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Communications Manager

JOB SUMMARY
Company	DAI
Industry	International...
Category	Communication...
Location	Accra
Job Status	Full-time
Salary	N/A
Education	Bachelor̵...
Experience	9 years
Job Expires	Dec 13, 2024
Contact	...

Company Profile

DAI is an employee-owned global development company. For 40 years, we have worked on the frontlines of international development, tackling fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governments, and instability. Currently, DAI is delivering results that matter in some 60 countries. Our integrated development solutions turn ideas into impact by bringing together fresh combinations of expertise and innovation across multiple disciplines—crisis mitigation and stability operations, democratic governance and public sector management, agriculture and agribusiness, private sector development and financial services, economics and trade, HIV/AIDS and disease control, water and natural resources management, and energy and climate change. Our clients include international development agencies, international lending institutions, private corporations and philanthropies, and national governments.

Job Description

USAID Ghana Fiscal Accountability Strengthening Activity (FASA)

Proposed Personnel	[Name of (Proposed) Personnel]
Position	Communications Manager
Period of Performance *on/about (from – to)*	[Start Date]	[End Date]
Maximum Level of Effort	Full-time long-term
Base of Operations	Accra, Ghana
Position Reports to	Chief of Party

PROJECT BACKGROUND

The USAID funded Ghana Fiscal Accountability Strengthening Activity (FASA) will work in key areas of Ghana’s public financial management (PFM) ecosystem to enhance the accountability, transparency, and efficiency of public expenditures. After the country defaulted in 2022, significantly raising the cost of living for most Ghanaians, international and domestic attention turned to the government. Building on the foundation laid by previous reforms, FASA will partner with key Ghanaian institutions such as the Ghana Audit Service and the Controller and Accountant General’s Department to raise the bar for fiscal accountability at national and subnational levels.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Communications Manager is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive communications strategy for the project, promote its objectives, and disseminate information to key stakeholders. This includes managing media relations, developing and distributing communication materials, and overseeing the Activity's social media presence. The Communications Manager will organize meetings, document best practices, and share lessons learned. S/he will work report to the Chief of Party and work with the Deputy Chief of Party, Civil Society & Media Engagement Specialist, SBC Expert and the Monitoring Evaluation and Learning Manager to develop a detailed communications plan for the activity.

The Communications Manager will serve as the FASA focal point with USAID to ensure the FASA communications materials, social media content and related communications information is in compliance with USAID branding and marking standards and requirements.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop the project’s communications, outreach and knowledge management plan.
Engage with local and national media and utilize social media tools to raise awareness about fiscal accountability, as well as publicize product launch events and sites.
Work with technical experts to organize meetings, document best practices and methodologies, and share lessons learned with partners and other donor projects.
Aggregate information from the District Coordinators for quarterly and annual reports, and produce pamphlets, brochures, videos, publicizing FASA’s achievements.
Contribute inputs for bi-weekly, quarterly, and annual reports and project success stories as required.
Produce activity updates, newsletters, and performance reports, as needed.
Produce compelling content on FASA project activities, including success stories and project results, to be posted on the FASA project website.
Keep current on USAID’s branding and marking requirements and ensure the projects communications materials reflect USAID guidelines and branding and marking manual guidance.
Contribute inputs for monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as required.

Required Skills or Experience

QUALIFICATIONS

A Bachelor’s degree in communication, journalism and other related fields with a minimum of 9 years of relevant work experience. A Master’s degree is preferred.
Demonstrated Five years of experience in communications, outreach, public relations, and knowledge management.
Experience working on donor-funded projects focused on governance systems strengthening is preferred. Prior experience on USAID projects in a similar role is desired.
Experience developing communications and outreach strategy, including leveraging social media such as Facebook, X, and Instagram.
Excellent writing, speaking, and reading skills in English Language.
Proficiency with MS Office software

How To Apply

Application Link: https://fs23.formsite.com/OLJTgx/gcqy5x7kie/index

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 our positions are therefore subject to stringent vetting and reference checks.

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