Tuyển dụng Manager- Local Communications tại Hà Nội

Animals Asia is devoted to ending bear bile farming and improving the welfare of animals across Asia. We are committed to ending the suffering of animals throughout Asia by promoting compassion and respect for all animals, while striving to create long-term and sustainable change.

Animals Asia is currently seeking to recruit a qualified candidate for the position of Manager- Local Communications with details as follows:

Position: Manager- Local Communications

Employment type: Full-time

Contract duration: One-year contract, extendable based on performance with initial 2-month probationary period

Work location: Hà Nội, Việt Nam (with occasional travel to programme locations)

Role Purpose

The Manager, Local Communications is responsible for delivering Vietnam-facing communications through strategic messaging, Vietnamese-language content, and media engagement, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and Vietnam’s political and regulatory context. This is an editorial and content-led role focused on accuracy, consistency, and reputational risk management. The role does not cover advocacy, fundraising, CSR, or outreach delivery, but ensures that all Vietnam-facing communications are strategically aligned, culturally appropriate, and politically safe.

Responsibilities:

Communications Plan & Advisory

• Monitor Vietnam media landscape to identify risks and opportunities
• Develop and implement local communications and content plans
• Advise the Country Director on messaging and reputational risks
• Coordinate with Global Communications to ensure alignment and effective delivery

Media Relations (Vietnam)

• Act as main contact for Vietnamese media enquiries
• Manage interviews, media responses, and press visits
• Build and maintain relationships with media and journalists
• Lead PR activities, media pitches, and event liaison
• Monitor media coverage and escalate risks when needed

Content & Editorial Management

• Lead development of Vietnamese-language content (press, web, social, articles)
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and cultural/political appropriateness
• Maintain a strong and consistent editorial voice
• Coordinate translations, editors, and content production
• Align content with Global Communications

Campaigns & Milestones (Communications Support)

• Support campaigns through messaging, content, and media coordination
• Develop campaign narratives and materials
• Support key announcements and organisational updates

Internal Coordination

• Work with programme teams to identify communication needs and risks
• Align with Global Communications while managing local priorities
• Provide internal guidance on Vietnam communications

Website & Digital Content Management

• Manage and update Vietnam website content
• Coordinate with Global Comms, IT, and vendors
• Ensure content is accurate, approved, and up to date
• Maintain Vietnamese content archives

Government & Regulatory Sensitivity

• Review content for political and regulatory risks
• Support leadership with messaging for official engagements

Content Production & Design Coordination

• Provide editorial oversight for all Vietnam-facing materials
• Translate communication needs into clear briefs
• Coordinate production of key materials (press, website, statements)
• Review outputs for accuracy, brand consistency, and risk
• Provide limited design support where needed

Yêu cầu công việc

Skills & Abilities:

Strong writing and editorial skills with attention to detail, able to translate complex information into clear content. Proven ability in digital content planning, stakeholder engagement, and managing reputational risks.

Knowledge:

Good understanding of Vietnam’s media landscape, regulatory environment, and digital communication channels. Familiar with content strategy, brand management, and political sensitivities.

Experience:

Solid experience in communications, media, or editorial roles, including digital content, social media management, and working with Vietnamese media. Experience in strategic communications and complex environments is an advantage.

Languages:

Native Vietnamese and strong English (written and spoken).

Education:

Degree in Communications, Journalism, PR, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

How to Apply

Please send your cover letter and CV (clearly stating the applied position) via VietnamWorks.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for interviews. Applicants who have not received a reply after two weeks from the date of the advertisement should consider their applications unsuccessful. Only short-listed applicants will be interviewed; the interview will be conducted in English. Closing date for application is 18th November 2026.

To find out more: www.animalsasia.org

Animals Asia values candidates with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We welcome applicants of every ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, socioeconomic status, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to building an organization that creates an inclusive environment for all.

Using AI During Interviews

Animals Asia is committed to ensuring a fair and authentic interview process. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools, including but not limited to real-time transcription, automated response generation or assistance in formulating interview answers, is strictly prohibited during any stage of the interview process.
We will take a candidate's agreement to participate in an interview with us as confirmation that they will not use AI tools in any form during the conversation. If it is discovered or reasonably suspected that AI has been used, the interview will be terminated immediately, and the candidate will no longer be considered for the role.
We appreciate your understanding and adherence to this policy, which is in place to maintain the integrity, professionalism and reliability of our recruitment procedures.

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