Вакансія: Communications Assistant at America House Kyiv

Position Title: Communications Assistant
Program: Kyiv America House
Reports To: Communications Manager
Position Location: Kyiv, Ukraine 
Group/Practice/Unit: Communities & Governance 

Who We Are 

IREX is a global development and education organization. We strive for a more just, prosperous, and inclusive world—where individuals reach their full potential, governments serve their people, and communities thrive. With a projected annual portfolio of more than $100 million and more than 600 staff worldwide, we work with partners in more than 100 countries in four areas essential to progress: cultivating leaders, empowering youth, strengthening institutions, and increasing access to quality education and information. 

Summary of America House Program 

Through the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine, IREX administers the America House project, a network of welcoming, dynamic spaces in Kyiv, Odesa and Lviv that fosters discussion and debate, provides opportunities for professional and personal skill building, and sparks creativity and collaboration around shared Ukrainian and U.S. values. America House Kyiv offers not only a physical space, but also a virtual hub, which facilitates access to balanced resources and information. Peer-to-peer cultural exchanges, discussions and learning at America House Kyiv provide visitors with a seat in “America’s living room.” For more detailed information about America House Kyiv please visit www.americahousekyiv.org.  

Summary of Position

The Communications Assistant supports America House Communications Manager in planning, developing, and implementing communication and public outreach strategies and programs for America House Kyiv. The Communications Assistant is responsible for drafting America House communication materials, compiling weekly newsletter and other mass e-mailings, assisting with America House presence on social networking sites. 

Are you the next member of our team? 

Your Background & Skills: 

• Bachelor’s degree;  
• 1+ years of relevant experience
• Excellent English and Ukrainian; 
• Experience managing social media presence for organizations or companies; 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;  
• Must be skilled at handling multiple tasks and able to adhere to tight deadlines; 
• Strong intercultural and communications skills; 
• Reliable team player;
• Experience working with Photoshop, Illustrator, and other related graphic media applications software.  

Your Daily Tasks: 

• Assist in planning, developing and implementing communications strategies for America House;   
• Assist with America House presence on social networking sites including Facebook, Instagram, and other similar community sites; 
• Draft creative content;  
• Research rapidly changing social media techniques, platforms, and trends and supporting new social media development;  
• Assist with promotional and outreach activities; 
• Interact with social media audiences and monitor conversations/comments;  
• Draft press releases, post-releases, and communication documents for outside media;  
• Update information on the America House website;  
• Draft America House communication materials; 
• Assist with design and purchasing America House swag items;
• Translate communication materials into English and Ukrainian;  
• Compile weekly newsletter and other mass e-mailings;   
• Design visuals for America House and partners programs;  
• Assisting with developing and implementing America House website’s English Language resources content in cooperation with English Language Resident; 
• Other support duties as needed.

Working conditions:

• Official full-time employment;
• Role based in Kyiv, Ukraine;
• Competitive salary based on USD exchange rate;
• Medical insurance and work equipment (laptop and phone);
• Professional development opportunities;
• A friendly working atmosphere where your ideas are welcome;
• Being a part of a team of enthusiasts who strive to change Ukraine for the better.

We conduct background checks on all successful candidates. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.

To Apply:

Please send your cover letter and resume in English (ONLY) as an attachment in an email with “America House Kyiv Communications Assistant” in the subject line to [email protected]. Only complete applications will be considered. No telephone inquiries will be accepted.

Application Deadline: October 1st. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.