Communications Specialist (3-6 Months, Part-Time)
Join International Rivers in our mission to protect rivers and defend the rights of communities that depend on them. We're seeking a versatile Digital Communications specialist for a short-term engagement to support our digital presence and key initiatives. Job Details... Duration: 3-6 monthsCompetitive rates based on local market standardsWork Location:Remote position, collaborating with our global team across Asia, Africa, Latin America, and USAPreferred locations: USA, South Africa, Thailand (countries where we have legal entities)About International Rivers:International Rivers works to protect rivers and the rights of communities that depend on them.We collaborate with an international network of dam-affected people, grassroots organizations, environmentalists, human rights advocates, and others committed to stopping destructive river projects and promoting better options. With expertise in big dams, energy and water policy, climate change, and international financial institutions, we support partner organizations and dam-affected people by providing advice, training, and technical assistance, and advocating on their behalf with governments, banks, companies, and international agencies.Key Responsibilities:Collaborate with program staff to create engaging content for social media platforms (Twitter/X, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram)Write occasional blog postsAssist with campaign launches and support conference presentationsSupport webinars and creation of virtual event assetsAssist with updating websiteParticipate in occasional team meetingsOutput:Working with program staff and communications team, produce:6-8 posts, 1 reel/story per month2-3 blogs per monthSupport for 1-2 webinars or virtual event, with program and/or development staff2-3 flyers or other marketing collateralIdeal Candidate:Excellent English language writing and communication skillsExperience in advocacy communications preferably for environmental or social justice organizationsProficiency in creating digital content and graphics using tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar platformsStrong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines and stakeholders across multiple time zonesPassion for environmental and human rights issuesInterested candidates should apply directly through Idealist, including resume and portfolioApply tot his job