Job Purpose
The client is looking for a highly skilled and proactive Communications Officer to join the team. The primary responsibility of this role is to manage the official website and enhance its online presence.
Key Responsibilities
Website Management:
- Maintain and update the clientโs website with relevant and timely content
- Ensure the website is user-friendly, accurate, and visually appealing
- Coordinate with relevant departments to gather and verify information for publication
Content Creation:
- Draft, edit, and proofread articles, press releases, announcements, and reports in English
- Develop engaging content that highlights the clientโs achievements and initiatives
Translation Services:
- Translate documents, reports, and website content from English to Kurdish/Arabic and vice versa with high accuracy
- Ensure translations maintain the original message and tone
Communication Support:
- Collaborate with internal teams to create communication strategies aligned with the clientโs objectives
- Respond to public and stakeholder inquiries through the website or other digital platforms
Digital Media Management:
- Monitor website analytics to improve user engagement and traffic
- Suggest improvements to digital strategies to enhance the clientโs online visibility
Requirements
- Bachelorโs degree in communications, Journalism, Translation, or a related field
- Fluent in English, with exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills and good in Arabic
- Proven experience in translation of English, Kurdish, and Arabic
- Proficiency in website content management systems (e.g. WordPress)
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Attention to detail and ability to work independently under tight deadlines
- Experience in managing government or corporate websites
- Familiarity with oil and gas industry terminology is a plus
*Only applicants meeting the strict criteria outlined above will be contacted as part of the shortlisting process.