Junior Communications Specialist

NIRAS International Consulting is looking for a Junior Communications Specialist with a flair for words and a knack for video editing. In this role, you will collaborate with colleagues in the Manila office and with project managers, experts, and specialists worldwide. Your work mainly focuses on telling stories clearly and compellingly across both written and visual media, helping audiences connect with the impact of the organisation’s work. If you take initiative, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a passion for storytelling, you could be the person for the job.

Responsibilities

• Manage, research, and write internal and external news content on behalf of the international development consulting arm.
• Research and write engaging project briefs, turning key aspects and results of detailed reports into brief, comprehensible and clear content for a general audience.
• Edit videos using Adobe Premiere or similar software and support content creation for projects and social media (i.e., LinkedIn).
• Liaise with our project managers for internal and external communications, ensuring accuracy and completeness of project information.
• Proofread or edit deliverables and other knowledge products written in English.

Requirements

• With relevant education, training, or experience in development communications, journalism, marketing, or literature.
• 1-3 years of work experience; fresh graduates are welcome.
• Highly proficient in written and spoken English; familiarity with other languages is a bonus.
• Having initiative is a must. We are looking for an independent and self-motivated worker who can collaborate with a global team, meet deadlines, and deliver fast turnaround when needed.
• Ability and openness to work within a multi-cultural organisation spanning multiple time zones.
• A love for good (and accurate!) storytelling.
• Creativity and flexibility (both in working approach and working time).
• A sense of humour and general positive outlook.

Preferred but not required

• Experience in transcribing or writing scripts for videos.
• Proficiency in managing internal social platforms (i.e., Viva Engage).
• Experience using Content Management Systems (e.g., WordPress, Umbraco).
• Basic knowledge of implementing a communications strategy or marketing campaign.
• Big bonus if you know how to work with other Adobe products such as InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.

Note: A trade test will be conducted as part of the recruitment process to assess technical skills and qualifications.