Palladium Communications Manager Jobs in Ethiopia
Palladium Communications Manager Jobs in Ethiopia
Project Overview and RoleCATALYZE is a $250 million 5 to 8-year program, designed to catalyze $2 billion in private capital, especially to underfinanced social sectors (such as education) and higher risk countries (especially low-income and post-conflict countries) around the globe, complemented by a cross-cutting inclusion of gender-lens investing. CATALYZE will provide services to USAID missions and bureaus that “buy in” to tap the CATALYZE investment and pay-for-results project management expertise.
Our aim is for investors to explore and find commercially viable opportunities and approaches to creating jobs, developing sustainable social services, tightening and rationalizing supply chains, and advancing inclusive growth.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
The Communications Manager, CATALYZE
MS4G will report to the Chief of Party with secondary reporting to the US-based CATALYZE Director of Communications & Knowledge Management.
S/he will be responsible for implementing MS4G’s communications strategy, with targeted messaging for both public and private stakeholders in the blended finance and impact investment community.
Writes, edits, and oversees the production of publications, including articles, newsletters, reports, photos, infographics, success stories, social media messaging, etc., in compliance with MS4G branding guidelines and organizational policies;
Facilitates discussions with project staff to conceptualize, design and develop infographics, charts, maps and other visual content to translate technical findings into user-friendly products for non-technical audiences;
Leads the development and dissemination of marketing materials, social media content, and other mediums to amplify content generated from project activities;
Collaborates as required with the broader Palladium Communications team on the development of a strategic communications plan that includes participation in key events, targeted communications materials development, and other strategies as defined in the plan;
Attends industry and relevant private-sector events (i.e., conferences, professional networks/communities of practice working groups, and symposia) to share and promote CATALYZE’s work and successes, and to increase
skills in relevant technical areas;
performs representational duties to USAID and contributes to project management and coordination among partner organizations;
Establish and implement standard operating procedures and mechanisms for collection and distribution of information and knowledge materials from project staff and stakeholders;
Organize and host webinars and learning events;
Collaborate with the MS4G technical team and stakeholders, and facilitate organized forums designed to foster ongoing learning and adaptation; and
Meet regularly with CATALYZE communications team to share best practices, successes, and challenges.
Required Qualifications
Ability to synthesize complex investment mechanisms and deal structures into language that is accessible and compelling to external audiences; experience working on inclusive finance, blended finance, impact investing, agribusiness, or related areas;
Ability to synthesize and simplify information and communicate it in a lively, accurate and understandable manner;
Knowledge and understanding of USAID branding and communications style;
Excellent English verbal, written and presentation skills;
Excellent attention to detail and track record of designing and implementing a dynamic communications and knowledge management strategies.
Detail-oriented and deadline-driven with strong organizational skills, and ability to work in a dynamic and agile environment with changing requirements and priorities;
Strong cross-cultural, interpersonal, management, diplomacy, and collaboration skills in highly complex structures involving multiple teams and stakeholders;
Ability to meet deadlines under extreme pressure, build consensus, engage a variety of stakeholders, and work with diverse groups of people;
Video editing and/or graphic design skills preferred;
Relevant computer software skills and familiarity with accounting software (including, at a minimum, the standard applications in MS Office).
Desired Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a relevant field;
At least 8 years of experience in project communications, including 4 years in a communications and/or M&E role on a USAID-funded project;
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Palladium Communications Manager Jobs in Ethiopia
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