Communications Specialist

Chemonics International

Details / requirements:

Chemonics International Inc., a Washington D.C.-based international development company, seeks a qualified Communications Specialist for an anticipated multi-year U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Counter Trafficking in Persons in Asia (CTIP-Asia) program in the lower Mekong sub-region. The project will combat trafficking in the Southeast Asia Region through increasing the capacity of law enforcement; protection of survivors; prosecution of perpetrators; and investment in strong partnerships with stakeholders across sectors to end trafficking. This position will be based in Kathmandu.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop a comprehensive communications strategy for
  • Design and/or manage and oversee implementation of communications campaigns to support specific project components and/or partner agencies programs
  • Maintain primary contact with the media and communications production houses
  • Organize press conferences, workshops for media representatives, media events in conjunction with partner agencies
  • Carry out communication training programs for counterparts in partner agencies
  • Oversee audience research, and knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) studies
  • Prepare and oversee pre-testing of communications messages, materials, and programs to ensure project reaches its strategic communications goals
  • Help to develop communications and outreach strategies for project counterparts
  • Provide communications and public outreach training and capacity building support to counterparts

Qualifications:

  • At least 10 years of experience in the field of communications and/or public outreach, including work with donor-funded projects
  • Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred in communications, public relations, English, literature, or a related field
  • Experience on an international development project a plus
  • Ability to write and verbally communicate clearly and concisely
  • Proven ability to communicate clear messages and goals to a variety of audiences, including community members, stakeholders, and multicultural audiences
  • Demonstrated experience designing strategic communication campaigns, conducting media outreach, organizing media events, and writing project reports
  • Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
  • Fluency in English and Nepali; strong written and oral communications skills

Application Instructions:

Please submit your CV and cover letter with "Communications Specialist in Nepal" in the subject line to CTIPrecruit@gmail.com . Applications will be reviewed as they are received. No telephone inquiries please. Finalists will be contacted.

Overview

Category Communications / Broadcasting
Openings 1
Experience 10+ years
Education B. A. (Bachelors in Art)
Posted Date 21 Jun, 2016
Apply Before 01 Jul, 2016
City Kathmandu