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Spirit of America · 2 weeks ago

International Communications Program Manager - Africa

Arlington, VA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$115K/yr - $135K/yr

5+ years exp

Spirit of America is a privately funded nonprofit headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, dedicated to preserving freedom and improving lives. The International Communications Program Manager will design and manage communications programs in Africa to support US diplomatic efforts and enhance public awareness of the organization's initiatives.

First AidNon ProfitPublic Safety

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Hiring Manager

Naomi Shoger

Responsibilities

Design and lead the Implementation of communications activities in Africa to support regional programming, and advance US priorities and leadership. Identify and contract country-based consultants, as needed, to support program management

In partnership with the regional team, identify opportunities to increase the impact of programs and local partner activities by integrating communications tools, strategies, and training

Identify, vet, and manage international communications agencies and experts to support communications programs

Co-develop and implement strategies to protect and promote Spirit of America’s external brand communications and increase public awareness of Spirit of America program activities in the Africa region

Serve as the organization’s lead expert on information threats from authoritarian states in Africa and build and implement strategies to strengthen partners’ information resilience

Contribute to building and maintaining key partnerships, including US State Department and US military personnel, independent communications organizations and influencers, and public relations agencies

Design and lead third-party audience research and analysis, and communications program impact, through local partners with expertise in the region

Qualification

International communicationsProgram managementPartnership buildingContent productionGeopolitical knowledgeCross-cultural skillsNetworking abilityOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, or related field is strongly preferred, but non-degreed candidates with at least seven years of directly relevant experience will be considered

At least 5 years of relevant experience managing or supporting international communications campaigns or programs in the Africa region

Experiencing working for, or collaborating with, international public affairs/marketing agencies in the region

Experience working with US government partners on communications programs in the Africa region

Significant experience operating in Africa and forging productive and respectful relationships with local partners

Excellent organizational skills, ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, and attention to detail

Knowledge of general legal frameworks, practices, and regulations to ensure adherence to international and US regulations related to content production and publication

Knowledge of regional geopolitical factors in Africa and their impact on the communications environment

Superb cross-cultural skills, networking ability, and ability to engage professionally with a range of Spirit of America's partners

US citizenship required, as this role requires eligibility for a U.S. Government security secret clearance