Islamic Relief is a humanitarian INGO (www.irpal.ps) operating in Palestine in the fields of emergency relief and development. Islamic Relief announces the following vacancy for its office in Gaza Strip.

Title: Web Editor Officer

Ref.:  WEO -IWF – 03 -2022

Location: Gaza office.

Duration: Open ended, full time.

Deadline of applications:  Sunday, 27 February 2022.

About the position:

the Web editor Officer is responsible for assisting in developing the web output on a day-to-day basis (writing new material, responding to queries on-line, updating outdated content, editing contributions from others, uploading complementary images and footage) and for promoting work and activities through website and other editorial platforms

The major area of responsibility for this post is managing — reputation externally through the quality of information, interest and engagement provided by our online presence. The Web editor plays an important part in building the organization brand and positioning the organisation with external audiences.

Main Duties:

  • Act as first point of contact for staff wishing to disseminate information via the organization website
  • Contribute to the development of the organization website
  • Assist in developing and implementing website plans that ensure our online presence provides an up-to-date picture of our work and positions as an active, vocal organisation that wants to engage with its supporters
  • Write web content output, gathering stories and background information as required
  • Edit web material
  • Liaise closely with counterparts, to avoid duplication of effort and ensure a complementary approach to website output
  • Assist with the wider work of the Media, External Relations and/or Digital Marketing unit as work demands require
  • Explore and trial potential avenues to expand online reach
  • Develop and implement emergency campaigns from writing articles to designing email shots
  • Monitor and track website activities
  • Update the organization website with latest news, articles, campaigns, projects
  • Responding to donors

Candidates must possess the following competencies:

  • University degree or Diploma in related field from an accredited university.
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
  • A proven track record in web editing
  • Experience of working as part of a team in a busy office
  • Direct experience of working in the voluntary sector in a communications-related role, or an appreciation of the values and culture of the voluntary sector and its communications/marketing needs
  • Excellent all-round Arabic and English written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent journalistic skills, with a flair for engaging writing and consistent, meticulous editing
  • Specific additional qualification(s) in writing and/or web editing an advantage
  • Solid understanding of web-based technologies and the major trends, challenges and opportunities affecting web communication
  • Passionate about development work, with some knowledge of humanitarian values

General Knowledge & skills required:

  • Strong interpersonal skills are a significant advantage, both for internal coordination and for working with key stakeholders.
  • Highly organized, Ability to work under pressure, multi–task, manage time and prioritize work to deadlines,
  • The ability to work on own initiative, effectively both as an individual and as part of a team,
  • Results focused, with an ability to plan and deliver against objectives
  • Creativity and imagination
  • Passionate about online communications and marketing
  • Confident in dealing with a range of stakeholders
  • Flexibility, including willingness to upload and update material outside office hours as the role requires

How to apply

Important notes to applicants:

  • Only people with right to work in Palestine can apply
  • Only candidates possessing relevant experience will be short-listed.
  • Incomplete applications will not be given consideration

Islamic Relief is an equal opportunity employer