Management Systems International (MSI), a Tetra Tech Company, is a Washington, D.C. metro area management consultancy with a 40-year history of delivering results for our clients. Our expertise is in the fields of monitoring and evaluation; democracy and governance; peace and stability; rule of law and accountability; education; gender and inclusion; strategic communications; and leadership and organizational development. MSI has implemented projects in 90 countries around the world such as Colombia, Indonesia, Jordan, Kenya, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Syria and Ukraine, and works domestically. We support clients ranging from the U.S. Government (e.g., the U.S. Agency for International Development, U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Departments of State and Labor, and the Millennium Challenge Corporation) to large bilateral and multilateral donors (e.g., the World Bank and the United Nations Development Program). We also work with national and local governments, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), think tanks, foundations and universities. For more information, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com.
Project Summary
The Rapid Response Activity is an ongoing project that seeks to improve stability in conflict affected areas, particularly the northern West Bank. It aims to alleviate grievances, to strengthen communities abilities to withstand shocks and stressors, and to provide opportunities for youth impacted by violence and conflict. Managed under the GISR MENA mechanism, the activity operates to respond to immediate and emergent needs, to improve short-term stability in specific geographic areas that have recently emerged as flashpoints.
- Please note: Only West Bank-Gaza residents are eligible for this position**
Position Summary
The Communications and Outreach Associate (COA) will work on two levels: 1) supporting grantees and other partners communicate their successes and other messages to communities and 2) helping to respond to Local Priorities communicate its achievements, successes, and analysis to USAID and other external audiences. The COA will report directly to The Communications and Outreach Specialist based in Ramallah and will also support the West Bank Rapid Response (WB RR) teams located in the northern West Bank in identifying, communication content and opportunities based on grant and non-grant activities. The position will require creativity and the ability to use various communications tools, especially multimedia and social media. The position is junior level position. The selected candidate can be based in Ramallah, Jenin, Tulkarem, or Nablus.
Responsibilities
- Monitor media coverage of key events and developments.
- Identify and document success stories from the field, highlighting impactful outcomes and individual achievements in coordination with Field Specialists.
- Capture photographs during events and activities to support storytelling and promotional efforts.
- Record and edit short, engaging videos that showcase project milestones, partner activities, and success stories.
- Create and edit content for various social media platforms, ensuring it aligns with the organization's messaging and branding guidelines.
- Write simple reports from the field, capturing the essence of events, activities, and interactions with stakeholders.
- Track branding with proper USAID logo on all printed and purchased items in coordination with the Communication and Outreach Specialist, ensuring all activities are visually aligned with the organization's brand guidelines.
- Provide logistical and communication support to partners during on-ground activities, ensuring smooth operations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, PR, eMarketing, multimedia, or any other related fields required.
- Minimum one year of experience required.
- Knowledge of different social media platforms.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and be comfortable working in dynamic, on-ground environments.
- Ability to engage diverse audiences through various media channels.
- Strong writing, editing, attention to detail, and communication skills required.
- Fluency in English and Arabic required.
MSI is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We strive to develop and maintain a culture that honors the perspectives and identities of our employees, our communities and those impacted by our work.
We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
MSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities/Veterans Employer.
Reasonable Accommodations
MSI is dedicated to hiring an inclusive workforce. If you would like to request reasonable accommodations during the application process, please visit Tetra Tech's Disability Assistance Page. Our recruitment team looks forward to engaging in an interactive process to provide reasonable accommodations for candidates.
Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
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