Company Description

EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTER (EDC)

EDC is one of the world’s leading nonprofit research and development firms. EDC designs, implements, and evaluates programs to improve education, health, and economic opportunity worldwide. Collaborating with both public and private partners, we strive for a world where all people are empowered to live healthy, productive lives.

EDC’s approach to equity, diversity, and inclusion is grounded in EDC’s commitment to respect the dignity of each individual. EDC has a commitment to promoting equity and access to high quality education and health services that contribute to thriving communities where people from diverse backgrounds learn, live, and work together. EDC expresses its commitment to increasing equity through its strategies, services and products, which contribute to building capacity and transforming lives.

Job Description

LTLGP is a global education learning system for USAID and its partners to enhance thought leadership and education program quality. Our vision is to elevate the experience of the field by providing avenues for local, regional, and global knowledge generation and sharing.  We do this by bringing USAID together with international and local implementing partners, researchers, donors, private sector actors, representatives of other education networks, and partner country government leaders in a system of global learning networks and hubs. These three global Learning Networks, the USAID Education in Crisis and Conflict Network (ECCN), the USAID Global Reading Network (GRN), and a new USAID Higher Education Learning Network (HELN), create opportunities for members to share and address education needs while benefiting from and contributing to a global community of learning. As the Leading Through Learning Global Platform expands, we will regionalize this global learning by convening regional hubs to facilitate further exchanges and activities.

The USAID Leading Through Learning Global Platform (LTLGP) project has an opening for a part-time Communications Officer (International Local Specialist). The Communications Officer's level of effort (LOE) is 50% time, ideally living in and/or having strong network connections within the Latin America and Caribbean Region. There is no relocation coverage. Please note that this position will be remote.

The Communications Officer (International Local Specialist) will provide communications and outreach support to LTLGP’s LAC Regional Hub. They will play a critical role in implementing the LTLGP communications’ strategy and customizing it for the members of the region. They will support information sharing and promote visibility of the hub among USAID and implementing partners in the region.

This position reports to the LAC Regional Hub Coordinator, working together with the Regional Hub Coordinator and the Administration Officer as well as the project communications team to create and schedule content in line with the project’s strategy. The LAC Hub will additionally be supported by the Learning Network Development Director to support the activities of USAID’s learning networks (Global Reading Network, Education in Crisis and Conflict Network, Higher Education Learning Network) and LTLGP chapters in Africa.

You will:

• Develop written and visual communications (social media content, web copy, blogs, articles, briefers, presentations, email blasts), provide content development support and communicating with outside authors as needed.
• Managing the LAC Hub editorial calendar and deploying materials according to the schedule email and social media platforms (LinkedIn, Skype, WhatsApp, GovDelivery, Drupal)
• Ensure alignment of communication products and events with external global events, observances, media moments, branding guidelines, and clearance protocols
• Tracking and reporting on key metrics in communications
• Provide input and review of the LTLGP communications strategy with particular emphasis on LAC audience needs, interests, and preferences based on thoughtful study of LAC-based stakeholders and organizations involved in educational programs
• Collaborate closely and coordinate work with diverse colleagues from Learning Network Chapters, local education groups, clusters, and other regional entities to lead implementation of the strategy
• Collaborate with the other project communication team members to align processes, schedules, content and approvals to best serve the membership and ensure products are aligned with donor, project, and Secretariat practices and protocols

Qualifications

This position requires educational achievement; excellent writing skills; demonstrable initiative, creativity, and flexibility; ability to work independently and effectively in groups; and strong interpersonal & organizational skills.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of graphic design or related experience 

Skills & Experience:

• Experience working with a variety of technologies, proficiency with MS Word and MS Excel required; Google Workspace; LinkedIn, Sharepoint, Skype, Microsoft Teams, Zoho, Slack, etc.
• 1-2 years of experience publishing professional content via social media
• Demonstrated experience in content development, including graphic design and video production and management as well as editing short highlight clips and interviews also preferred.
• Knowledge of visual design principles and experience using graphic design software. Prior experience working with USAID branding guidelines and 508 compliance preferred.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Familiarity with the field of education, preference for literacy, crisis, higher education, systems, equity, and inclusion.
• Must be able to work within a cross cultural setting, negotiate diplomatically, and function well under pressure.
• Ability to work hands-on, independently, and within team in difficult work environment
• Professional proficiency (reading, writing, speaking/expressing) in English and Spanish
• Ability to work remotely and, preferably, within the LAC region

Additional Information

Closing Date Rolling Until Filled. 

Applications submitted without a Resume and a Cover Letter will not be considered. 

EDC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce and ensuring an equitable and highly inclusive work environment. EDC is a smoke-free workplace, and offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Research shows that individuals from historically marginalized groups find themselves meeting many of the criteria of a job posting, yet doubting if they should apply. At EDC, we value and strive for a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.  Equity and excellence are inseparable.  If you meet some of the preferred requirements but not all of them, and feel aligned with our vision and mission, we encourage you to apply.

Total Rewards:

EDC offers the following comprehensive benefits package for all eligible employees:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• Generous vacation benefits for full- and part-time employees
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition and transportation reimbursement
• Robust retirement plan with TIAA/CREF (Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association/College Retirement Equities Fund)
• Paid sick time and up to 16 hours of personal time annually
• Parental leave
• Employee assistance program

This position offers an anticipated full-time equivalent annual base salary range of approximately $32,400 to $51,800.  Salary offers are made based on market analysis and internal equity.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the EDC job opportunities website as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by e-mailing Liz Christensen or by calling her at 800-225-4276 or 617-618-2329.