United States of America: Communications Coordinator

Pathfinder Overview
Pathfinder International is driven by the conviction that all people, regardless of where they live, have the right to decide whether and when to have children, to exist free from fear and stigma, and to lead the lives they choose. Since 1957, we have partnered with local governments, communities, and health systems in developing countries to remove barriers to critical sexual and reproductive health services. Together, we expand access to contraception, promote healthy pregnancies, save women’s lives, and stop the spread of new HIV infections, wherever the need is most urgent. Our work ensures millions of women, men, and young people are able to choose their own paths forward.

Communications Coordinator

Watertown, MA

Summary:
The Communications Coordinator is a critical team member in the Strategic Communications and External Affairs unit, providing a range of administrative support services to the team. The Communications Coordinator is passionate about brand identity and voice, loves storytelling, cares about the details, is an avid follower of current events, and enjoys working on multiple projects simultaneously.

Roles and Responsibilities:
* Drafting various internal and external documents, correspondence, statements, press releases, presentations and more for review by supervisor.
* Tracking news – domestically and globally – related to Pathfinder’s work and industry. Prepares and shares daily press clips.
* Arranges international and domestic travel.
* Manages and maintains the department schedules, meetings, and project plans.
* Maintains systems to ensure financial and legal compliance for the department including tracking payments, reimbursements, and expenses.
* Liaising with other units at Pathfinder and our country offices to gather information, collaborate, and ensure accuracy of all communications.
* Represent Pathfinder at external events including conferences, meetings, and special events.

Must haves:
* You are personable, enjoy working in teams and with colleagues in a global organization.
* You are organized and sweat the small stuff. You’ll double-check all correspondence for typos and make sure the right people get invited to meetings.
* You are passionate about sexual and reproductive health and rights.
* You are an excellent communicator and enjoy writing.
* You can manage sensitive information and maintain a high level of professionalism at all times.
* You like a challenge. No task is too big or too small. You’re looking to learn and grow professionally.
* You are willing to go above and beyond to get the job done.
* You have a bachelors degree or equivalent
* You can live and work in either Washington, D.C. or Watertown, MA.
* You are comfortable with technology including Skype and Microsoft office suite, and capable of working on a global team based in multiple offices and time zones.

Good to haves:
* You are an explorer and interested in travel – both domestically and internationally.
* You are conversant or fluent in multiple languages.
* You have a background in global development, reproductive health, or public health.

Minimal Requirements

Minimally Required Job-Specific Competencies:
* Organization, Planning, Coordination and Multi-tasking: Advanced organizational and planning skills, project planning and management skills. Proven ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and multi-task with minimal supervision. Proven ability to coordinate activities.
* Writing and Editing: Ability to compose and edit correspondence, reports and general documentation.
* Filling and Records Maintenance: Ability to file and maintain records.
* Functional Area Systems Expertise: Advanced knowledge of functional area systems.
* Onboarding: Ability to onboard new hires of business unit and process required paperwork.

Minimally Required Organizational Competencies:
* Software Applications: Advanced knowledge of Microsoft products, including MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Outlook. Advanced knowledge of functional area specific software.
* Project Management Planning and Management: Ability to plan and manage cross-functional initiatives.
* Analysis and Sound Judgement: Foundational analytical and trouble shooting skills. Ability to make sound judgments. Ability to improve processes, promote excellence and demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness.
* Languages: Proven ability to write and speak using local language and English language
* Communication: Advanced oral and written communication skills using different forms of media. Ability to interact professionally with culturally and linguistically diverse staff and clients.
* Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights: Foundational knowledge of family planning and reproductive health principles, practices and services, including program strategies and indicators. Foundational knowledge of assigned business unit's function and deliverables supporting sexual and reproductive health and rights.
* Passion for Sexual and Reproductive Health Services: Demonstrated commitment to family planning, reproductive health services, gender, maternal, child health services, and eradication of harmful traditional practices
* Influencing and Customer Service Skills: Ability to influence using diplomacy skills with key stakeholders. Proven customer service skills.
* Self-Management and Teamwork: Ability to work independently or as a member of the team, ability to be detailed-oriented and consistently accurate, ability to manage stress effectively in a fast-paced environment, and ability to quickly learn new systems, processes and procedures and adapt local practices to global standards.
* Matrix Management: Ability to thrive in a matrixed organization.
* Confidentiality: Proven ability to maintain confidentiality on work-related matters

Required Education, Training and Experience:
* Bachelor’s degree, or a combination of education and work experience that yields the required competencies
* 4 years related experience, including experience in administration
* Prefer: Experience in non-profit organizations

Other Information:
* Travel required (10% or less)
* Uses cellular and desk phone; laptop or desktop computer

Pathfinder International is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. Pathfinder International does not charge candidates Recruitment or Application fees for any position, to which they may apply globally.

Application URL: http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=ZXNpbW1vbnMuOTE1NTQuMzgzMEBwYXRoZmluZGVyLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ