Communications Coordinator (Sudan Regional Response Pooled Fund) at Danish Refugee Council

Overall purpose of the role:

The Communications Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies to effectively support the Sudan Regional Response Pooled Fund (SRRPF). This role involves producing high-quality content and ensuring that communication aligns with humanitarian principles, protection risks, and a "do no harm" approach. The ideal candidate combines technical expertise with creativity and storytelling skills to deliver impactful communication outputs across various platforms.

Responsibilities :

The Communications Coordinator will

• Design and implement a communications strategy for the SRRPF.
• Generate compelling written and visual content that aligns with SRRPF’s messaging and humanitarian principles.
• Produce strong communication materials, including press releases, success stories, and advocacy content.
• Plan and execute communication activities, campaigns, and events to promote the fund’s achievements, learning and evidence generation.
• Capture and curate professional photographs using advanced camera equipment.
• Use Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign) to design high-quality visual assets.
• Liaise with community focal points on locally prioritised stories, documenting and sharing impact.
• Build and maintain relationships with regional media and global contacts to ensure coverage of key initiatives.
• Focal point for media during key events or crises.
• Serve as an alternate spokesperson for SRRPF, when delegated by the Fund Director.
• Provide training on effective communication practices and ethical storytelling, upon request.

Experience and Technical comptencies (included year of experience)

• A higher education degree in communications, journalism, international relations, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience in communication, journalism, and campaign management within the humanitarian or international development sectors.
• Demonstrated ability to generate impactful content and storytelling materials with a strong understanding of humanitarian principles and ethical storytelling.
• Experience producing communication/media products, including online and physical content.
• Proficiency in photography and professional camera handling, including accessories.
• Advanced IT skills, including MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign), and AI technology.
• Familiarity with regional and global media outlets and networks.