Communications Specialist

Communications Specialist*
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Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Communications Manager, the Communications
Specialist will assist the Communications Manager in drafting, researching,
editing, translating, copying, formatting and preparing materials needed by
staff or consultants in preparation for TRADE events, presentations, and other
activities, ensuring compliance with USAID branding guidelines
TASKS:*
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Identify, collect, and develop a broad range of communication products and
publications that promote the activities of USAID TRADE project, including
success stories, examples of positive change, articles, bulletins, flyers,
pamphlets, and other related media material.
* Enhance public knowledge of USAID TRADE project by developing content of its communication newsletters, which include selecting activity highlights, planning, and editing communication messages, branding work, planning, and conducting interviews, and transforming technical summaries into effective messages and articles.
* Provide publicity and promotional support for special events and community outreach activities.
* Improve accuracy and recentness of information on the project social media outlets.
* Write and translate media communication materials, including press releases, advisories, briefings, question, and answer briefings, press packs etc.
* Interview identified persons and appropriate stakeholders, obtain supporting information, and carry out field investigations as necessary to satisfactorily document these improvements.
* Organize TRADE digital photo and media library.
* Assist with the development of videos/ documentaries and infographics regarding TRADE activities and events.
* Build and maintain TRADE story bank, organizing a growing database of content from the field work.
* Oversee the work of contracted vendors in the area of communications and public outreach; ensure the quality of products delivered.
* Ensure adherence to the USAID TRADE Branding Implementation and Marking Plan per USAID guidelines.

Required Qualifications:
* A Bachelor 's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, international affairs, or a related field with a minimum of ‎4 years of relevant work experience required.
* Comprehensive communications experience in local and international spheres, including experience on USAID-funded projects.
* Well-developed analytical writing skills, communications, and interpersonal skills.
* Proficiency with MS Office software.
* Excellent English and Arabic writing, speaking, and reading skills.
* Knowledge of media relations and digital media strategies.
* Working knowledge of design software (e.g., Photoshop, InDesign) and content management systems is a plus.
* Proven skills in marketing communications, social media marketing or public relations is a plus.
* Strong editing and researching skills.

Project Overview and Role:
USAID 's Trade Reform and Development in Egypt (TRADE) project builds on
decades of U.S. investments in Egyptian businesses and economic policy with
the aim of substantially increasing Egyptian exports from Small and Medium
Enterprises (SMEs). The TRADE project focuses on six selected sectors:
engineering products, food processing, home textiles, ready-made garments,
chemicals, and building materials. Through the project, USAID works with the
Government of Egypt to improve the trade and investment policy environment and
reduce barriers to trade. USAID also partners with business associations and
export councils to strengthen the trade services ecosystem for small- and
medium-sized exporters, as well as with private companies to help them access
new international markets to increase export sales. TRADE tackles many trade
and investment-related issues to sustainably increase Egyptian exports and
drive economic growth.
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