THE ROLE IS FOR NATIONAL CANDIDATES ONLY

The Role:

Communications Coordinator plays a central role in developing Oxfam Ukraine’s response communications activities, working closely with Oxfam affiliates and partner organizations. They create high-quality written and multimedia content (press releases, blogs, case studies, etc.) to raise the profile of Oxfam’s partners and support strategic advocacy objectives locally, regionally, and internationally.

Key responsibilities include collaborating with partners on media strategies, contributing to donor and internal reporting, managing ethical content collection, and maintaining content archives. Coordinator also builds the capacity of staff and partners to produce impactful media materials, engages with international media, and ensures adherence to Oxfam’s communication standards. They identify new communication opportunities, support emergency communications, and foster collaboration with external stakeholders as well.

What we are looking for:

Essential:

• Accountability, empowerment, and inclusiveness
• Bachelor’s degree in media, Communications, Journalism, or equivalent experience.
• Strong skills in producing high-quality, audience-focused communications across various mediums.
• Excellent copywriting skills and storytelling experience with ethical considerations.
• Proficient in Ukrainian and English, with outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to adapt complex humanitarian content for diverse audiences.
• Networking and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships internally and with partners.
• Strategic, creative problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strong organizational, planning, and prioritization skills under pressure.
• Flexibility, independence, and commitment to gender equity.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of Russian and/or Polish.
• Experience with humanitarian organizations and marginalized groups.
• Skills in graphic design, media briefings, press releases, and content-gathering trips.

Detailed description of the role can be found in JD (.PDF file) below.

Our values and commitment to safeguarding:

Oxfam is a global community committed to ending poverty, comprising volunteers, activists, and experts in over 90 countries. Oxfam GB is part of a confederation of 21 organizations working with partners and communities worldwide.

Oxfam is dedicated to preventing misconduct, including harassment, abuse, and financial integrity issues, and to safeguarding the welfare of all involved, especially vulnerable groups. All staff and volunteers are expected to uphold these values through our code of conduct. The role requires safeguarding training, with adherence to Oxfam’s policies. Employment is contingent on satisfactory references and screening, including checks under the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, where relevant.

We value diversity and gender equality and encourage applicants from varied backgrounds.