Chemonics seeks a communications specialist for the anticipated
West Africa Biodiversity and Climate Change (WA-BiCC) Activity, a
five-year, $50 million project aiming to improve conservation and
climate-resilient, low emission growth across West Africa. WA-BiCC is
part of USAID's wider efforts to coordinate closely with regional West
African Partners, such as ECOWAS, to advance broad-based economic growth
and resilience in the region. Most activities will be in targeted
geographical areas, such as the coastal zone and the inland forests, to
improve governance and policy over critical natural and human systems,
while others will be at broader policy/institution levels. We are
looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in
the lives of people around the world.
Responsibilities include:
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Ensure compliance contract deliverables in terms of reporting
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Draft a comprehensive program communications plan
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Develop newsletters, brochures, films, and other communications on an as needed basis
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Ensure that all branding complies with the standardized USAID regulations
Qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with an additional three years
of experience; master's degree in a relevant field highly preferred
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Minimum of four years of experience in drafting program results to
be used as policy briefs for national or regional entities
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Minimum of four years of experience in working in an international
organization in communications field, including writing articles for the
web, press releases, editing publications
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Demonstrated experience in developing, writing, and editing public
awareness material on environmental programs, including press releases,
peer review publications, newsletters, and PowerPoint presentations
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Demonstrated knowledge of developing and implementing communications
strategy in alignment with regional partners' strategic direction and
needs
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At least three years of experience effectively communicating program results to a wide variety of stakeholders
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Previous experience in West Africa preferred
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Oral and written communication and presentation skills in French (tested FSI R3/S3) and English required
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Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
How to apply:
Application Instructions:
Send electronic submissions to
WABICCRecruit@chemonics.com
by January 6, 2015. Please include "Communications specialist" in the
subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be
contacted.
In addition, please download and complete Chemonics’
equal employment opportunity self-identification form and submit it separately to
EEOselfidentify@chemonics.com
with only "Communications Specialist - WABiCC" in the subject line. If
you prefer not to disclose your sex, race, or ethnicity, you may check
“I do not wish to complete the information requested.” Thank you for
completing the form and supporting our equal employment opportunity
reporting requirements.
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selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
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