Communications Manager- Katalis Phase 2
Palladium, Washington, DC, United States
Purpose of Position
The Communications Manager is responsible for ensuring effective integration of communications into program delivery and stakeholder engagement for Katalis Phase 2, a partnership funded by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). The role translates strategic direction from the Strategic Communications Lead into structured workplans, campaigns, and outputs, ensuring alignment with DFAT requirements and program objectives.
Primary Responsibilities
Communications Planning & Strategy Implementation
Lead the development and implementation of communications workplans (annual, quarterly) and editorial calendars
Translate strategic direction into actionable communications plans, content pipelines, and workflows
Ensure communications activities are aligned with program priorities, milestones, and stakeholder engagement plans
Campaign Management & Delivery
Design and oversee implementation of communications campaigns (e.g., podcast series as a flagship campaign)
Ensure campaigns integrate both Public Diplomacy and Strategic Communications objectives
Monitor campaign delivery and adjust approaches based on performance and feedback
Team Leadership & Coordination
Supervise and manage the Senior Communications Officer and Communications Officer, including performance management and workload allocation
Ensure clear roles, responsibilities, and workflows across the team
Foster collaboration and effective working relationships within the communications team
Program Integration & Internal Communications
Serve as the primary coordination point for communications requests from program teams
Lead the integration of communications into program delivery by engaging early with technical teams
Align communications outputs with program milestones, partnerships, and stakeholder engagement activities
Ensure internal alignment of messaging across program teams
Quality Assurance & Approvals
Act as the primary approval authority for day‑to‑day communications outputs and materials
Ensure all communications outputs meet quality, branding, and DFAT visibility requirements
Review outputs for consistency, accuracy, and alignment with messaging frameworks
Coordinate with the Strategic Communications Lead/Adviser on high‑risk or high‑visibility outputs
Media & Public Diplomacy Coordination
Manage media engagement processes, including planning, coordination, and alignment with DFAT protocols
Ensure communications outputs support Public Diplomacy objectives, including bilateral positioning and visibility
Coordinate preparation of media materials and spokesperson engagement
Digital Platforms & Content Systems
Oversee management of digital platforms (website, social media) and content dissemination
Ensure effective functioning of content pipelines, publishing processes, and digital workflows
Maintain consistency and quality across all digital channels
Performance Monitoring & Reporting
Monitor communications performance using analytics, KPIs, and reporting tools
Lead preparation of monthly and quarterly communications performance reports
Use insights and data to refine communications strategies, campaigns, and content approaches
Deliverables
Communications workplans and editorial calendars
Campaign implementation plans (including podcast rollout and amplification strategy)
Approved communications outputs across all platforms
Media engagement coordination and outputs (aligned with Lead for sensitive cases)
Monthly and quarterly communications performance reports
Internal communications coordination mechanisms
Functioning communications systems, workflows, and content pipelines
Reporting Requirements
The Communications Manager reports to the Strategic Communications Lead/Adviser and works in close coordination with the Team Leader to ensure alignment with program priorities and stakeholder engagement objectives. The role serves as the primary interface between the communications function and program teams.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Communications and Media, Public Policy/Affairs, International Relations, Public Relations, Social Science or related subjects; a Master's degree is preferred
Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in communications, including management roles, preferably within donor‑funded or development programs (DFAT experience highly desirable)
Demonstrated experience planning and managing communications functions or teams
Established extensive contacts and networks within local and national media outlets (highly desirable)
Demonstrated ability to advance public diplomacy objectives and advocacy within international development or government programs
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in sensitive situations
Proven experience managing campaigns, media engagement, and digital communications
Strong stakeholder management and coordination skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Engliasa Indonesia sh and Bah
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Palladium is committed to embedding equity, diversity, and inclusion into everything we do. We welcome applications from all sections of society and actively encourage diversity to drive innovation, creativity, success and good practice. Women are encouraged to apply.
Child Protection
Katalis Phase II has zero tolerance for child abuse and exploitation. All successful candidates will be required to adhere to our Child Protection Policy and will be subject to background checks as a condition of employment.
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The Communications Manager is responsible for ensuring effective integration of communications into program delivery and stakeholder engagement for Katalis Phase 2, a partnership funded by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). The role translates strategic direction from the Strategic Communications Lead into structured workplans, campaigns, and outputs, ensuring alignment with DFAT requirements and program objectives.
Primary Responsibilities
Communications Planning & Strategy Implementation
Lead the development and implementation of communications workplans (annual, quarterly) and editorial calendars
Translate strategic direction into actionable communications plans, content pipelines, and workflows
Ensure communications activities are aligned with program priorities, milestones, and stakeholder engagement plans
Campaign Management & Delivery
Design and oversee implementation of communications campaigns (e.g., podcast series as a flagship campaign)
Ensure campaigns integrate both Public Diplomacy and Strategic Communications objectives
Monitor campaign delivery and adjust approaches based on performance and feedback
Team Leadership & Coordination
Supervise and manage the Senior Communications Officer and Communications Officer, including performance management and workload allocation
Ensure clear roles, responsibilities, and workflows across the team
Foster collaboration and effective working relationships within the communications team
Program Integration & Internal Communications
Serve as the primary coordination point for communications requests from program teams
Lead the integration of communications into program delivery by engaging early with technical teams
Align communications outputs with program milestones, partnerships, and stakeholder engagement activities
Ensure internal alignment of messaging across program teams
Quality Assurance & Approvals
Act as the primary approval authority for day‑to‑day communications outputs and materials
Ensure all communications outputs meet quality, branding, and DFAT visibility requirements
Review outputs for consistency, accuracy, and alignment with messaging frameworks
Coordinate with the Strategic Communications Lead/Adviser on high‑risk or high‑visibility outputs
Media & Public Diplomacy Coordination
Manage media engagement processes, including planning, coordination, and alignment with DFAT protocols
Ensure communications outputs support Public Diplomacy objectives, including bilateral positioning and visibility
Coordinate preparation of media materials and spokesperson engagement
Digital Platforms & Content Systems
Oversee management of digital platforms (website, social media) and content dissemination
Ensure effective functioning of content pipelines, publishing processes, and digital workflows
Maintain consistency and quality across all digital channels
Performance Monitoring & Reporting
Monitor communications performance using analytics, KPIs, and reporting tools
Lead preparation of monthly and quarterly communications performance reports
Use insights and data to refine communications strategies, campaigns, and content approaches
Deliverables
Communications workplans and editorial calendars
Campaign implementation plans (including podcast rollout and amplification strategy)
Approved communications outputs across all platforms
Media engagement coordination and outputs (aligned with Lead for sensitive cases)
Monthly and quarterly communications performance reports
Internal communications coordination mechanisms
Functioning communications systems, workflows, and content pipelines
Reporting Requirements
The Communications Manager reports to the Strategic Communications Lead/Adviser and works in close coordination with the Team Leader to ensure alignment with program priorities and stakeholder engagement objectives. The role serves as the primary interface between the communications function and program teams.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Communications and Media, Public Policy/Affairs, International Relations, Public Relations, Social Science or related subjects; a Master's degree is preferred
Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in communications, including management roles, preferably within donor‑funded or development programs (DFAT experience highly desirable)
Demonstrated experience planning and managing communications functions or teams
Established extensive contacts and networks within local and national media outlets (highly desirable)
Demonstrated ability to advance public diplomacy objectives and advocacy within international development or government programs
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in sensitive situations
Proven experience managing campaigns, media engagement, and digital communications
Strong stakeholder management and coordination skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Engliasa Indonesia sh and Bah
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Palladium is committed to embedding equity, diversity, and inclusion into everything we do. We welcome applications from all sections of society and actively encourage diversity to drive innovation, creativity, success and good practice. Women are encouraged to apply.
Child Protection
Katalis Phase II has zero tolerance for child abuse and exploitation. All successful candidates will be required to adhere to our Child Protection Policy and will be subject to background checks as a condition of employment.
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