Public Relation & Liaison Coordinator

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child but know this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it is girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges girls and vulnerable children face. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood and we enable children to prepare for and respond to crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

For over 85 years, we have rallied other determined optimists to transform the lives of all children in more than 80 countries.

We won’t stop until we are all equal.

The Public Relations & Liaison Coordinator will provide:
 

Strengthened relationships between Plan International and host government authorities, ensuring that all government procedures governing humanitarian and voluntary work are followed. The role will also offer day-to-day administrative support, managing visas, residence permits, travel notifications, and other official communications with relevant authorities. Additionally, the Coordinator will provide guidance on mitigating organizational risks related to government engagement, ensuring that Plan International’s values are upheld while fostering positive relations.

The position involves overseeing:

The submission and approval of technical agreements with HAC and other relevant ministries. It ensures compliance with immigration, work permits, and national staff procedures. The Coordinator will track and manage visa, work permit, and travel permit applications, ensuring efficient processing and approval. They will represent Plan International in liaison meetings with government entities, handle official communications, and maintain organized records of all approvals. The role also includes collaborating with the Operations team to budget for government-related costs and preparing regular reports on the status of visa and work permit applications.

Essential criteria for this role include:

A bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, or a related field, with at least four years of experience in humanitarian settings, particularly in public relations or liaison roles. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Sudan’s humanitarian context, including experience working with key donors such as ECHO, SIDA, SHF, and UNHCR. They will possess excellent negotiation and conflict management skills, especially in fast-paced, unpredictable environments, and demonstrate effective communication in both English and Arabic.

Do you have what it takes?

If you possess strong leadership skills, an understanding of Sudan’s humanitarian landscape, and the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with government authorities, then this role could be a great fit. Your expertise in managing public relations and navigating complex government procedures will play a crucial role in Plan International’s success in supporting children and young people across Sudan.
 

For more information regarding the person and role specification, please click the following link: Public Relation & Liaison Coordinator JD 2024

Location: Port Sudan

Type of Role: Fixed Term Contract 12 months

Reports to: Operation Manager

Grade: D1

Closing Date: 10th December 2024

"This Position is for national Sudanese only"

“women are encouraged to apply”

Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.

We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.

We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights and inclusion.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.

A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International's Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Please note that Plan International will never send unsolicited emails requesting payment from candidates.