BSF Moldova vacancy - Liaison and Communications Officer

Founded in 2007 in France, Bibliothèques Sans Frontières / Librairies Without Borders (BSF) is today one of the leading NGOs working in knowledge and culture-based development in the world and supporting libraries in developing countries. We believe that access to information and the dissemination of cultures are two key – yet under-invested – components of human and economic development, and the enforcement of human rights.

Implementing programs and developing partnerships in over 20 countries, BSF supports local initiatives of libraries creation to promote education, access to information and culture and the conservation of cultural heritage. Through creating and reinforcing libraries, training librarians, donating books when relevant, supporting the local publishing industry, developing library networks and creating innovative programs for the promotion of access to education and information, BSF actively promotes access to knowledge throughout the world. For more information visit www.bibliosansfrontieres.org   

Position Objective: 

BSF Moldova – Poland Program is seeking a dynamic, results-oriented,  organized, efficient, and communicative Liaison and Communications Officer who will play an important role within our team to support the development of our programs and to ensure a high-quality program implementation.   

Your mission:

Under the direction of BSF's country representative in Moldova, the Liaison and Communications Officer will work to enhance overall communications, impact and abilities of the BSF Moldova-Poland Program. The role involves developing and updating communications products, partner relationships and engagement, and coordinating internal and external communications to create a robust communications ecosystem. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement internal and external communication strategy for the BSF Moldova - Poland program;
• Develop content, media, social network and communication tools;
• Liaise and communicate with the program's national and international partners and stakeholders;
• Serve as the primary point of contact for communication with external partners;
• Facilitate meetings, discussions, and information exchange between the organization and external stakeholders;
• Cultivate and nurture positive relationships with external partners to enhance collaboration and mutual understanding;
• Ensure timely and accurate dissemination of information from the organization to external stakeholders;
• Provide updates, reports, and relevant information to external partners as needed;
• Collaborate with external stakeholders to find solutions and maintain positive relationships;
• Assist in the implementation of organizational policies and procedures as they relate to external partners;
• Collect, analyze and utilize data and feedback to identify opportunities to Improve:
  • Relationship with partners and stakeholders
  • Communications tools
  • Promotion materials
• Develop significant links with the national media and ensure media visibility for the BSF Moldova - Poland program.
• Liaise and communicate with the BSF head office (Paris) communications direction, adheres and respect to the standards and requirements of BSF communications policies;
• Publicize BSF's work and the progress of its projects to target populations by producing upstream (posters, invitations, etc.) and downstream (thank-you notes, summaries, information campaigns, etc.) communications.
• Define the schedule of actions to be carried out in line with the BSF high points (holiday periods, peak activity, etc.);
• Provide technical support to the BSF team for their specific communication initiatives;
• Organize and coordinate events for our partners and program beneficiaries;
• Participate in the drafting of various reports (donors; BSF, etc.)
• Represent BSF at events, meetings and with partners, donors and stakeholders

Required Qualifications and Skills: 

• Associate's degree required  (a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Journalism or any related field);
• 3+ years of experience in a related role (INGO experience in Communications);
• Ability to write, edit and/or review materials in English, Romanian and Russian;
• Good public speaking and presentation skills;
• Ability to work independently, collaboratively and follow through issues;
• Experience in networking media;
• Flexibility, organization and communications skills.

Contract: Fixed-term employment contract until March 31, 2025, with possible extension.

Start date: As soon as possible (tentative start date: January 15, 2024) 

Location: The position is based in Chisinau (Moldova) and is only open to national employees.

Salary and benefits: 1515 euros gross salary per month, 12 months a year. The BSF assumes the obligation to pay all applicable taxes and duties according to the legislation of the Republic of Moldova.  

HOW TO APPLY:  Please send your CV and cover letter to the address:  normand.levesque@bibliosansfrontieres.org

Application deadline: January 8, 2024