Marketing & Communications Officer
Sofia, Bulgaria
Contracted to Full Time
Mid Level
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WHY KENES:
At Kenes, we foster a family-like work environment within a global company. We understand the significance of work-life balance and strive to create an atmosphere that supports personal well-being and professional growth. We believe in empowering our employees with knowledge and skills that propel their careers forward. Join Kenes and embark on a rewarding journey where you’ll thrive both personally and professionally.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Marketing and Communications Officer is responsible for the operational delivery of WSAVA’s communications across multiple platforms. Reporting to the Chief Communications Officer, the role works closely with the Secretariat, Executive Board, committees, and partners to bring WSAVA’s work to life through effective communication
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Managing WSAVA’s day-to-day communications across all channels, including the website, social media platforms, and e-newsletters
2. Developing, maintaining, and delivering a regular communications plan that promotes WSAVA’s activities, programmes, committees, campaigns, events, products, and services, including the annual WSAVA Congress
3. Creating, scheduling, and publishing engaging content tailored to different platforms and audiences
4. Producing digital communication assets, such as graphics, short videos, infographics, presentations, and visual content, to support campaigns, events, and ongoing communications
5. Working with colleagues across the Secretariat, Executive Board, and committees to source, plan, and coordinate content from across WSAVA
6. Monitoring audience engagement and performance across channels, using insights to continuously improve reach, relevance, and impact
7. Maintaining and updating website content to ensure information is accurate, current, and aligned with WSAVA priorities, including quality audit and troubleshooting
8. Supporting the promotion of key WSAVA initiatives, events, and campaigns through coordinated communications activity
9. Ensuring all communications are aligned with WSAVA’s brand, tone of voice, and messaging guidelines
10. Supporting reporting on communications activity and engagement for internal planning and review
11. Compliance with all WSAVA policy and processes
12. Other tasks and activities which may be reasonably expected of the role
REQUIREMENTS:
Essential Criteria:
1. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
2. Experience in a marketing, communications, or digital content role
3. Practical experience managing websites, social media platforms, and e-newsletters
4. Strong experience with WordPress and MailChimp
5. Demonstrated experience producing digital communication assets, including visual and multimedia content
6. Working knowledge of digital content creation tools (e.g. Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, video editing tools, or similar)
7. Strong written communication skills, with the ability to adapt tone and content for different audiences and platforms
8. Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines and content streams
9. Confidence working with digital tools such as content management systems, email marketing platforms, and social media scheduling tools
10. A collaborative and proactive approach, with the ability to work across teams and with volunteers
11. Excellent attention to detail and a clear, structured approach to work
12. A genuine passion for companion animals and an appreciation for the work of veterinary professionals globally.
13. Willingness to adapt to changing priorities, manage multiple work streams simultaneously, and work across multiple time zones.
Desirable Criteria:
14. Experience working in a nonprofit, membership, or international organisation
15. Familiarity with audience engagement, digital analytics, or performance tracking
16. Understanding of brand management
17. Ability to speak/write in a second language
WHAT WE OFFER:
• Competitive salary and full-time labor contract;
• Flexible benefits program: Food vouchers, optional Additional Health Insurance, Corporate discounts, etc.;
• Fixed working hours (Monday–Friday);
• Hybrid working mode, excellent office location, and free shuttle bus from a metro station;
• Gifts for special occasions, fruits, massages, and weekly yoga classes in the office;
• Real opportunities for professional development in a leading international company;
• Friendly team culture that encourages collaboration and continuous learning;
• Regular team events;
• Refer a friend program.
In case you are interested in this position, please submit your CV in English.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
All documents will be treated with the strictest confidentiality!
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