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Cowater International is looking for Communications Manager based in Kyiv.

SUMMARY OF THE POSITION  

The Communications Manager will be responsible for the creation, design and publishing of communications material related to Cowater projects and will support the Cowater HQ Communications and Public Engagement Director to ensure that communications are locally contextual and suited to the various audiences they will be disseminated to in Ukraine, and aligned with organizational priorities and global standards. The Communications Manager will also capacity-build and support Cowater staff and implementing partners with communication, marketing and social media campaigns. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES   

Strategic Functions 

• Support the adaptation and implementation of the Communications Strategies, including branding of Cowater activities and projects.  

• Manage public affairs and public diplomacy efforts for the project in line with Cowater and GAC policies and priorities. 

• Provide high level strategic communications advice to Cowater staff and implementing partners 

• Engage key media and other influential stakeholders that can promote the approach and achievements and raise the profile of the projects. 

• Proactively identify topics and issues for knowledge management and communications internally/externally. 

• Coordinate regularly with Cowater HQ to align local communication strategies, campaigns, and reporting with global organizational objectives and standards.  

Operational Functions 

• Produce and effectively manage the production of the program communications products through the preparation of ToRs which meet Cowater/GAC requirements for information materials, print and audio-visual for media, and other public outreach. 

• Manage the project websites and social media accounts as information sharing platforms, including ensuring the project website is kept up to date by producing and managing website content (in both Ukrainian and English) uploading of media materials, photos, MSC (Most Significant Change) stories, related media, research, achievements etc. 

• Effectively share information, promote issues, disseminate achievements, and link resources and stakeholders. 

• Provide support in planning, organizing and implementing interactive internal and external joint-learning activities, networking events, and conferences on the areas of focus, as required. 

• Contribute to the development of Annual Work Plans and Program Progress Reports through identification of priorities in communications/learning activities and/or areas for partner capacity building, as well as lessons learned and best practices on relevant interventions. 

• Undertake regular scans of media sources in Ukraine and share key pieces of media with Project Leadership Teams, GAC and others, as required. 

• Assist with development of communication, advocacy and engagement materials tailored to project stakeholders to help inform capacity building on successful media campaigns, including, but not limited to, communication and marketing strategies, social media campaigns awareness building etc. 

• Support the preparation of quality ToRs to engage high calibre consultants related to communications, media, journalists, website etc. and effectively manage those contracts. 

• Anticipate and act upon any additional communications needs as they arise. 

• Lead development of a monthly newsletter to Cowater HQ, Ukraine Task Force members and other stakeholders in Cowater.  

• Provide periodic updates and strategic feedback to HQ, including reports on communication effectiveness (e.g., media reach, engagement metrics, sentiment analysis) 

Partners Engagement Function 

• Provide advice and support to partners in the implementation of annual work plans in the areas of communications management with an aim to enhance the quality, consistency and appropriateness of partner-specific communications materials, activities, and processes. 

• Work with partners to identify appropriate avenues, channels, and tools for improved program communications, including both vertical communication between national and local partners, and horizontal communication among partners and stakeholders, through the life of the program. 

• In coordination with project teams, identify opportunities to strengthen the capacity of partners in communications through appropriate advocacy and training, and other capacity development activities. 

• Provide support to effectively and strategically utilise funding earmarked for communications activities to support Partner’s areas of focus. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS  

 Education  

• Master’s degree in communications, Marketing, Advertising, Business Administration, Public Relations or other relevant discipline. 

Minimum Experience  

• 4-7 years of experience in communications specifically within the international development sector. 

 Essential Skills    

• Exceptional communication abilities, including writing, speaking and active listening 
• In-depth knowledge of writing and messaging practices for social and cultural impact correspondence, public relations, advertising, marketing and social media 
• Experience in developing and implementing capacity building sessions on communications, marketing and social media strategies and campaigns 
• Proven experience to work with images (designing, editing) in Canva
• Experience with Facebook, LinkedIn
• Professional understanding of media crisis management, 
• Ability to effectively engage with team members of all levels and across the project 
• Great project management skills, including time management, goal setting, multitasking and prioritization 
• Good data analysis, problem-solving and critical thinking skills 
• Advanced organizational abilities 
• Leadership abilities, including training and mentorship 

Language Proficiency  

• Proficiency in English and Ukrainian is required

Employment Conditions  

• The position will be full-time and based in Kyiv. 

APPLICATION PROCESS 

Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. 

For your application to be considered, please send your documents to [email protected] as followed: Candidate Last Name, First Name, Title of the Position, Salary Expectation. 

Deadline for application: February 15, 2026.

Cowater International is an equal opportunity employer, basing employment on merit and qualifications as they relate to professional experience and position expectations. Cowater does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, religion, sex, gender identity, disability, age, or any other basis protected by law. 

We thank all applicants but will only contact those who are shortlisted.

ABOUT US 

Founded in 1985, Cowater International is a leading global development consulting company. Headquartered in Ottawa and with corporate hubs in Auckland, Berlin, Brussels, Helsinki, London, Madrid, Manila, Nairobi, Singapore and Stockholm, Cowater International has successfully delivered a portfolio of over 2500 projects and assignments in more than 95 countries. We work with governments, private sector actors and communities implementing projects that support socio-economic development, institutional strengthening, environmental improvements and advance equal opportunities for all. We are a diverse and experienced team committed to building a better tomorrow for the people we serve. Our adaptive approach to management has led to our yearly award-winning work and recognition as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2017. 

We thank you for your interest in building a better tomorrow.