GISF Admin & Projects Assistant (Comms)
12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Starting salary for this position is £23,304 per annum (plus contributory pension)
The successful candidate can choose to work from GISF’s London office or to work from home within the UK, with attendance in the office as required. The anticipated level of required office attendance is a least once a month. All travel costs to the London office will be borne by the post-holder.
Join The Global Interagency Security Forum (GISF), an independent platform for security focal points from global humanitarian agencies operating overseas. GISF works directly with 140 + humanitarian agencies (members). The GISF Secretariat and Steering Group also engage and collaborate with a wide range of actors, including institutional donors, researchers, UN agencies, academic institutes, think tanks, consultants and NGO platforms, in order to promote and enhance security risk management in humanitarian assistance. The Forum is not a registered organisation, but an independently run entity, currently hosted by Mines Advisory Group.
For more information, please visit www.gisf.ngo.
GISF Vision: Aid workers and operations are safe and secure to achieve sustainable access for populations in need
GISF Mission: GISF drives positive change in security risk management across the humanitarian sector through original research, collaboration and events.
GISF Values:
- GISF operates according to the fundamentals of the humanitarian principles, i.e. humanity, impartiality, neutrality and independence.
- GISF takes a professional, member driven and collaborative approach to its’ work.
- GISF aims to remain relevant to its’ members and the broader sector through continuous innovation and added value.
- GISF champions inclusivity across security risk management and operates in a transparent, accessible and open manner.
The Role
We are looking for an exceptional Admin & Projects Assistant to join our dynamic and successful GISF team. This is a fantastic opportunity to a join a small but growing NGO, with offices in UK/EU and North America.
This role will support the Research and Communications team with administrative and communications tasks to create effective communications around GISF’s work and research publications. This will include maintaining and updating GISF’s website and social media presence, designing communication materials and supporting in the dissemination of GISF output through various platforms such as research, podcasts and webinars. You will have the opportunity to contribute to identify possible allies for GISF communications and connect with them on specific projects. You will also provide support on different projects related to research and communications to maximise GISF’s impact on the humanitarian SRM sector.
You will come from a strong administration background, be social media savvy and have experience in developing engaging content across various channels. You will be a clear and effective communicator, with strong attention to detail and sound knowledge of Microsoft Office. Overall, you will be a collaborative team player, flexible, determined and keen to help GISF drive positive change in security risk management across the humanitarian sector.
Please note that as part of MAG's commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed. For more information on MAG’s approach to background checks, please click here. You can also find more information in the candidate information pack, available through the link below.
MAG is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. If you think you would be suited to one of our roles we would welcome your application regardless of your background. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.
How to apply
For further information about this opportunity including the job specification, as well as the application form, please download the application pack, below:
MAG – GISF Admin & Projects Assistant – Comms Pack
Application is by submission of an application form, CV and cover letter. This should be sent to the GISF Administrator, Justina Amenu (gisf-admin@gisf.ngo) highlighting:
- How your skills and experiences match those in the job description as well as your interest for the role
- How you see this role fitting into your future career plans
- Also complete the attached Application Form. Your application will not be considered without this
Closing date: 24th February 2023
For further details: See www.gisf.ngo/about or contact gisf-admin@gisf.ngo
Due to the high volume of applications that we receive, we are not able to respond to every application. If you have not heard back from us within 3 weeks after the deadline, it means that your application has not been successful.
