Overview


This is an opportunity to drive the messaging and impact of CIFOR-ICRAF research and action on the ground. The Executive Communications Officer will play a pivotal role in enhancing the visibility and thought leadership of CIFOR-ICRAF by managing key social media channels, drafting speeches, and preparing high-quality presentations. The successful candidate will ensure that all communications align with the organization’s mission, vision, and strategic priorities, reflecting the voice and values of the organization.
The primary objective of this assignment is to strengthen the organization’s public profile and thought leadership through strategic and effective communication. The Executive Communications Officer will achieve this by:
Crafting compelling speeches and talking points that effectively communicate the vision, values, and organizational goals
Developing visually appealing and impactful presentations
Managing and curating social media presence to enhance engagement with key audiences and stakeholders
Providing comprehensive communications support to ensure consistency and alignment with the organization’s strategic priorities and internal messaging


Duties and responsibilities

 Social Media Management:


Develop, implement, and manage social media accounts and strategy
Create, curate, and schedule engaging content across key platforms (Twitter/X, LinkedIn)
Monitor, analyze, and report on social media performance and engagement
Ensure brand consistency and manage online interactions in a timely and professional manner


Speechwriting:


Draft, edit, and refine speeches, talking points, and remarks for public appearances, events, and internal meetings
Conduct thorough research to ensure speeches are relevant, impactful, and aligned with current organizational and industry trends
Collaborate with relevant teams to gather insights and data to support key messages


Presentation Development:


Design and develop visually compelling and informative presentations for various audiences, including stakeholders, partners, and internal staff
Ensure presentations are aligned with messaging and organizational branding guidelines
Maintain a repository of presentation templates and materials for reuse and adaptation


General Communications Support:


Provide strategic communications advice and support on media engagements and public appearances
Drive internal communications initiatives
Write regular staff newsletters and opinion pieces
Support filming the CEO (Communications, Outreach and Engagement)
Coordinate with the broader communications team to ensure alignment and integration of messaging across platforms
Prepare briefing materials, reports, and other documentation as required
Manage special projects and perform other duties assigned


Education, knowledge and experience


Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism or a related field
Minimum of 3 years of experience in communications, preferably in a high-profile or executive environment
Proven experience in managing social media platforms for corporate communications (senior executives, organizations, initiatives)
Strong background in writing (speeches, newsletters, opinion pieces etc.) and content creation
Proficiency in designing presentations using tools such as PowerPoint, Keynote, or Canva


The application deadline is 12 Apr 2025