Communications and Media Assistant

Save the Children is the world's leading independent organization for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children's lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.

We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.9 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.

Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with 15,000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We're changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.

Role Dimensions:

Save the Children operates across all zones in Somalia and currently has three main area offices and additional 11 field offices. Programmatically Somalia is a large Country Office with more than $100million annual budget and staff over 650 staff. 

ROLE PURPOSE: 

The Communications and Media Assistant (CMA) will play a key role in supporting the Puntland Area Office by working closely with the Head of Communications & Media and the Program Development, Communication & Engagement Department.  The role focuses on developing child-centered and child-led content that amplifies children's voices while ensuring strict adherence to safeguarding protocols. The incumbent will be responsible for creating compelling visual and written content, managing media relations, supporting digital communications across multiple platforms, and documenting program impact through case studies and success stories. The role involves coordinating media visits, providing interpretation and translation services, supporting advocacy communications, and maintaining relationships with local and international media partners. The assistant will work with minimal supervision while navigating the complex political and security environment of Puntland, Somalia, ensuring effective communication and engagement with diverse stakeholders including children, communities, government officials, donors, and media representatives. 

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Reports to: Head of Communications & Media

Skills and qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

•  Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Media, Communications, English, Development Studies, or related fields.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• At least 1-2 years of experience as a journalist, communications, media, content creator, or similar role, preferably in the humanitarian/development sector.

Desirable: 

• Proficiency in photography, videography, and audio production skills, with experience handling relevant software (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, etc.).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Somalia languages.
• Strong ability to take initiative in the field and, when necessary, take control of high-pressure situations involving local and foreign journalists and SC staff.
• Experience managing social media accounts and basic knowledge of social media analytics.
• Proven experience working in a multicultural environment with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, intercultural sensitivity, teamwork, and discretion with confidential information.
• High adaptability to flexible working hours, long field visits, intense and stressful circumstances, and heavy workloads.
• Good computer skills.
• Demonstrable ability to meet deadlines and make decisions on prioritization when working under pressure on multiple projects.
• Experience building personal networks of relevant media contacts.
• Commitment to SC values.
• Experience in communication and documentation, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong skills in teamwork and networking.

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Application will be closed on 29th October 2025

We need to keep children safe, so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Employment is subject to our Child protection standards including background checks and adherence to our Child Safeguarding Policy

Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified talent.

Disclaimer:

Save the Children International does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process and does not act through recruitment agents