Communications Specialist
Everyone deserves the opportunity to build a better future. This simple idea has been at the heart of TechnoServe’s work around the world for over 50 years. TechnoServe is a pioneer in leveraging the power of business and markets to create sustainable pathways out of poverty.
The low-income communities in which we work are full of enterprising people. Their small-scale farms and businesses are the keys to economic development. But they face many challenges: low literacy, lack of access to jobs and markets, unpredictable political dynamics and, increasingly, the effects of climate change. For many women and young people, the challenges are even more daunting. Working with TechnoServe staff, people around the world are lifting themselves out of poverty. The results are amazing...when incomes increase and living conditions for families get better, they are able to access health care and education previously out of reach. Communities and even whole countries are better off.
Position Description:
The Program Communications Specialist helps share ideas and stories to shape and inspire the fight against poverty around the globe. Working with a wide variety of teams and experts, the Specialist helps to implement TechnoServe’s thought leadership and communications strategies across a range of channels, from articles and reports to conferences and social media.
The qualified candidate will be able to carry out multiple complex tasks and effectively engage with partners, staff members at all levels of the organization, and other stakeholders. Excellent written and oral communications skills, an interest in international issues, and the ability to set priorities, manage time well, and work independently are required.
Program Description:
This position is part of the Private Fundraising, Marketing, and Communications team, which supports TechnoServe’s mission by increasing the organization’s visibility, sharing knowledge and ideas, engaging with target audiences, and raising donations.
The role will support the Program Communications function, which focuses on telling the story of TechnoServe’s innovation and impact to the public and private sectors, broader international development community, and other key audiences.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Contributing research, writing, and editing for press releases, LinkedIn posts, articles, reports, case studies, and fact sheets
- Working with TechnoServe experts to turn technical information into clear and compelling communications
- Identifying, tracking, and facilitating speaking opportunities for TechnoServe staff in conferences and webinars
- Reviewing project reports, global news, and other resources to identify potential communications opportunities
- Researching stakeholders and influencers in key sectors and supporting work to engage them in communications
- Participating in brainstorming and content development sessions
- Supporting the measurement and evaluation of TechnoServe’s communications efforts by updating dashboards and tracking results
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree, plus a minimum of three years of relevant experience OR a Master’s Degree with one year of relevant experience
- Familiarity with key topics in international development and business
- Experience using Microsoft Office and Google Docs applications
Preferred Qualifications:
- Intermediate understanding of French, Portuguese, Spanish, Swahili, or Amharic is desirable, but not required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to write clearly and concisely for a professional audience
- Demonstrated interest in international development, international business, and/or global affairs
- Strong organizational skills
- Initiative and attention to detail
Application Instructions - For consideration, please include a cover letter and a writing sample of an article or blog post
We encourage all qualified individuals who share TechnoServe's vision of improving the lives of others through proven business solutions to apply.
With our commitment to diversity, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and affirmative action employer and do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, HIV/AIDS status, protected veteran status, disability and all other protected classes.
We are also proud of our commitment to protecting staff, partners, and beneficiaries from abuse and exploitation and thoroughly vet all final candidates through rigorous background and reference checks.
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