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  • Posted: Oct 24, 2022
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    DAI is a global development company working on the frontlines of international development consulting. We are committed to shaping a more livable world. We tackle fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability. We work with a wide range of clients, including national and local go...
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    Food Security and Resilience Communications Specialist, USAID Africa Trade and Investment (ATI) program

    KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Collaborate with the Strategic Communications Advisor and other staff member(s) to ensure the integration of communications and knowledge management activities that complement and report on state-level program activities.
    • Assist the Strategic Communications Advisor with the development and execution of the project’s overall communications strategy (internal and external) and develop project branding and messaging in line with the project’s approved Branding and Marketing Plan
    • Support capacity building of local counterparts to effectively communicate with citizens and stakeholders
    • Support the preparation and presentation to USAID of reports and written communications on the progress and impact of program activities including Monthly Updates, Quarterly Progress Reports, Quarterly Financial Reports, Annual Reports, and the Final Report
    • Manage the project’s social media presence on Facebook or other to-be-identified appropriate social media platforms
    • Oversee other project outreach through identified social platforms and messaging services
    • Work closely with Project staff to design project specific communications and outreach strategies, including identification of strategic channels and key influencers, particularly those related to the promotion of opportunities available under the Activity Fund
    • Contribute to the design and implementation of grant and subcontract activities specifically related to communication and outreach activities
    • Support communication and branding of Project events and workshops
    • Ensure the accuracy and consistency of public information materials
    • Coordinate press and other media outreach, as appropriate
    • Other related duties as assigned by Strategic Communications Advisor
    • Travel to regional offices as required

    REPORTING:

    The Communications Specialist will report to the Strategic Communication Advisor with close coordination with the Food Security and Resilience Team Lead and ATI Communications team.

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Excellent written and oral communication skills, and fluency in English
    • University degree in relevant field and 9+ years of experience drafting reports, documents and outreach materials, and developing and implementing communications plans
    • Experience in development communications on large, complex, multi-country USG-funded projects is highly preferred
    • Experience leading the planning and implementation of outreach and media events, including press conferences and project launches.
    • Ability to professionally communicate across all levels of an organization and the public
    • Skilled in communication strategic thinking and planning

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to DAI Kenya - Development Alternatives, Inc. on fs23.formsite.com to apply

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