Director of Communication and Digital Diplomacy

The Director of Communications and Digital Diplomacy in our Consulate has a key role in the organization’s Public Diplomacy team. They are responsible for planning and maintaining the organization’s public image. Acts as a liaison between the organization and the media and is responsible for delivering our messages to target audiences. A great opportunity to gain high- level international experience in the field.

Full time (Not remote).

Principal tasks and responsibilities:

·        Build, expand and maintain a strong network of contacts with the main state and national media channels;

·        Media monitoring and analysis.

·        Managing social media platforms: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn

·        Write/edit articles/op-eds/speeches/press releases for publication in the national media and public events.

·        Organize events in related fields (such as interviews, press conferences, ceremonies) and seek out cooperation opportunities.

·        Deal with enquiries from the public, press and related organizations.

Skills:

·        Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including effective writing skills.

·        Having the ability to network and maintain a good relationship with media outlets.

·        Creativity and ability to take initiative.

·        Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask.

·        Flexibility, determination, enthusiasm and the ability to cope under pressure.

·        Working efficiently, both independently and as part of a team.

·        The ability to think strategically for planning successful digital campaigns.

·        The capacity to prioritize tasks and projects effectively.

·        Knowledge and understanding of the national political and social systems.

Qualifications:

·        Bachelor's degree; with preference for the following fields: Communication and Media, Journalism, Marketing, Political Science, Social science.

·        Language skills: Excellent written and spoken English.

·        Good knowledge of graphic and video editing platforms.

Advantages:

·        Experience in working with international organizations, promotion and communication.

·        Contacts with the national/international media.

·        Hebrew is a plus, but not required.

Please send your application (Cover letter and CV) with the title “Communications and Digital Diplomacy- (Full name)” to info@boston.mfa.gov.il

 US citizenship only (Cannot hold dual Israeli and US citizenship)