APEC Secretariat Job Vacancy 2009 (Exp: 30 Nov 2009)

Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) is a unique cooperative, multilateral economic forum that has been successful in promoting regional economic growth through trade and investment liberalisation and facilitation, and capacity building. Based in Singapore, the APEC Secretariat is looking for a suitable candidate to join its dynamic Communications and Public Affairs team as:

Communications and Outreach Officer - Singapore

Key Tasks
Develop, implement and coordinate outreach programmes to key APEC constituency groups and to conduct key audience research so as to measure ongoing effectiveness of APEC's Communications activities.
Conceptualize and develop core information materials to educate key audiences about APEC via various communication mediums.
Identify and track activities and developments within APEC that may be used to generate publicity and create information resource for use in outreach activities.

Qualifications
Degree in Mass Communications or higher;
Excellent command of the English language;
Communications Specialist with 2 - 3 years experience in international/regional government or corporate communications, public relations practice and/or other related fields;
Must demonstrate strong writing and editing skills and should possess a good knowledge of/or interest in regional and international economic development;
Must be competent in broad range of communications and public affairs areas including : production of communication resources and materials (i.e. newsletters and writing for the APEC website), communications planning etc;
Good knowledge of IT Support systems;
Excellent interpersonal and team-working skills, and the ability to work well in a multi-racial environment;
Possess relevant skills and experience to effectively represent and promote APEC to a wide range of audiences both in the public and private sector.

A competitive Singapore-based package will be offered to the successful candidate. Your application must include a cover letter and a comprehensive resume detailing your qualifications and experience, three references and expected salary. You should also include in your applications copy of your recent communication works. Your application must indicate how your experience and qualification match those required. Applications should reach us no later than 30 Nov 2009 via info@apec.org or the Director (Administration), APEC Secretariat, 35 Heng Mui Keng Terrace, Singapore 119616, Fax: (65) 6891-9690. Only short-listed candidates will be notified. Should you need complete information please visit the following link.