Job Description
The German Embassy in Cairo, Egypt is seeking to employ by 15 October a Social Media Manager for the German Information Center (part-time position, 50%)
Depending on future budget decisions and the candidate, the position may be transformed into a full time position at a later stage.
Duties and Responsibilities
Your main responsibilities in this role include the following:
As part of the team, manage the social media accounts of the German Information Center Cairo, currently mainly Facebook and Twitter.
identifying suitable content from various public sources in German, English and Arabic, from internal materials or communications of colleagues/partners of the German government in the region
preparing posts, choose/create accompanying infographics or visuals or oversee their production
monitoring reactions to social media posts, replying in accordance with guidelines or after coordination with superiors
Monitor political and societal discussion on social media in the Arab world and produce summary reports
Observe the situation of classical and social media in the Arab world, including issues such as influences by government and non-government actors, and produce analyses and reports
Provide support to other Foreign Office staff in the region in the use of social media, both online, over the phone and during seminars
Any other tasks as necessary (preparation of workshops, support to other departments, classical press work). Flexibility is a must.
Job Requirements
University degree in Communication, Journalism, Politics, International Relations, Social Science or another subject relevant to the position
Native-level/excellent Arabic skills (written and oral), experience in translation is an asset.
Excellent English skills (written and oral)
At least passive German skills
Proven work experience in social media, including content development and social media monitoring; experience in graphic or video design is an asset
Analytical skills and excellent understanding of the (social) media landscape, international relations and political developments in the Arab world, including beyond Egypt
experience in journalism, politics, government relations/public affairs, international organizations or NGOs is an asset
Ability to understand and communicate political positions and to convey a realistic picture of German society and culture via social media; experience working for a German/European institution or prior exposure to Germany is an asset.
Creativity, initiative and a strong work ethic are required
The successful candidate needs to be willing to work during irregular hours and on the weekend as required.
Applicants who are not Egyptian by nationality must have a valid visa and a working permit. A security check is required.
Job Details
Company/Organization: German Embassy in Cairo
Vacancy Type: Part-time Job
Job Functions: Social Media/Writing/Editing/Design
Job Location: Cairo, Egypt
Start Date: 15 October 2018
Contract Type: One year fixed-term contract (Renewable)
Application Deadline: 27 September 2018
Apply For Job
please send your application by e-mail and submit the following documents:
Cover letter of max. 1.5 pages A4, which clearly outlines why you are applying for the position and what qualifies you for the position
CV
Supporting documents with regard to qualifications/graduation and work experience
If available: samples of previous work (Social Media, graphic design, video design), maximum 2 MB attachments or send a link.
Send all documents as PDF files to info@kairo.diplo.de
NB: Mention job title “DZ Social Media” in mail subject
Please note your earliest starting date
Helpful links:
German Information Center: https://almania.diplo.de/
Deutsche Botschaft Kairo: https://kairo.diplo.de/eg-de