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RTI InternationalRTI International is an independent organization dedicated to conducting innovative, multidisciplinary research that improves the human condition. With a worldwide staff of more than 4,000 people, RTI offers innovative research and development and a full spectrum of multidisciplinary services.RTI International is seeking staff for the US Agency for International Development (USAID) Promoting Tanzania’s Environment, Conservation, and Tourism (PROTECT) project that addresses factors in Tanzania that threaten biodiversity conservation and natural resource management. USAID PROTECT is a 5-year activity that will end in March 2020. We are recruiting a Communications Team Leader in Dar es Salaam.COMMUNICATIONS TEAM LEADER – Dar es SalaamThe USAID PROTECT Communications Team Lead will be responsible for leading communications and outreach for all USAID PROTECT activities; USAID PROTECT’S communications grants; and USAID PROTECT’S direct support to USAID on biodiversity communications. S/he works with USAID PROTECT Communications Specialist on a day-to-day basis and with other project staff and grantees.Key responsibilitiesLead all communications/stakeholder engagement activities that directly contribute to the technical objectives of USAID PROTECTManage implementation of the USAID PROTECT’S Strategic Communications Plan, and collaborate with the technical team on their roles in project communications and stakeholder engagementSupport technical activities related to social behavior change communications campaigns with communications and social media outreachWith direction from the Chief of Party, liaises with the USAID Development, Outreach, and Communications (DOC) staff on all project branding and marking requirementsProvide leadership and establish guidance for USAID PROTECT on document formats, including branding and marking in accordance with USAID policiesEnsure project communications and branding guidelines and best practices are followed by grantees and the USAID PROTECT teamEdit and format technical reports, contract deliverables, and promotional materials, ensuring clear and concise English language usage and professional presentationPrepare quarterly and annual report submissions relating to communications and outreachWrite press releases, project summaries, fact sheets, social media posts, and other communications materials to highlight project successes and challengesReview and finalize success stones prepared by the Communications SpecialistProvide training to staff in effective photographyDevelop materials and train current and new USAID PROTECT staff on project communicationsIdentify key public events and campaigns that USAID PROTECT should be made aware of and/or may participate in, in accordance with the technical objectives of the projectIdentify and supervise external contractors as necessary to successfully implement USAID PROTECT communications activitiesServe as technical lead for USAID PROTECT communication grants including developing a strategy for USAID PROTECT communication grants, identifying potential grantees and important themes, and providing guidance to partners for the implementation of communications-related grantsLiaise closely with the USAID PROTECT COP and USAID PROTECT Grants Manager to ensure the effective and efficient implementation of the communications grantsDevelop specific communications and outreach strategies, campaigns, and products to support the USAID Tanzania Natural Resources Management TeamSupervise the Communications SpecialistQualifications and Experience RequirementsMinimum Bachelor’s degree required in relevant fieldMinimum 10 years of experience in communications and outreachAt least 5 years USAID communications experienceExperience preparing communications plans. Demonstrated ability to think strategically about communications objectivesUSAID donor experience, a plusMust be fluent in English, with strong report writing abilitySkills & AbilitiesStrong interpersonal/relationship building skillsExcellent knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and design softwareExcellent oral and written communication skillsStrong influencing and coaching skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines under pressureAbility to multi-taskAbility to work independently and within matrix project and program teamsAttention to detail and accuracyCulturally sensitive and respectfulTo Apply: Email cover letter and CV to hr@tzprotect. org by 21st March 2018. Applicants must include the POSITION TITLE in the subject line of the email. Please do not attach copies of certificates. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. RTI International does not use agents or require any form of payment In the recruitment process. RTI International is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V