Regional Communications Lead (Asia)

Save the Children International has an exciting opportunity for a Regional Communications Lead (Asia) to join our global team.

Team purpose
Create and deliver impactful communication strategies that align with the Global Engagement Framework, working with Country Offices across four regions (Africa, Asia, LAC, MENAEE) to drive income and influencing and manage crisis communications. Build an integrated and inclusive Global Communications and Media Network across Save the Children International, including a comprehensive training and support package, to maximise our impact for and with children.

Role purpose
This role works directly with County Office communications colleagues around the world, to support their communications efforts and ensure our communications and storytelling align with the Global Engagement Framework to maximise resources and impact for children, fostering an inclusive Global Communications Network across Save the Children International. This role ensures all messaging is clear, consistent, and powerful and underpins the delivery of an impactful communication strategy. This role supports the delivery of integrated training and capability building in communications with Country Office communications colleagues.
 

Job Title: Regional Communications Lead (Asia)

Team: Communications & Media

Reports To: Global Head of Communications

Contract Length: Permanent

Grade: M3

Location: Asia, Any approved Save the Children International office location in Asia.

Time Zone (that the role holder must be available to work in): Asia (GMT +3.5 or more)

Right to Work: The successful candidate must possess the unrestricted right to work in their current or preferred location for the duration of employment.

Language Requirements: English

International Travel Requirements: Yes, Up to 20%

Budget Responsibility: None

People Management Responsibility: None

Team and Job Purpose

Create and deliver impactful communication strategies that align with the Global Engagement Framework, working with Country Offices across four regions (Africa, Asia, LAC, MENAEE) to drive income and influencing and manage crisis communications. Build an integrated and inclusive Global Communications and Media Network across Save the Children International, including a comprehensive training and support package, to maximise our impact for and with children. 

Role purpose

This role works directly with County Office communications colleagues around the world, to support their communications efforts and ensure our communications and storytelling align with the Global Engagement Framework to maximise resources and impact for children, fostering an inclusive Global Communications Network across Save the Children International. This role ensures all messaging is clear, consistent, and powerful and underpins the delivery of an impactful communication strategy. This role supports the delivery of integrated training and capability building in communications with Country Office communications colleagues.

Principal Accountabilities

• Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive communications approach for the Asia region, aligning with the Global Engagement Framework and the global integrated strategic plan. 
• Drive the creation of high-impact messaging, communications and content products that maximises the visibility and support for Country Offices. 
• Build and sustain collaborative relationships with Country Office teams to ensure consistency and coherence in communications efforts, promoting impact and shared learning. 
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on the effectiveness of communications activities in the Asia region, using insights to continuously improve and adapt strategies for maximum impact on children's lives. 
• Lead crisis communications for the Asia region – horizon scanning, supporting Country Offices, managing risk and escalating where necessary. 
• Support the professional development of communications colleagues by providing necessary training, mentorship, and opportunities for growth, embedding a culture of excellence and continuous learning.

Experience and Skills

Essential

1. Excellent strategic thinking and planning abilities, with the competence to develop and implement comprehensive communications strategies. 
2. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex information, generate insights, and advise on strategic direction. 
3. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and build positive relationships at all levels within the organisation and externally. 
4. Proven ability to manage projects, including the ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks concurrently, and maintain attention to detail. 
5. Ability to navigate and thrive within a multicultural environment, respecting diversity and fostering inclusivity.
6. A foundation of experience in leading communications efforts within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment, preferably within the non-profit or humanitarian sector. 
7. Considerable experience in developing and executing effective communications strategies that align with organisational goals. 
8. Proficient experience in managing crisis communications. 
9. Extensive experience in working within a global network, coordinating efforts across different regions and professional sectors. 
10. Significant experience in mentoring and developing teams to achieve high performance, promoting a culture of continuous learning and development. 
11. Experience in monitoring, evaluating, and reporting on communication activities, using data and insights to drive improvements and impact. 
12. Willingness to travel within the Asia region and occasionally internationally, as required.
13. These components form the core elements of the strategic communications lead role, underscoring the necessity for a blend of advanced communication expertise, strategic visioning, and a shared commitment to the values and impact-driven mission of Save the Children International.

Desirable

         1. Professional certifications in strategic communication are an advantage. 

         2. Qualification or training in project management or a related field is desirable. 

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• A degree or equivalent experience in Communications, Media Studies, Public Relations, Journalism, International Relations, Development Studies or a related field. 
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in an additional language from the Asia region is highly desirable. 
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and build positive relationships at all levels within the organisation and externally. 
• Excellent strategic thinking and planning abilities, with the competence to develop and implement comprehensive communications strategies. 
• High proficiency in digital communication tools and social media platforms; familiarity with communication outreach, campaign management, and content production. 
• Proven ability to manage projects, including the ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks concurrently, and maintain attention to detail. 
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex information, generate insights, and advise on strategic direction. 
• Ability to navigate and thrive within a multicultural environment, respecting diversity and fostering inclusivity.

Key Relationships

Internal (excluding direct team and manager)

• Funding & Communications 
• Media Manager (Asia)
• Country Office communications colleagues
• Regional Director

External

• Sector peers, freelancers
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Working at Save the Children International

Save the Children is the world's leading organisation for children, employing ~25,000 staff. We save children's lives. We fight for their rights. We help them fulfil their potential. Through our work in 116 countries, we put the most deprived and marginalised children first.

We know that great people make a great organisation, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

The work here is challenging but is also immensely rewarding. At Save the Children, you will be in good company, working with talented, like-minded individuals who are determined to ensure that all children survive, learn, and are protected. Your contribution will help ensure children's voices are heard at the highest levels, and that we achieve our global strategy, Ambition for Children 2030, and reach every last child.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Equal Opportunities

DEI is core to our vision, values and global strategy. Save the Children is committed to creating a truly diverse, equitable and inclusive organisation, and one which will support us in our vision to ensure every child attains the right to survival, protection, development, and participation.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, caring or parental responsibilities, age, or beliefs and religion. We are committed to diversifying our staff to better represent the communities we serve and actively welcome underrepresented groups to apply.

Reasonable adjustments will be made should any candidate invited to interview require this.

Application Information

Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application. A full copy of the role profile can be found here via the job listing. It is recommended that you save a copy of the role profile as it will no longer be available after the advert closes.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the job advert may be closed earlier than advertised subject to the volume of suitable applicants. Please submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Candidates who are successfully shortlisted should expect to hear from us within 2 weeks of the advert deadline.

Our recruitment process:

1. Application review by our recruiting team based on your CV and cover letter
2. Two-stage competency-based interviews with the hiring team
3. Some recruitment may include an additional assessment or case study stage, or a third stage interview
4. If successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment, followed by your contract subject to passing background checks

We need to keep children and adults safe so our selection process includes rigorous background checks and reflects our commitment to the protection of children and adults from abuse. All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our Code of Conduct and all policies and procedures relating to Anti-harassment, Health and Safety, Safeguarding, and DEI and Equal Opportunities.

Save the Children does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.