The USAID-funded Famine Early Warning Systems (FEWS NET) Strategic Planning and Activity Design (SPADe) Support project, a global activity implemented by Tetra Tech International Development (International Development Jobs – Tetra Tech), is currently accepting expressions of interest for the Communications and Publications Manager position. This position can be fully remote from a continental US-based location or hybrid/remote within a commutable distance to either one of our office locations in Burlington, VT or Arlington, VA.
The Communications and Publications Manager will lead the development of a project-wide communications strategy to share findings, analysis, tools, and information with target audiences. The position will work closely with the Chief of Party to ensure Work Assignment research results are clearly communicated and compliant using traditional, non-traditional, or mixed media approaches. The Communications and Publications Manager will report to the Chief of Party and work in close collaboration with the Knowledge Management Advisor.
Responsibilities:
*Coordinates and supports the development, design, branding, and execution of internal and external communications initiatives to ensure effective communication of program progress, successes, and learning to USAID stakeholders and target audiences.
*Manages and develops program communications materials and products as needed (written, audio, and video), assuring compliance with USAID and Tetra Tech guidelines.
*With project team, develops regular reports to keep USAID and partners apprised of program activities.
*Supports social and mass media outreach.
*Develops communications strategies, products, and tools to disseminate project innovation and information/analysis.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree or higher in Communications or a closely related field;
* Experience working with international technical staff and stakeholders to develop program communications preferred;
* First-hand familiarity with food security analysis;
* Demonstrated experience translating technical reports into less- or non-technical Work Assignment products, aided by mapping and data visualizations that communicate relationships between key data and household economy concepts, for users of different backgrounds;
* English fluency is required;
* Current US work authorization is required at the time of application.
How to apply
To be considered, please submit the following:
* Cover Letter
* CV
Please ensure that only the requested documents noted above are submitted. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
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Reasonable Accommodations:
We are dedicated to hiring an inclusive workforce. If you would like to request reasonable accommodations during the application process, please visit Tetra Tech’s Disability Assistance Page or contact our Global Talent Operations team. Our recruitment team looks forward to engaging in an interactive process to provide reasonable accommodations for candidates.
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We are committed to taking a thoughtful, compliant and equitable approach to employment compensation and rate setting. We commit to providing a holistic comprehensive salary analysis, including reviews of individual skill sets and compensable factors related to qualifications, business needs, internal compensation data, and industry and labor market surveys. The anticipated pay range for this position is $75,000 to $105,000 annually.
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees — 27,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities/Veterans employer.
