External Communications Specialist - Jakarta

Tanoto Foundation

Fixed-term insertion contract
Localisation Jakarta, Indonesia
No remote
From 5 yrs of exp.
Posted on 04-09-2026

Description of the mission

Tanoto Foundation, established by Sukanto Tanoto and Tinah Bingei Tanoto, is an independent philanthropic organization driven by a core belief: every individual deserves the chance to reach their full potential. Since 1981, we have championed quality education as the key to unlocking opportunity and enriching lives. Alongside with our organization growth, we are looking for External Communications Specialist which will be a strategic force in shaping the Tanoto Foundation’s narrative and strengthening our brand reputation. Reporting directly to the External Communications Lead and will be responsible for translating complex organizational data into captivating, high-impact stories that resonate across a "360-degree" communications landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Craft compelling brand stories through a 360-communications plan that resonate with Tanoto Foundation’s target audiences and amplifies our mission.
  • Act as a "data-driven storyteller," translating unique and complex datasets into clear, concise, and engaging narratives that capture hearts and minds.
  • Produce high-quality written products, including press releases, newsletters, and blog posts, ensuring excellence and consistency in both English and Bahasa Indonesia.
  • Champion media relations by proactively pitching stories, securing media placements, and managing media inquiries.
  • Cultivate strong relationships with journalists and influencers to generate positive media coverage.
  • Develop and implement effective media engagement strategies to enhance brand awareness and reputation while supporting the relationship-building with journalists.
  • Stay ahead of the communications curve by monitoring media trends and industry best practices to give perspective toward our current and upcoming strategies.
  • Collaborate with diverse teams, locally and internationally, to ensure our message is communicated with clarity and consistency across all channels.
  • Analyze media performance data to measure the effectiveness of campaigns, identify areas for improvement, and use insights to inform future strategies. Because you love data!
  • Support leadership visibility through strategic messaging, speech drafting, and thought leadership content.
  • Monitor emerging issues and reputational risks, and develop proactive communication responses.
  • Lead coordination with external vendors/agencies to ensure quality and brand consistency.

Profile

Qualifications:

  • Has a Bachelor's degree in Communication, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
  • Must have at least 5 years of experience in public relations, corporate communications, marketing communication, or branding, ideally within NGOs, FMCG companies, agencies, or startups.
  • A proven track record of developing and executing successful 360-degree communication strategies using analytical depth.
  • Excellent writing and editing skills in both Bahasa Indonesia and English, with a strong attention to detail to ensure error-free, engaging content.
  • Strong media relations experience, including media pitching, press release writing, and media monitoring.
  • Demonstrated understanding of crisis communication principles; proven experience working in crisis communication is a significant plus.
  • High adaptability to the fast-paced demands of a shifting organizational landscape.
  • Adept at building relationships with stakeholders and able to design "board-ready" decks that simplify complex goals.
  • High adaptability to the fast-paced demands of a shifting organizational landscape.
  • Experience with social media and content marketing a plus

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Tanoto Foundation

Tanoto Foundation harnesses the transformative strength of education to realize people’s full potential and to improve lives.

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