1. ADF’S PROFILE

The Albanian Development Fund (ADF) is a development organization which answers to the challenges and its partners in order to achieve a stable development of the country. Founded in 1993, ADF has a 29-years’ experience in the development of infrastructure, urbanization, tourism and cross-border cooperation. The Albanian Development Fund implements a considerable number of projects & programs in different fields, which are focused on road infrastructure, urban development, utility services, tourism, and cross-border collaboration. The institution performs its activity at central office and 4 regional areas: Tirana, Korca, Shkodra & Vlora.

The Albanian Government considers Regional Development Reform among the most important national objectives. In this context, the Regional Development Program in Albania (RDRA), a project of the Swiss and Austrian Governments, is supporting the Albanian Government, in some of its activities, in order to advance the Regional Development Reform and Cohesion.

The RDRA offers the position of Public Relations Expert (Junior), who will work in close technical support of the RDRA and under full supervision of the Albanian Development Fund (ADF).

  1. Job description

The public relations expert will work to the Albanian Development Fund (ADF) in order to contribute in organizing meetings and engaging stakeholders on basis of the regional development.

In this context, the expert will contribute to the effective coordination and organization of meetings and make sure efficient involvement of stakeholders during the planning, programming and implementation activities of the regional development reform.

  1. RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS
  • Contribute on organization of general and thematic meetings in the framework of activities for the purpose of regional development;
  • Contribute on coordination of advisory and promotional activities within various projects / programs;
  • Coordinate agendas and meetings calendars;
  • Ensure involvement of stakeholders by providing high quality administrative support;
  • Document meetings’ feedback with key partners and stakeholders on issues and problems aroused;
  • Prepare periodic information and reports on the above-mentioned tasks (meeting minutes, memos, presentations, etc.).
  1. CANDIDATE’S PROFILE

The candidate should be graduated in a Master’s Degree on Journalism, Social Sciences, law and other related fields. Qualifications on public relations, journalism and other similar fields would be an advantage.

The candidate should: have knowledge on the principles of working in the community and partnerships; maintain effective and positive relationships with staff members, clients and partners; work independently on several activities at the same time; have knowledge of ADF’s processes and procedures; be able to create presentations and promotional materials; fluent in English (spoken and written); have excellent organizational skills; have excellent communication skills (demonstrated ability to communicate information coherently and concisely).

At least 3 years of working experience in profession. Experience on event management and interests’ group commitment.

  1. APPLICATION

Interested candidates are pleased to send their CV and Interest Letter at the following email address: burimenjerezore@albaniandf.org.

The application deadline is due to 4 March 2022.

  1. EVALUATION PROCESS/INTERVIEW

Phase I: Applications will be reviewed by the Evaluation Commission. Candidates who fulfil all the criteria will be notified for an interview with representatives from the ADF and RDRA.

After interview, selected candidates will be notified by Human Resources Department for the next phase.

Phase II: Evaluation for the collaborative and communication skills related to a certain topic by the Evaluation Commission.

The winning candidates of the second phase will be notified to start working on basis of relevant individual contracts.