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INInternational Committee of the Red Cross

Head of External Communication and Chief Spokesperson(m/w/x)

Genf
Full-timeOn-siteSenior

Shaping global public positioning and leading editorial approach for humanitarian aid provider. Minimum 15 years journalism or media relations experience required. Representing organization in global media interactions, advising senior leadership on crisis messaging.

Requirements

  • Minimum 15 years progressive experience in journalism or media relations
  • Proven track record of delivering high-impact external narratives
  • Experience advising senior leadership
  • Experience serving as a spokesperson
  • Experience in complex, high-pressure, crisis environments
  • Expertise in media relations
  • Expertise in crisis communication
  • Ability to manage reputational risk
  • Ability to deliver timely, strategic responses
  • Native-level fluency of English
  • Excellent command of French
  • Working knowledge of additional languages (Arabic, Spanish, or German)
  • Exceptional ability to translate complex issues into clear messaging
  • Ability to translate complex issues into compelling messaging
  • Ability to translate complex issues into influential messaging
  • Strong external orientation
  • Deep understanding of global media ecosystems
  • Proactive, results-driven approach to engagement
  • Engagement across evolving information environments
  • Ability to perform under pressure
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment
  • Ability to respond effectively in crisis situations
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Communication skills
  • Ability to build and manage relationships with senior internal stakeholders
  • Ability to build and manage relationships with media
  • Ability to build and manage relationships with external partners
  • Portfolio of work demonstrating relevant experience

Tasks

  • Shape ICRC’s public positioning
  • Lead global editorial approach
  • Represent ICRC in global media interactions
  • Work with President and leadership on strategic alignment
  • Define and drive crisis messaging strategies
  • Deliver media engagement strategies globally
  • Build relationships with global media and influencers
  • Serve as chief spokesperson in sensitive media engagements
  • Deliver clear and impactful messaging across platforms
  • Provide strategic guidance on public positioning
  • Lead global editorial planning
  • Ensure cohesive and strategic public communication
  • Coordinate editorial approaches to priority themes

Work Experience

  • 15 years

Education

  • Bachelor's degreeOR
  • Master's degree

Languages

  • EnglishNative
  • FrenchBusiness Fluent
  • ArabicBasic
  • SpanishBasic
  • GermanBasic
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