VACANCY: Communications Specialist for USAID/Indonesia Monitoring and Evaluation Support (MESP) Project

[impaq_color_small] COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST


IMPAQ International<http://www.impaqint.com/> is a US-based firm providing exemplary research and consulting services to domestic and international clients in the areas of impact evaluation and program evaluation studies, applied research, policy analysis, quantitative and qualitative data analysis, and technical assistance. IMPAQ International, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (M/F/Disability/Veterans).

IMPAQ International, LLC is seeking a long-term, full time Communications Specialist for an anticipated 5-year, USAID-funded project in Indonesia. The Monitoring and Evaluation Support Project (MESP) has three (3) objectives:

* To provide USAID/Indonesia and other stakeholders an unbiased, data-driven account of USAID/Indonesia's progress toward achieving the development objectives outlined in the Country Development Cooperation Strategy (CDCS);
* To provide expert evaluation and analytical services; and
* To guide USAID/Indonesia in using performance information and the results of evaluation and analysis.

Responsibilities:

* Design and implementation of a project-wide Communications Strategy;
* Facilitation of information sharing and public outreach for between MEASURE project, USAID/BiH and implementing partners;
* Coordination of social media initiatives, media affairs, and public events with the US Embassy, including monitoring the media, preparing press releases, and producing publicity materials; and
* Close collaboration with Mission staff and implementing partners in developing and publicizing program impact in addition to building capacity in project communications.

Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in relevant subject areas including communications, public policy, public relations, etc.; Master's degree preferred;
* Minimum 5 years' progressive experience in designing and implementing communication campaigns for development projects, preferably in the Southeast Asia;
* Prior experience with USAID or other donor-funded programs preferred;
* Familiarity with M&E programming and technical jargon, including indicator development, data collection and analysis, data validation and audits, and performance reporting, a plus;
* Knowledge of local social science centers, firms, and setting, a definite plus;
* Strong facilitation, networking, and team management skills;
* Excellent written and oral communication and outstanding interpersonal skills;
* Demonstrated attention to details and expertise in organizational and prioritization skills;
* Proven ability to work in a professional and cordial manner with staff members, visitors, and the general public;
* Excellent English writing and speaking (S/4 and R/4 levels at least) skills; and
* Indonesian citizenship.

For full consideration, please submit your cover letter and CV through our career portal at: https://international-impaqint.icims.com/jobs/1507/communications-specialist--indonesia/job?in_iframe=1
Application Deadline: March 5, 2015.