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Resonance · 2 days ago

Senior Analyst – Communications Specialist

United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Support delivery of services under the GS and PA project portfolios, ensuring contract compliance, effective client engagement, and sound financial management

Support the GS and PA project portfolios by drafting, editing, and copy-editing communications materials, including but not limited to press releases, fact sheets, blog posts, case studies, talking points, slide decks, and other content as required; and navigate the necessary clearance processes for the materials as needed

Manage or help manage content management system (CMS) for project-related websites, including but not limited to managing third-party vendors, brainstorming and developing web content, navigating the necessary clearance processes, updating web content, and conducting ongoing maintenance of the website as needed

Manage or help manage email management platform (e.g. Constant Contact or MailChimp) for mass email communications (e.g., project-related newsletters and invitations)

Manage or help manage project-specific social media communication, including but not limited to developing social media toolkits for platforms such as X/Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook; collecting or developing photos, graphics, and other visuals for social media; navigating the necessary clearance processes; scheduling content; and monitoring and reporting on email analytics as needed

Support the development and implementation of project-specific communications strategies and plans; as well as marking and branding plans that comply with USAID and project specific templates and guidance

Work with project teams and grantees to develop compelling impact narratives and human-interest stories that amplify program results

Develop understanding of evolving USAID and private sector industry forums including websites, news outlets, events, and other convenings

Leverage project results to position Resonance and key partner thought leadership for broad dissemination and engagement

Review or draft relevant project deliverables to ensure high quality final products, including but not limited to monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, annual work plans, and technical deliverables as needed

Support projects with Grants Under Contract (GUC) programs to develop communications resources, tools, and informational sessions for grant applicants and grantees

Support grantees in projects with a GUC program in the development of communications materials to showcase their work

Help organize and manage communications for project-specific promotional and learning events and related outreach; provide support as needed in the planning and coordination of events

Maintain electronic records and databases for communications materials, which may include aligning records in both SharePoint (Resonance’s system) and Google Drive (USG preferred system)

Support assigned projects to maintain effective communication and information sharing with clients, partners, and stakeholders

Support projects to recruit and field communications staff and consultants, including but not limited to graphic designers, video editors, and copyeditors as needed

Supports strategic corporate initiatives as relevant and appropriate

Qualification

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Budget ManagementMicrosoft OfficePresentation DesignUSAID KnowledgeFluency in SpanishAnalytical workProject ManagementWorkshop facilitationPrivate sector engagementPartnership developmentEconomic growthDigital ecosystem developmentCircularityWomen's economic empowermentExperience working with private sector businessesExperience working with corporate clients

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, International Relations, or another relevant field

3+ years of professional experience, preferably in a communications role

1+ years of experience writing and preparing communications materials such as blog posts, social media threads, press releases, and reports for USAID and/or others

2+ years of experience working on USAID-funded projects

Proven experience managing budgets

Proven expertise using the Microsoft suite of products (i.e., PowerPoint, Word, and Excel)

Proven expertise using presentation platforms (e.g., Canva, PowerPoint, or similar)

Knowledge of USAID marking and branding guidelines and USAID report structures

US work authorization is required

Preferred

Master’s degree in Communications, Media, Public Affairs, International Development, or another relevant field

Fluency in Spanish or French

Demonstrated experience performing analytical work, research, and project management

Demonstrated technical experience in one or more of the following areas: workshop facilitation, private sector engagement, innovation, partnership development, economic growth, digital ecosystem development, circularity, women’s economic empowerment

Experience working with private sector businesses or corporate clients