Communication Coordinator @ Odyssea

Starting Date: Feb 2023

Status:  Full- time, indefinite contract 

About the company:

Odyssea is a nonprofit organization that supports young vulnerable people to have access to employment opportunities in society. We provide tailored vocational, and life-skills training combined with employability services that bridge young people with the world of work and empower them to realize their full potential.

‘Our vision is to build a world where all young people thrive by realizing their full potential.’

As the organisation is growing in staff and social impact we are looking for a qualified person to work as Communication Coordinator.

About the role: 

The role will focus on supporting the formulation and implementation of its communication strategy, with the purpose to raise awareness and promote the Organization’s activity towards different audiences and a variety of key stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

1. Designs and implements the strategic communication strategy for Odyssea A.M.K.E, by working as part of an integrated, multi-functional team planning.
2. Coordinates external partners for videos production (testimonials, activities), graphic designers and external digital Ads performer. 
3. Identifies opportunities for media work and provides advice on what products or activities would work best to meet media objectives and achieve impact, ensuring all work is timely, with a strong news value targeted at defined audiences.
4. Develops a network of media sponsors.
5. Monitors media coverage and responds to queries from journalists / editors.
6. Designs and coordinates campaigns and publications, according to the strategic communication objectives and priorities.
7. Coordinates content related to Odyssea news, achievements, and field work posted to the appropriate webpages and social media channels.
8. Proofreads, translates, and distributes press materials, such as news releases, dispatches and media advisories.
9.  Be an active community manager for the online community of Odyssea.
10. Content management of Odyssea’s websites. SEO & SEM management. 
11. Creation supervision, implementation and monitoring of digital advertising campaigns (Facebook, Instagram, GoogleAds).
12. Works with internal resources and outside vendors to develop promotional materials, both printed and digital.
13. Ensures the preparation for press conferences, meetings, and special events, physical or virtual.
14. Represents Odyssea A.M.K.E in partnership meetings, as needed and promotes its brand internally and externally.
15. Represents Odyssea A.M.K.E in CSR conferences and meetings, domestic and abroad.
16. In close collaboration with the Fundraising Officer, identifies and submits applications for prizes and awards that could raise the profile of Odyssea A.M.K.E and secure funding.
17. Assists in fundraising by participating in the preparation of applications submitted for corporate and trusts humanitarian funding.
18. Develops a network of collaborators from the CSR environment.

Qualifications and Requirements:

1. University degree in Social Sciences, Political Science, Marketing, Communications, Journalism or equivalent.
2. Current residency in Greece and work authorization for Greece required.
3. Excellent proofreading and oral communication skills in English are required; proficiency in other languages is desired.
4. At least 2 years of experience in communication; experience in the domains of strategic priority for Odyssea is desired and will be considered as a plus.
5. Excellent writing, copy-editing and communication skills; experience in creating blog content and e-mail communications, experience in managing social media.
6. Experience working on a Content Management System (CMS) or publishing to a website, and proficiency in software packages, including MS Office applications, are required.
7. Excellent event planning, coordination and management skills; familiarity with the standards of writing and copy editing.
8. Excellent multitasking, time management and problem solving skills; must be able to work autonomously and in a team setting.
9. Strong interpersonal skills, including patience and a sense of humor, and the ability to work well under pressure while juggling multiple tasks simultaneously are required.
10. Opportunity to travel.
11. Commitment to equal opportunities and non-­discriminatory practices and respect of confidentiality, are required.

If you are interested in applying, please send your CV and motivation letter in English to career@odyssea.com mentioning in the subject line of the email subject “Odyssea_Communication Coordinator”.

Due to the urgency of recruitment, Odyssea reserves the right to complete the process as soon as the suitable candidate has been identified. Interested candidates should submit their applications (CV and motivation letter) not later than by February 7th, 2023.

Only short-listed candidates will receive a written reply.

More info here  –|> https://odyssea.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Communication-coordinator.pdf