced volunteering agency working in international development.
We cover living allowances, accommodation and utilities. Travel, visas, insurance and medical costs are organised and funded by VSA.
Volunteers must be a NZ citizen or permanent resident.
If current VSA assignments don’t suit your skills and experience you can register your interest with us and we’ll let you know when something in your field is available.
How to Apply
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