Job Opening: Knowledge Management Specialist (For Philippine Residents Only)
EMI, an international, not-for-profit organization involved in urban development and disaster risk management is in urgent need of a Knowledge Management Specialist. The full-time position will be based in Manila, Philippines.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Assist in the development and production of publications, project reports and updates, website postings, promotional materials, and other EMI documents through drafting of content, editing and proofreading, and lay-out and graphic design;
- Support the updating and maintenance of EMI websites and file sharing systems;
- Provide technical support and advice in the acquisition of knowledge management tools and services for EMI and help organize and maintain its in-house knowledge resources;
- Undertake other relevant tasks that may be assigned from time to time.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Communication, Journalism, Communications Research, English, Public Policy, or Information and Communication Technology is preferable. Other related fields can be considered; a master's degree is a plus.
- Knowledge of disaster risk management or related fields is also a plus.
- Applicants should have at least one (1) year of professional experience in the field, related to communication, knowledge management and/or information and communication technology. Project management/coordination experience is a plus.
- Excellent writing, publishing and communication skills
- Keen eye for detail and creative thinking and writing
- Good design sense
- Advanced working knowledge of MS Office applications (e.g. Powerpoint, Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Working knowledge of relevant computer applications for desktop publishing (e.g. Photoshop, InDesign), with good design sense
- Basic understanding of networking and web technologies (e.g. HTML, Dreamweaver) and fairly familiar with Web 2.0 trends and developments.
Compensation: Commensurate to level of education and years of applicable experience.
The deadline for application is May 18, 2012. This job opening is for Philippine residents only. Interested applicants are invited to send their application letter indicating expected salary and a copy of their CV via e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . No need to apply if you do not fulfill the requirements. Only shortlisted applicants shall be contacted for an interview.
