• Job Description

  Req#: idPemJnHJo

  ABOUT BLUE AZORES

  Focused on the conservation and sustainable use of the Azorean Sea, the Blue Azores Program works to create new avenues for the sustainable economic development of the archipelago, in direct cooperation with the program’s stakeholders. Blue Azores is an international partnership between the Regional Government of the Azores, the Oceano Azul Foundation, and the Waitt Institute. The goals of the program are to develop and implement marine spatial plans to protect 30% of the Azores' Exclusive Economic Zone, including the development and implementation of management plans for existing and new marine protected areas, to improve fisheries management, and to create a blue literacy program for schools and the community.

  ABOUT THE ROLE

  The Contractor will serve as the communications lead for the Blue Azores Program. The Contractor will work with the Waitt Institute, Oceano Azul Foundation, the government of the Azores, and other partners to develop and implement a communications strategy that uses traditional and social media, stakeholder engagement, partner development, outreach, events, and other activities to create a narrative for Blue Azores that highlights the program as a critical tool for sustainable growth of marine activities, resources, and the economy in the Azores. The Contractor will be active in developing and reinforcing local relationships that support the communications of the program, internally and externally.

  The Contractor will be part of the Blue Azores team, working together with 4 other people.

  We are looking for:

  • Portuguese native speaker who is fluent in English.
  • Experience in creating content such as press releases, articles, newsletters, website copy or digital communication.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment.
  • Organized with strong time management skills, and the ability to work under pressure, coordinating tight deadlines.
  • 3 years of professional experience in branding, communications, digital marketing or public relations.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal/teamwork skills.
  • Quick learner!

  This position will be based in São Miguel in the Azores.

  RESPONSABILITIES INCLUDE

  • Design, implement and monitor marketing and communication plans to support the Blue Azores program in partnership with Waitt Institute, Oceano Azul Foundation, and Government teams.
  • Coordinate communications activities (virtual events, in-person outreach, media coverage, etc.).
  • Develop and manage a working relationship with media, creative agencies, and partners.
  • Manage the program’s image and positioning on all media and communication channels (online and offline).
  • Lead the facilitation and coordination of events and activities outlined in Blue Azores’ communications plan.
  • Participate in Blue Azores meetings and actively report on the results of campaigns and activities.
  • Organize, schedule, and lead weekly Blue Azores communications meetings.

  * This is not an employment contract

• About the company

  The Waitt Institute creates and implements sustainable ocean plans in partnership with committed governments, local stakeholders and communities.

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