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Prague Security Studies Institute Vacancy Announcement: Communications Manager

 
 

1 Dec 2023/PSSI

The Prague Security Studies Institute is looking for a Communications Manager to implement and further enhance the Institute's communications strategy to ensure proper visibility and outreach of PSSI's programmatic activities.

It is initially a part-time position with an initial compensation of 25,000 CZK, starting in January 2024. The actual compensation will depend on qualifications, experience in the field, and time availability. The position is based in Prague and requires at least 3 days at the office, offering flexible working hours.

Work Description:

The Communications Manager will communicate the Institute's research results, analytical products, outreach initiatives, educational activities, events, and other undertakings.

Depending on seniority and experience, the role may also involve:

  • Developing the Institute through planning improvements.

  • Coordinating communications techniques.

  • Structuring an annual communications strategy proposal.

  • Managing the Institute's website to ensure consistent and effective branding.

Such a strategy will be developed and implemented under the supervision of PSSI's Managing Director and Director of Operations. 

Responsibilities:

  • Promotion (online and offline) of PSSI, its brand, fellow expert colleagues, PSSIs, programs, projects, and events.

  • Communications in various media (audio, video, text) and through multiple channels (website, social media, email, events, etc.) in coordination with the managing director and director of operations and/or relevant program managers.

  • Continuous improvement of the overall communications outreach for our programs.

  • Development of associated communications components targeting relevant audiences and stakeholders (i.e., the public, students, expert community, government and corporate stakeholders, media/journalists).

  • Being the focal point for developing and coordinating PSSI's communications tasking internally (with members of the PSSI team), as well as subcontractors (e.g., graphic designers, video production/editors, web designers/programmers, etc.)

Requirements:

  • Graduate student in communications, marketing, or social sciences OR a professional with relevant experience 

  • Excellent written and oral English and Czech skills are a prerequisite.

  • Knowledge of digital communications and tools: 

    • Facebook (including Ads Manager and Meta Business Suite), LinkedIn, X, Instagram

    • MailChimp

    • Canva

  • Evaluating social media campaigns

  • Understanding copyrights for multiple platforms

  • Active communications mindset, excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, and the capacity to work as an integral part of the PSSI team.

We Offer:

  • Work on cutting-edge national security topics in one of the most renowned security policy think tanks in the Czech Republic and Central Europe.

  • Free participation in PSSI's educational activities and access to social events with unique networking opportunities

  • Representative office close to Petřín and the Prague castle

  • Flexible working hours

  • Travel opportunities

Working for PSSI means being part of a community of security professionals dedicated to safeguarding democratic values, safety, prosperity, and the rule of law. For over 20 years, PSSI has been organizing high-level events with the world's leading security experts, governmental representatives, and academia while tailoring key policy responses to emerging security challenges and training new generations of security professionals. 

We value our working relationships based on teamwork, cooperation, and respect. We take pride in gender diversity, encourage and support opportunities to grow, and try new approaches and ways for developing our activities together with our careers.

How To Apply

PSSI accepts applications by citizens of the EU and NATO countries, with a preference for Czech/Slovak nationals.

To apply, please send a copy of your CV, a motivation letter, and any recommendations (if available) to kalisky@pssi.cz, with the subject: "PSSI Communications Manager Application" before 18 December 2023.