Communications Specialist

KDS is recruiting a Communications Specialist with at least five years professional experience for the USAID-funded Lebanon Industrial Value Chain Development project in Lebanon, a project running through September 2017 with the objective of developing functioning, competitive value chains to increase incomes of the rural population in Lebanon including MSMEs. The Communications Specialist will be based in the main LIVCD office in Sin el Fil, with frequent travel to project sites throughout Lebanon. The Communications Specialist will manage the Communications Team to deliver clear and precise information about the project to stakeholders.
Specific tasks include:

Manage the communications strategy, including the range of products used to disseminate project information to internal and external stakeholders including project staff and management, USAID, and project partners and beneficiaries (written reports, factsheets and success stories, project Facebook page and website, etc)
Write and edit a range of reports in English and Arabic
Maintain a library of project technical information, publications and photos.
Maintain LIVCD visual identity and ensure compliance of all project information products with USAID Branding and Marking regulations.
Manage public outreach through media coverage and publicity for LIVCD projects and events.

Qualifications:

BA in related field required.
At least five years of relevant experience. Experience working with USAID-funded projects strongly preferred. Knowledge of rural economic development preferred.
Fluency in English and Arabic.
Eligible to work in Lebanon.

Skills:
The successful candidate will possess the following skills:

Exceptional English writing skills. Ability to produce information products in a range of formats (Facebook updates, highlights, success stories, case studies).
Excellent communications and interpersonal skills. Ability to work well within a team and with external stakeholders.
Ability to effectively manage junior staff and vendors/subcontractors.
Very strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Key Development Services (KDS) is a sustainable development advisory firm based in Beirut, Lebanon. KDS provides specialized technical assistance, and project management and support to international organizations and private sector clients in the MENA region. KDS is an equal opportunity employer. 

Experience required: 

5 to 10 years
 
Education degree: Bachelor Degree Field of education: Communications, Economics, Development, or related field.