Communication Assistant Gender and Climate Justice

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Yayasan Humanis dan Inovasi Sosial (Humanis) is a Jakarta-based non-profit development organization across Southeast Asia. Humanis works with marginalized groups and frontrunners to exercise rights and freedoms, bring about changes, and influence decisions. True to its name, Humanis envisions a just and sustainable societies across the region. We believe every individual is guaranteed to their rights and respect diversity. To achieve this, we work in three impact areas: Gender Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (GEDI), Climate Justice (CJ), and Civic Rights in the Digital Age (CRIDA). 

 

Humanis seeks qualified candidates for the position of: 

Title : Communication Assistant Gender and Climate Justice 

Duty Station : Jakarta, Indonesia 

Report to : Communication Manager 

Duration : 1 year (start in March 2026) 

 

Guiding Principles 

Humanis has a zero tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation, assault, harassment and bullying and any behavior that undermines the dignity and well-being of individuals. The Policy entails a wide range of policies, procedures and activities seeking to address the welfare of staff, partner organization(s) and those come in contact with such as children (under 18 years old) and (vulnerable) adults. 

By applying for this position, candidates acknowledge and agree to adhere to the Yayasan Humanis dan Inovasi Sosial Safeguarding Policy and commit to upholding the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct. 

 

Aim of the job 

The Communications Assistant will support the team in implementing its communications and social media strategy. The position is central to ensuring external engagement and narrative formulation are in line with Humanis’ values and principles, or to review them when necessary. The Communications Assistant will ensure that external communications methods and approaches are also aligned with the interests of Humanis’ rightsholders and frontrunners, while prioritizing their safety and security.  

 

Under the supervision of the Communications Manager, the Communications Assistant (hereinafter: Assistant) provides support in implementing the communications strategy. The Communications Assistant will also provide their support to engage and work alongside all stakeholders within Humanis’ structures, such as the program or operations teams. 

 

Functional Context 

In terms of digital communications, the Assistant, alongside other team members, will manage Humanis’ social media by pitching ideas and innovations for social media content or strategy, generating copy, and designing relevant visual assets, with assistance from graphic design consultants as needed. The Assistant will support the utilization of Humanis’ website and newsletter to engage relevant stakeholders and inform them about our work and impacts. 

 

In terms of other public engagement initiatives, the Assistant will support the communications or program team in participating in or conducting a public event aligned with our strategy and goals. The Assistant will also support the media relations initiatives of the organization. 

 

In their daily tasks, the Assistant will support the team in engaging with Humanis’ internal teams and assist with their communications needs and efforts. Alongside other communications personnel, the Assistant will oversee the quality control of Humanis’ publications, audiovisual materials, articles, and other communication products. The Assistant will assist the Communications Manager in developing the internal communications policy and reviewing the external communications strategy. 

 

The Communications Manager will supervise and work alongside the Communications Assistant in conducting their responsibilities 

 

Roles and responsibilities 

1. Assist the Communications Manager in developing and implementing effective Humanis social media strategies and campaign plans to inform the public about Humanis and its rightsholders’ initiatives. 
2. Coordinate with other communications team personnel to create a social media content calendar, with stand-alone thematic moments across projects and full integration with the broader organization’s communications plans, including identifying where to act on social media and how to communicate. 
3. Support the Communications Manager in managing and creating high-quality social media content, identifying target audiences, and scheduling posts to maximize social media exposure. This includes graphic design or short videos if needed. 
4. Provide analysis of the performance of the organization’s social media platforms, including engagement, reach, and content, based on data and statistics. 
5. Support the Communications Manager in managing Humanis’ website and newsletter channel. 
6. Engage with other Humanis teams and internal structure across all impact areas.  
7. Map and identify potential individuals, organizations, or media partners to collaborate with Humanis to amplify a just and inclusive narrative. 
8. Assist the Communications Manager and other communications team personnel in conducting online or offline public engagement, such as assisting the program in various events or planning Humanis’ events. 
9. Assist the Communications Manager in conducting quality control on various communication materials and content to support the organization’s goals and priorities, incl. stories, press releases, newsletters, brochures, factsheets, etc. when required.  
10. Assist the Communications Manager in developing internal communications policy and reviewing existing external communications strategy. 
11. Other task(s) as assigned by the Communications Manager with consideration of proportionality and availability of the Communications Assistant. 

  

Knowledge, experiences and competencies 

• An Indonesian individual residing in the Jakarta Area. 
• A minimum of 1 year of progressively responsible experience in social media management, digital campaigns, or other external communications tasks that centralize rights-based and gender-justice principles is required. 
• Possess sensitivity to cultural nuances and the ability to communicate effectively across diverse cultural contexts, ensuring inclusivity and relevance of messaging and narrative. 
• Possess previous experience in developing and implementing strategic communication plans tailored to engage diverse audiences, including policymakers, activists, media, and the general public.   
• Understands the methods to utilize various communication channels and media, including social media, traditional news outlet, online platforms, and visual storytelling, to convey Humanis’ messages effectively. 
• The individual is able to work collaboratively with project stakeholders, including media, youth leaders, NGOs, government agencies, and community-based organizations, to amplify the voices of the most vulnerable communities. 
• Proficient in using various design and audiovisual tools to generate visual assets, designs, or videos for social media content.  
• Prior experience in media engagements and relations, including writing media releases, building media partnerships, and liaising with media on coverage, is an advantage.  

 

What do we offer?  

An inspiring and dynamic working environment, dedicated colleagues and the possibility to work for an ambitious new international initiative. 

The Communication Assistant position  graded in Grade: 5-6 (from 1-16 Yayasan’s salary grade). 

  

We Welcome You to Apply 

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We particularly encourage applications from rightsholders and communities that have historically been excluded from access to employment including candidates who are gender and sexual minority, from ethnic and/or religious minority communities, with a disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, with caring responsibilities, and from less advantaged socioeconomic backgrounds 

 

Confidentiality Notice: 

Humanis handles all applications with the strictest confidentiality. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. Your CV and personal data will never be shared with third parties without your explicit consent, and the personal details of unsuccessful applicants will be securely deleted.