Communications Officer; Management and Ecology of Malaysian Elephants (MEME)

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We are seeking suitable candidates to apply for the Communications Officer (internally known as Research Associate) position to work in Management and Ecology of Malaysian Elephants (MEME) project. 

Job Responsibilities:

• To work together with the Principal Investigator (PI) and Project Manager on organizing and executing MEME CEPA (Communication, Education and Public Awareness) activities and related KPIs.
• To organize and manage public events like booths and other programmes as required by the funder and other collaborators.
• Required to give public talks/workshops/training to schools, universities, general public and various other stakeholders as and when necessary (material and training will be provided).
• Responsible for media enquiries, to arrange and coordinate events, interviews and other related matters.
• Responsible to write and edit press releases, marketing and outreach material.
• In charge of conceptualizing and managing MEME merchandise including keeping track of inventory.
• To update regularly and maintain MEME social media accounts and website.
• To maintain records of outreach activities including photos, videos and media analytics.
• To responsibly manage and maintain the various assigned equipment as necessary.
• Assist with facilitating research assistants, field assistants, volunteers and students (as and when needed) in the execution of project activities.
• From time to time, attend meetings on behalf of PI and project team in relation to work.
• To assist in producing relevant documentation (project reports, outreach material, resource materials) when necessary.
• To assist the Principal Investigator and Project Manager in any other work when needed.

 Job Requirements:

• Bachelor/Masters in Ecology/Environmental Science/Environmental Management/Conservation Science, Science Communications/Communications
• Pleasant disposition, good communication skills and able to work independently and in a team.
• Good public speaking and organisational skills
• Experience with coordinating events/outreach projects is an added advantage.
• Working experience in a related field is an added advantage.
• Willing to be posted at University Nottingham Malaysia campus in Semenyih and willing to travel to other states for work purposes, meetings, workshops and trainings.
• Able to work under pressure and a good team player.
• Fluent in both spoken and written Bahasa Malaysia and English. Ability to speak other languages is an added advantage.
• Possess valid driving license, ability to drive manual 4WD vehicles is an added advantage.