Communications Coordinator, Kiribati Cross-Cutting Program Support Project, Remote Job Listing at Tetra Tech in Tarawa, Gilbert Islands (Job ID 47138)

Description

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 primary goal of the Kiribati Cross-Cutting Program Support (CCPS) Project is to provide support for the implementation of the Threshold Program Grant Agreement between the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) and the Government of Kiribati. The objective of this agreement is to facilitate decent and inclusive employment for the citizens of Kiribati through the implementation of three activities focusing on building the capacity of the Ministry of Employment and Human Resources (MEHR), supporting worker protection and family resilience, and supporting youth skills camps and scholarships. The CCPS contract, implemented by Tetra Tech (Management Systems International (MSI-TT), will support the implementation of the Facilitated Governance Reform (FGR) approach with the MEHR, provide monitoring and evaluation assistance, support travel logistics, and provide communication support. The contract, which was executed in June 2024, will run for three and a half years.

**Please note: Only Kiribati citizens are eligible for this position**

Position Summary:

The Communications Coordinator will manage and develop communication products to showcase the work of the three threshold program implementers. Responsibilities include maintaining the program's Facebook page and regularly posting updates on the three activities. The Coordinator will collaborate closely with MSI-TT, MCC, and the implementing partners to brainstorm ideas, gather necessary information, and create communication products. This role involves creating social media posts, graphics, one-pagers, and other content to inform the public and other stakeholders about progress of the program. The Coordinator will be based in Tarawa and work from home or an office in the MEHR.

Responsibilities:

• Build effective working relationships with all threshold program implementers and stakeholders, including MEHR and the Ministry of Education.
• Maintain a Facebook page to communicate with the public about the program and ongoing activities.
• Create social media posts, press releases, graphics, videos/pictures, and presentations to communicate with stakeholders and the public about threshold program progress.
• Develop content suitable for posting on the relevant Government of Kiribati social media pages such as those of the MEHR and the Ministry of Education.
• Ensure all communications are executed in a manager appropriate for the Kiribati culture and context.
• Manage the planned communications products across the three implementers.
• Monitor social media for mentions of the threshold program.
• Convene monthly meetings of stakeholders to discuss communications opportunities.
• Provide regular updates to MSI-TT and MCC and be available to respond to requests within 24 hours.
• Organize in person public events in Kiribati to educate the public about the program, as needed.
• Help coordinate other meetings of senior stakeholders and community, as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Minimum one year of experience in a relevant field is required.
• Experience creating social media posts, press releases, presentations, graphics and/or videos required.
• Experience curating content with photos and video reels.
• Experience in international work preferred.
• Familiarity with social media platforms such as Facebook required.
• Familiarity with the cultural context and the ability to engage local and international stakeholders effectively.
• Ability to interact successfully and professionally with senior Kiribati officials required.
• Ability to be flexible, willing to adapt to new tasks even without prior experience.
• Ability to be proactive and follow through promptly on tasks and communications.
• Ability to work remotely and engage with MSI-TT and MCC based on Washington, D.C.
• Strong written and spoken skills in English and fluency in the Kiribati language 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.

Project opportunity

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