DAI is seeking qualified candidates for the Strategic Communications Manager position on an anticipated USAID-funded governance project. If awarded, this will be a full-time position based in Kyiv. Anticipated project start is on or about August 2022. Interested candidates should use the following link to submit their CVs: https://fs23.formsite.com/OLJTgx/yqgv3rlgum/index.html. The deadline for applications is January 29, 2022.

Objectives and Duties:

The Strategic Communications Manager will oversee and manage all areas of project communications and reporting. S/he will oversee the communications strategy and ensure that all communications platforms comply with USAID regulations and contractual requirements and are delivered on time. Working closely with MEL Director, Chief of Party and USAID, the Strategic Communications Manager will prepare materials, including media campaigns, project success stories, and other communications products for dissemination to the project’s stakeholders, beneficiaries, and partners. The Strategic Communications Manager will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following tasks:

• Develop the Project Communication Strategy, including utilization of social media platforms, for internal and external communications.
• Assist objective leads in developing public outreach activities for project counterparts.
• Develop innovative communications products to actively engage project stakeholders across Ukraine, including institutional and private sector partners.
• Oversee project deliverables for reporting
• Build the capacity of the project staff in developing content from project activities.
• Collect and organize data-calls to the relevant programmatic teams to solicit information on progress of project activities and service delivery projects.
• Integrate, edit, and finalize project communications products, including draft written materials, success stories, press releases, and regular reporting requirements (monthly, quarterly etc.)
• Manage and store all documents in DAI’s management information system (TAMIS) and Sharepoint.
• Maintain and develop content for the project’s website in coordination with the IT team and USAID.
• Work with project staff to develop and produce marketing and outreach materials for events.
• Serve as the point of contact for local media inquiries.
• Review and edit project documents submitted by subcontractors and grantees.
• Serve as liaison with media groups to cover specific and relevant project activities, such as opening and closing ceremonies.
• Provide quality assurance on USAID branding and marking.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders, including institutional and private sector partners, to increase visibility and maximize coordination.
• Develop ad hoc communications products which could include social media, video production, written, web content etc.
• Develop and maintain project website/social media platform as needed.
• Monitor press coverage—including news wires, local newspapers, television, and radio.
• Coordinate on-demand information for USAID or other stakeholders.
• Represent the project at large scale events and meetings as required.
• Other activities as requested by COP and DCOP

Qualifications:

• Strongly preferred master’s degree in communications, journalism, literature or another related field.
• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in communications, reporting, communications product development, and knowledge management.
• Experience working with USAID or other international donor-funded programs.
• Ability to develop and maintain content for web and social media platforms
• Excellent writing and speaking skills in English and Ukrainian.
• Excellent writing skills and experience preparing well-researched reports.
• Demonstrated experience designing strategic communications plans, developing and implementing knowledge management tools or systems, and developing content for social media platforms.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word and Power Point), graphic arts and/or desktop publishing software a plus.

 About DAI

 DAI is a global development company with corporate offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, EU, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Palestine and project operations worldwide. We tackle fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability. DAI works on the frontlines of global development. Transforming ideas into action—action into impact. We are committed to shaping a more livable world. DAI and its employees are committed to confronting racism and holding ourselves accountable for positive change within the company and in the communities, cultures, and countries in which we live and work.  DAI is committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all races and backgrounds in our continued effort to become a better development partner. DAI upholds the highest ethical standards. We are committed to the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment as well as other ethical breaches. All of our positions are therefore subject to stringent vetting and reference checks.