Communication and Knowledge Sharing Associate

INTRODUCTION TO GGGI

The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page. 

Papua New Guinea (PNG) joined the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) in 2012, embarking on a partnership to foster sustainable and inclusive economic growth. GGGI’s presence in PNG, established in 2018, supports the government’s integration of climate-resilient green growth (CRGG) strategies and the execution of green growth projects through mobilization of climate finance and investments.

The GGGI PNG main office is embedded within the Climate Change Development Authority (CCDA), government of PNG, with presence in the Center of Excellence for Financial Inclusion at the Central Bank of Papua New Guinea, and at the sub-national level within Enga, New Ireland, and Milne Bay Provincial Government Administrations. GGGI PNG Program is scaling up its activities with the support from Australia, New Zealand, USA, and France for inclusive green economic growth for PNG over the next five years with a target to mobilize USD 500 million in climate investments and scale up climate resilience and green growth planning at national and subnational levels.

GGGI PNG currently has seven national and five regional active projects, with the four-year AUD 20 million Australian DFAT-funded Climate FIRST project as its flagship initiative. Launched in March 2024 and concluding in February 2028, Climate FIRST is poised to expand PNG’s access to climate finance. It focuses on engaging seven provinces sub-nationally and bolstering the institutional capacity and coordination necessary for mobilizing climate finance. The project aspires to scale up PNG’s access to climate finance through global climate funds, innovative financing mechanisms, increased private sector climate financing and investments, and the development of MSMEs in green businesses.

PURPOSE

The Communication and Knowledge Sharing Associate will play a vital role in enhancing the visibility and understanding of GGGI’s initiatives in Papua New Guinea.

This role involves crafting strategic communication initiatives and plans aligned with GGGI’s global messaging, producing various communication materials, coordinating internally and externally to ensure accurate representation of projects, and maintaining brand consistency and reputation in all external communications. This role entails:

• Assist the development of an annual communication plan for the Project with input by the Project team  to effectively showcase examples of Climate Project activities and events.  Produce  a range of communications materials, such as press releases, feature articles, newsletters, and social media content, that highlight the successes and challenges of GGGI’s projects in PNG.
• Ensure consistency in brand guidelines on communication products, following GGGI brand guidelines, as well as donor’s.

ENGAGEMENT 

• Work closely with the Project Team and other teams within GGGI to gather insights and stories, ensuring a cohesive and accurate representation of projects.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining relationships with national and local media outlets and journalists for relevant coverage of GGGI’s work.
• Liaise with communication service providers, such as event organizers, to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of tasks, services, products, etc.
• Support building a strong collaborative working relationship with the Communication and Knowledge Sharing Unit at HQ and ensure the smooth implementation of communication, branding guidelines and policies.   
• Handling media inquiries, organizing press conferences, and managing public relations activities to enhance GGGI’s visibility and presence in PNG and internationally.

DELIVERY

• Assist the development of an annual communication plan for the Project with input by the Project team to effectively showcase examples of Climate Project activities and events.
• Produce a range of communications materials, such as press releases, feature articles, newsletters, and social media content, that highlight the successes and challenges of GGGI’s projects in PNG.
• Develop audience centric contents for media communications, including talking points, press releases, op-eds, website updates, factsheets, newsletters, and tailored content for social media. Ensure that all information is up to date and accurate.
• Develop and produce high-quality communication materials including blogs, reports, multi-media presentations for internal as well as external audiences; and communications products and collaterals such as brochures, media kit, presentations, factsheets, reports, and promotional videos.
• Develop and ensure consistent high-quality content and updates of all PNG country project fact sheets, project reference sheets, country brochures, and all website project pages.
• Create infographics and other visual content for online and print.
• Collect and develop impact stories and disseminate these through GGGI platforms and/or donor reports and platforms.
• Monitor and review analytics on coverage of key GGGI PNG issues in national and regional media and track GGGI PNG media hits. Monitor articles relevant to GGGI’s work in PNG and distribute them to the wider team. Prepare regular and event specific communications reports, including media tracking and analysis.
• Co-administer and regularly develop content for GGGI PNG social media channels (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.) and website; ensure the use of online channels is in line with GGGI core values and best practices.
• Ensure that activities of all GGGI PNG country programs and projects are timely updated on internal communication channels.
• Support the communications of all GGGI events and webinars for country programs, press conferences and media relations activities and initiatives by donors/partners to ensure alignment and complementarity as needed.
• Coordinate photography for/of events, activities, etc., for use in publications, media, etc., and maintain graphic and photo files and media archive through the established global photo library.
• As brand-champion ensure the consistent application of GGGI’s brand to all communication and knowledge sharing products proofread and support format program and project documents, training materials, and other communications materials. Any other tasks related to his/her work scope as requested by Country Representative and/or program managers.
• Following GGGI global guidelines coordinate and manage country program publication including Proofread, design, and assist in publishing of GGGI reports and disseminate these.

REQUIREMENTS

 QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor’s or master’s degree in communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Certifications in digital marketing, social media management, or communication strategy are a plus.
• At least  three years of professional experience in communications, public relations, or media relations, including experience working with international and intergovernmental organizations.
• Demonstrated proficiency in creating and executing communication strategies and campaigns.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, in English. Additional language skills relevant to PNG are advantageous.
• Experience in using digital media platforms and content management systems.
• Previous experience in environmental, sustainability, or international development sectors is desirable.

FUNCTIONAL

• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Proactive and independent approach, with the ability to identify and solve issues effectively.
• Expertise in digital communication tools and analytics.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines.

CORPORATE

• Understand and actively support GGGI’s mission, vision, and values.
• Promote the optimum use of public resources.
• Promote an organizational culture of trust, transparency, respect, and partnership.
• Process and share information easily.
• Manage emotions and stress positively, build rapport and resolve conflict easily.
• Promote creativity and innovation among staff.
• Be able to lead where needed and provide solutions to project-level challenges.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Determination of base salary is subject to candidate’s experience, academic background and internal equity.
• GGGI provides 15% of base salary towards retirement plan/long-term savings, 27 days of annual leave, and private health insurance that covers dental and vision.
• GGGI is committed to providing a work environment that is sufficiently flexible to accommodate diverse life-cycle challenges and assist Staff members to achieve a better balance between work and personal/family commitments, thus ensuring high performance, long-term productivity, and well-being of Staff members.