As a global leader, CARE is shaping the future of the humanitarian and development sector. Each year, we deliver support and services to millions of people in over a hundred countries. We do this by focusing on our mission and living the values that drive our organization. A career at CARE is an opportunity to be part of a movement that brings communities together to solve complex problems and foster learning change throughout the world. We seek individuals who are passionate about humanitarian and development work, collaborate well with others, embrace learning and innovation, and deliver results.
CARE focuses on empowering particularly marginalized and vulnerable women in Cambodia, including urban women who are marginalized by occupation, rural women who are denied multiple rights, and women and girls from ethnic minorities. CARE focuses primarily on the northeast of the country, Phnom Penh, and surrounding areas.
What it’s like to work at CARE?
CARE is a mission-drive international humanitarian aid and development organization that offers an opportunity to work with people across the world. Not a day will go by that you won’t learn something profound, meet an expert, or write a sentence that can change a life. We are committed to an environment where everyone can succeed.
CARE values teamwork, critical thinking, interpersonal skills and enthusiasm. CARE is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace, where team members are encouraged to learn, grow and share their views. CARE promotes equality and diversity in the workplace as well as within its projects.
We are currently seeking a qualified Cambodian national to join our team as a Senior Media and Communications Office.
Salary Range: $860-925
The Summary of Job Responsibilities are listed below:
- Plan, manage and execute country office’s media and communications strategy
- Member of resource mobilization; provide communications input for proposal and funding
- Collaborate with program team to support project communications planning, produce IEC materials and maintain media activities
- Uphold CARE’s ethical story telling standard and main consistent messaging across country office
- Uphold CARE’s commitment to safeguarding, equality of women and girls, and disability inclusion
- Other Responsibilities
Experiences and Qualifications:
We are seeking for an energetic and creative individual for this position!
- Bachelor’s degree in media and communications, journalism, international relations, international development or other related field.
- 2 years relevant work experience, preferably with an international non-governmental organisation (INGO) and/or private company; and
- Excellent communication skills in Khmer and good oral and written English; Proven commitment to inclusive development, promote equality of women & girls, and participatory approaches
- Demonstrated experience producing impactful stories that highlight change created through projects, in a range of formats;
- Knowledge of planning and executing project communications through ranges of formats and engagement.
- Knowledge of or a willingness to learn about women and girls equality and women’s empowerment activities;
- Demonstrated good interpersonal skills, planning, problem solving and team building skills
While your demonstrated experience is valuable, CARE is seeking a creative, enthusiast candidate who brings existing knowledge of, or a willingness to learn about CARE, equality of women and girls, and women’s empowerment activities.
As with all CARE employees, you will need to uphold and promote CARE’s commitment to Child Protection and the Protection from Sexual Harassment, Exploitation and Abuse.
CARE will provide you with a supportive and flexible working environment designed to recognise your valuable contributions and ensure a healthy work-life balance. CARE encourages continuous improvement through learning and development opportunities.
Please refer to the full Job Description below for more detailed information of Job Responsibilities, Experiences and Qualifications.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Interested candidates are requested to submit a CARE application form along with CV and cover letter to khm.jobs@care.org by the Subject “Senior Media and Communications Officer”, or at the CARE Country Office at #39 (3rd floor), Street 352, Sangkat Boeng Keng Kang Ti Muoy, Khan Boeng Keng Kang, Phnom Phnom Penh, Cambodia. A detailed job description and application form is available on www.care-cambodia.org or www.bongthom.com.
Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis with a deadline of 2 September 2025. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Submitted documents will not be returned. In return for your commitment, you will benefit from a comprehensive benefits package.
CARE is an Equal Opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.
CARE International in Cambodia is committed to protecting the rights of children. CARE International in Cambodia reserves the right to conduct screening procedures to ensure a child safe environment.
CARE participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we hereby request information from the candidate’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By submitting the application, the job applicant confirms her/his understanding of these recruitment procedures, and that CARE Cambodia requesting the information specified above.
CARE places human dignity at the centre of its relief and development work. At the heart of CARE’s efforts to impact poverty and social justice is its engagement with marginalized communities, and vulnerable adults and children. Vulnerable adults and children are particularly at risk of sexual exploitation and abuse. CARE commits to the protection from sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse (PSHEA) of vulnerable adults, involving CARE Employees and Related Personnel. CARE has a zero tolerance toward sexual exploitation and abuse and child abuse. CARE takes seriously all concerns and complaints about sexual exploitation and abuse and child abuse involving CARE Employees and Related Personnel.