Communications Officer

Temporary position at IMS: We are looking for a Communications officer with all-round MENA insight. Would you like to use your experience as a versatile communicator and MENA connoisseur to promote media development, press freedom and good journalism? If so, read on!At IMS, we are looking for the right person to step in to this role on a temporary basis from mid/end August to 31 December 2025 as focal point for MENA in IMS’ communications unit to help us produce and promote stories that illustrate our work and that of our partners and get noticed by the right audiences.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of creating compelling written and visual content for different digital platforms; in-depth knowledge about MENA with a focus on relevant human rights and political dynamics in the region; and hands-on experience with putting a variety of social media to effective use. Job SummaryEngage with colleagues and IMS partner organisations to identify, prioritise and produce compelling content promoting the work of IMS and our partners. Develop engaging content for a variety of purposes and platforms, targeting multiple audiences. Work with our fundraising team around newsletters, campaign content and public events.

Qualifications and ExperienceEssential Minimum five years of relevant working experience. Outstanding command of written English. A proven track record of successfully engaging multiple audiences in diverse contexts across a variety of platforms. Up-to-date insights into social media best practices. Experience working in an international environment and a corresponding level of cultural sensitivity. DesirableA good understanding of questions related to media freedom in particular and human rights in general and/or experience from the NGO or non-profit sector. Good command of written and spoken Danish. Experience working with or supporting fundraising efforts.

Experience with pitching stories and commentaries to media outlets. Who we areIMS is a Copenhagen-based international NGO that supports independent media across four continents to produce and disseminate good journalism that conveys facts and analyses, uncovers wrongdoing and holds the powerful to account. We work with partners in countries affected by conflict, humanitarian crisis, political transition and authoritarian rule. Founded in 2001, today IMS is a leading actor in the field of media development worldwide, with programmes and activity some forty countries. DurationDuration: The position is temporary, beginning mid / late August 2025 and ending on 31 December 2025. Salary:

Commensurate with experience and IMS policies. Place of employment: The position is based at IMS’ HQ in Copenhagen, Denmark, and requires weekly office presence with possibility of partially working from home. Employment type: Full-time, 37 hrs/week. Starting date: Mid/late August 2025Travel: The position may require some limited travel. How to apply Please email your resume and cover letter (in English) using the attached link no later than 7th August 2025. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis, and we therefore advise you to send in your application as soon as possible.

Please direct any questions about the position to Sara Mejlvang Møller, smm@mediasupport. org. Who can applyIMS encourages everyone with the required qualifications and skills to apply, regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious or cultural background, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity. Code of conduct IMS has zero tolerance for any kind of unwanted behaviour at work, including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct. Therefore, all employments will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.