Pour un Sourire d’Enfant (PSE) - For a Child’s Smile is a non-profit organization founded by Christian and Marie-France des Pallières, operating in Cambodia since 1995. Its mission is to help children escape from destitution and lead them to decent, skilled and well-paid jobs.
Recognized by the local authorities, PSE is working in respect of the country with the Cambodians and thus supports sustainable development.
Six main programs – adapted to the needs of the children – have been developed: food, health, protection, education & schooling, vocational training and help for families.
PSE helps more than 6,500 children and more than 6,000 graduates from PSE Vocational Training program graduates have already successfully integrated the job market with a real qualified position. PSE employs more than 650 people in Cambodia (Phnom Penh mainly) and 6 staff at the headquarters in France. 400 volunteers in different countries are actively working on making the organization known through fundraising donations and sponsorships.
In 2000, PSE received the French Human Rights Prize from the French Republic.
The communications manager handles the image and reputation of PSE in Cambodia and the effective dissemination of its messages and actions. S/he works closely with the communications team based in France, particularly for content production.
There are 5 people in the team. S/he manages directly the public relations manager, the designer and the communication specialist.
Communication Strategy
- Contribute to the development of the overall PSE strategy and ensure that local communication aligns with it.
- Ensure that PSE’s image is consistent and positive by developing local strategies to enhance its visibility and ensuring transparent and authentic communication.
- Define target audiences, key messages and appropriate communication channels in Cambodia
Public relations and external communication
- Manage public relations in Cambodia by maintaining relationships with the media, organizing media events, and writing press releases to publicize the PSE’s activities.
- Support local teams for their external communication materials and organization of public events.
- Organize visits to the PSE campus by partners and private individuals to acquire new donors and strengthen relationships with existing ones.
- Develop content for external communication in France and Cambodia (interviews, reports, newsletters photos, etc….)
- Support the General Director in the management and engagement of PSE Ambassadors Community (alumni)
Internal communication
- Facilitate internal communication within PSE by effectively disseminating important information to employees and volunteers.
Fundraising
- Contribute to promoting fundraising campaigns and raising public awareness of PSE's initiatives to support its programs and projects.
- Manage local donations in cash and in-kind and update the CRM accordingly.
Crisis Management:
- Be prepared to handle media crises or emergency situations by developing local crisis communication plans and acting quickly to minimize damage to the organization's reputation in Cambodia.
- Degree in in Public Relations, Journalism, Communication or any related fields
- A minimum of 5 years in a communication role with experience in management.
- Experience in media relations and event management
- Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills.
- Public speaking and interpersonal communication
- Social media management
- Project and event management
- Analytical skills
- Creative thinking
- Flexibility and problem solving
- Native or bilingual proficiency in French, and excellent written and spoken English. Knowledge of Khmer would be a plus
- Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Social media systems, Content management systems
- Enthusiasm for PSE mission. Strong interest in education-related topics. Willing to understand and bridge culture differences
Duration: 1 year minimum, preferably 2-3 years
Indemnity: According to PSE grid + experience
VSI contract for European Union Nationals, providing comprehensive coverage for healthcare, assistance/repatriation insurance, pension contribution, plane ticket one way and return, plus round plane ticket once a year to home country.
Applications with cover letter and resume should be sent to rh-france@pse.ong
www.pse.ong for comprehensive information concerning PSE