Communications & Research Assistant

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Besa Global Inc.
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Cheyanne Scharbatke-Church
Executive Director
(5)
3
Project
Academic experience or paid work
60 hours per learner
Learner
Canada
Intermediate level

Project scope

Categories
Communications International development Copy writing Marketing strategy Social media marketing
Skills
internet research research reports newsletters communication research
Details

**Please note that applications can only be considered if they include a resume/CV and an explanation in the initial email of why you are qualified for this role**


Developing an effective communications strategy and implementing it is often done better when there is a second mind involved; challenging, reviewing, researching alternatives and offering different perspective. This role will provide strategic and operational advice and support to the Communications Officer specifically for Linkedin and one or two other communications products. They will also provide select internet research support on key learning strands within our program.

Deliverables

1. Review Linkedin strategy & content for the next quarter. make recommendations and implement

2. Implement Blog promotion strategy

3. Detailed copyedit of research report and newsletter edition

4. limited ad hoc research tasks


At the end of the project the individual will submit a one page summary of key accomplishments and lessons learned.


Mentorship

They will primarily work with the Communications Officer who will provide them regular direction and feedback e.g. a standing weekly meeting plus ad hoc connections when necessary. The individual will be encouraged to attend our biweekly team meetings as well.

About the company

Company
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
2 - 10 employees
Non-profit, philanthropic & civil society, Trade & international business

Besa is a social enterprise committed to catalyzing significant change on strategic issues in places experiencing conflict and structural or overt physical violence. Besa has experience working effectively with a wide range of organizations, such as the International Committee of the Red Cross, International Development Research Centre, US State Department, UN Peacebuilding Fund and ABA/ROLI.