Communications Specialist

Habitat for Humanity International is looking for a driven and organized Communications Specialist to join our global team and lead our brand’s storytelling efforts in Europe and the Middle East. This role offers significant autonomy and the chance to make a real impact and requires exceptional time management and prioritization skills. If you're a proactive self-starter with a passion for communications, we would love to hear from you.

What would be your responsibilities?

• ​Take ownership of developing and implementing communication strategies that support Habitat's regional and global objectives, working closely with regional leadership.

• Coordinate content gathering and storytelling in Europe, Middle East and North Africa countries, supporting our programs, fundraising and advocacy.

• ​Reinforce Habitat’s brand and communications standards among content-gatherers, setting clear guiderails around the development of stories, images, videos and other assets.

• Review and edit key content and tools such as stories, photos, videos, press releases and communication strategies.

• Help coordinate media interviews and other external communications opportunities related to Habitat’s work in the region, including preparation of key spokespeople.

• Support communication activities around Habitat-sponsored events and forums in which Habitat participates.  

• Lead regional website management and social media engagement. 

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in communications or other field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in communications, public relations or related field
• Fluency in English
• Proven ability to write and curate strong content while meeting brand and messaging needs
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders from across the globe
• Experience with managing social media
• Active support of HFHI Values:
- Humility – We are part of something bigger than ourselves
- Courage – We do what’s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular
- Accountability – We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission
• Safeguarding: HFHI requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Managers at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity’s code of conduct.

We have a benefits package that invests in our employee’s long-term personal and professional growth and well-being. Here’s a sample of what that includes: 

• Work-Life balance: 40 hours a week with Alternative Work Schedule providing some degree of flexibility on how long, where, and when you work. 

• Meal vouchers: 8,50 € per day fully compensated by the employer. 

• Transportation, internet, and cell phone allowance 

• Contribution to DDS in the amount of 6% of the gross salary 

• Medical benefit (membership at ProCare or annual credit for medical expenses)  

• Multisport card or UpDejeuner benefit credit 

• Employee recognition portal  

• Extra personal days off 

• Sick days  

• Retreats and teambuilding activities organized by organization 

• Training and professional development opportunities 

• Opportunity to work for an International NGO contributing to eliminating poverty around the world and positively impacting millions of people annually 

• Being part of a truly international environment – working with colleagues from various parts of the world

• Friendly and supportive working environment