Porticus is a philanthropic organisation that aims to create a just and sustainable future where human dignity flourishes. We recognise that not all people are able to live with dignity. Our work aims to strengthen the resilience of communities so that all people have ownership over their future and natural resources are used in a sustainable way. Our work is realized through strong networks of partners including local and global NGOs, communities, people with lived experience, policy makers and co-funders. 180 Porticus colleagues work out of 14 locations worldwide, managing 3,500 grants focused across 4 sectors: Education, Climate, Faith and Society. This effort is united by a strong culture based on humility, personal relationships, and a deep respect for the people we work with.

Read more about our work at www.porticus.com

The Global Communications Team is a new team with a new mission. We are responsible for the external positioning of Porticus and affiliated brands, support the family’s engagement with Porticus’ work, and drive internal communications to engage the workforce and create alignment around organisational goals and ways of working.

The main responsibilities for the Philanthropic Communications Advisor are: 1) Support our sectors in positioning. 2) Activate our programmatic work through corporate campaigns or support programmatic teams in DIY-communications, 3) Engage our governors in the work we do.

Activities include:

• Support our programmatic work in narrative development, reputation opportunity/risk analysis, communications priority setting, progress or exit communications
• Translate the programmatic work into compelling campaigns (internal and external) together with the corporate communications team
• Provide communications support during high level international events
• Develop an integrated communications approach with the aim to involve governors in the work
• Empower programmatic teams to create high quality communication independently and through relevant suppliers
• Develop creative content, among others social media campaigns, stories, video’s, etc for internal and external audiences
• Learn, fail, succeed, enjoy!

You will work closely with the Senior Philanthropy Communications Advisor. Together you will develop a framework of services to our programmatic teams and deliver output. Working closely with the entire corporate communications team, you will work to establish focused and creative campaigns that will advance our objectives. You will report to the Director of Communications.

• Up to 5 years of experience in communications. Preferably in an international NGO or philanthropy setting. Affinity with our work is preferred.
• Ability to independently write an integrated communication strategy for an international organization.
• Multitasker with strong advisory skills that allows you to set priorities, create focus and facilitate quality DIY communications.
• Conceptual thinker; able to see the world three years from now and translate that into actions today.
• Hands-on and proficient in key MS applications and writing.
• Experience working with agencies and/or freelancers.
• Team player.

Of course, it is a two-way street, which means that we offer not only a competitive salary but we believe in a healthy work-life balance. This is what you can expect from us:

• The salary range for this job is between 44.000 and 60.000 annually
• 31 vacation days
• 4 volunteering days 
• We have our own pension fund (Provisum)
• Hybrid working opportunity. We have a fantastic Amsterdam office for you to work in and believe you can also be effective at home. We aim for a 40/60 office/home work balance.
• Wish to extend your holidays but don’t have any more vacation days left, you can work up to 10 days from any location in the world (we don’t cover travel and lodging though 😊)

• A valid work permit is required
• An (online) assessment can be part of the recruitment process.
• Reference checks are part of the final hiring procedure.
• We are an equal opportunity employer. We believe that having a staff with diverse personal and professional backgrounds and lived experiences enhances our ability to meet our mission. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, prior justice system involvement, veteran, or disability status.