Job Description
The World at Abt
Solving the world’s most pressing issues and improving the quality of life for people worldwide is what we do every day at Abt Associates. Creating a more equitable world is no small task, but we are driven by big challenges.
We are a team of 4,000+ people in over 50 countries working in unison and focused on the bigger picture. Only by sharing our commitment and energy do we affect change and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We welcome diverse ideas, backgrounds, and viewpoints – joining Abt means access to exceptional thinkers at the top of their game.
To thrive at Abt is to embrace flexibility and collaboration. Our open culture allows you to balance your work and personal life as needed to optimize personal well-being. Creating a more equitable world starts from within – we look after people around the world, and we’ll do the same for you.
Ready to embrace rewarding and meaningful work? Now’s your chance.
The Opportunity
As the Communications Lead of the USAID-funded Comprehensive Action for Climate Change Initiative activity you will be responsible for the supporting the development and implementation of the activity’s communications and outreach strategies, managing the design and production of communication materials and project reports, ensuring compliance with the Activity’s Branding and Marking Plan, and working with other activity staff to promote the CACCI activity to USAID missions and encourage them to buy into the activity.
Core Responsibilities
- Lead communications strategies and activities conducted under the Activity.
- Draft and lead development/adaptation of the Activity’s communications strategy.
- Maintain and update a repository of the Activity’s technical products (reports, presentations, publications, key client communication) in SharePoint/Teams.
- Coordinate production of the Activity’s plans (work plans, MEL plan, etc.), quarterly/annual reports, and presentations. Ensure reports and presentations are edited and formatted appropriately.
- Ensure consistent and coherent USAID branding and editorial style across all Activity outputs, including media outreach, audiovisual material, publications, reports, documents, and presentations.
- Ensure all communication materials align with the activity’s Branding and Marking plan and/or similar guiding documents.
- In collaboration with the Activity’s finance and operations team, support the project’s technical, cross-cutting, and operations teams in organizing meetings and events. Ensure meetings and events are appropriately branded, relevant communication products are available, presentations are edited and formatted, run-of-show is choreographed, and external participation meets expectations.
- Lead and/or advise technical teams in conceptualizing, preparing, and conducting project-sponsored events.
- Guide project staff on general communications and knowledge management techniques and strategies.
- Champion innovative and agile methods to drive communications.
- Create appropriate communication products, including social media posts, newsletters, success stories, technical/intervention briefs, and multimedia products.
- Disseminate communication products via relevant channels, including traditional and social media and events. Ensure key messages are consistently delivered to relevant target audiences across all channels.
What We Value
- Level 4: Bachelor’s Degree + 9 years of relevant experience, or Master’s Degree + 7 years of relevant experience, or PhD + 4 years of relevant experience
- Level 5: Bachelor’s Degree + 12 years of relevant experience, or Master’s Degree + 10 years of relevant experience, or PhD + 8 years of relevant experience
- Degree in a relevant field (communications, journalism, social sciences, international development).
- Experience working on USAID- or other donor funded-projects as a Communications Lead or similar role.
- Demonstrated experience driving communications, monitoring, and maintaining timelines, and producing quality communication products.
- Strong creative and analytical skills and good strategic judgment
- Understanding of media planning and experience working on digital communications including social media management and campaigns
- Knowledge and understanding of USAID programs, branding, and communications style.
- Knowledge in at least one of the following technical areas of the project: climate adaptation, agriculture, food security, and/or climate policy planning and implementation.
- Fluency in written and spoken English required.
- This position is full-time (100%) and reports to the Project Director for CACCI.
What We Offer
We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits and professional development.
Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of approximately $69,118 to $127,177 and may vary by ten percent depending on candidate geographic location. Salary offers are made based on internal equity and market analysis.
Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.
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About Us
Around the world, vulnerable populations face an array of complex problems. At Abt, we’re committed to making fundamental societal change in these disproportionately affected communities. We help wherever we’re needed. Here, you’ll collaborate with an international network of talented colleagues as you design and implement solutions for critical health, climate, economic, and governance issues. In partnership with local and indigenous communities you will help to improve lives and livelihood. All the while having the support and encouragement of leaders who always put your career and wellbeing first. Come make a World of Difference with us.
At Abt Associates, our commitment to creating a more equitable society for populations around the world starts from within. We understand how communities can flourish when people are given the right resources and support, and at Abt we continuously strive to cultivate a culture where there are no barriers to personal and professional fulfilment. Our welcoming and inclusive environment, our stance on employee wellbeing and flexibility, our deliberate approach towards expanding our talent representation, and our Employee Networking Groups are just some of the ways we ensure that everyone at Abt can thrive. With an eye towards continuous improvement, we know there’s always more to be done. And we’re set on doing it.