WEBSITE MANAGER AT INTERNATIONAL DEBATE EDUCATION ASSOCIATION

Description

The International Debate Education Association (IDEA) is seeking to appoint a Website Manager to develop the organisation’s website and its website strategy. The role will be based out of IDEA’s South East Europe (SEE) office in Skopje, Macedonia but will directly report to the Communications Director of IDEA Central based in Brussels, Belgium. The Website Manager will be required to travel to Brussels on a monthly basis. The website is one of IDEA’s principal assets and acts as both communications tool and a tool for young people to access online debate resources and information. In 2013 the site attracted 3.9 million visits, however there are a number of issues relating to design and usability of the site and it will need substantial redevelopment in 2014 in order to make it a more accessible and useful tool for our core audiences.

Areas of responsibility and tasks:

   - Develop the strategy, set goals and project manage the development of IDEA’s website to ensure it is fit for purpose and an excellent
     communications and debate tool;
   - Consult with the System Administrator and coordinate the technical and content teams across the IDEA network;
   - Support the strategic plan of the IDEA Network;
   - Respond to online opportunities to support network activities.


Eligibility

   - Demonstrable project management experience in developing websites;
   - Knowledge of the Drupal CMS, including, but not limited to, content management and delivery, theme administration and implementation
     of visual cues;
   - Strong demonstrable knowledge of other CMS in place of Drupal will be considered;
   - Strong management skills, excellent communication skills (listening, oral, written);  and attention to detail;
   - Fluency in English; other languages desirable;
   - A flexible attitude and ability to manage and oversee remote teams;
   - Experience of working in an international environment and willingness to travel internationally.

The successful applicant will already have the right to work in Macedonia and to travel to the European Union.


Deadline: 21 February 2014

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