Communications & Knowledgement Management Specialist
Job Description
Title: Communications & Knowledgement Management Specialist
Company Name: International Development Enterprises (iDE)
Vacancy: 1
Job Location: Dhaka
Employment Status: Full-time
Educational Requirements:
∎ Degree in communications, media, international development or a related field
Experience Requirements:
∎ At least 3 year(s)
Job Context:
∎ iDE Bangladesh is seeking a Communications & Knowledgement Management Specialist to oversee internal and external communications and knowledge management strategies to strengthen communication and knowledge-sharing between the project staff, donors, partners and the broader development stakeholders. He/she will provide communications advice and guidance, produce communications tools and products for distribution to priority audiences, manage knowledge resources for improved internal and external accessibility and support follow-on use by marketing and communications among project stakeholders.
∎ The position will identify and utilize cutting-edge and appropriate communications technologies to ensure research findings are communicated effectively and effciently. This position is contingent upon award.
∎ iDE prides itself as a leading institution in market-based approaches to design bespoke innovative solutions in sectors such as agriculture, water, sanitation & hygiene and finance, as such the potential candidate must iterate these norms and values in their approach and attitude.
∎ Job Location: Dhaka, with frequent travel to the field
∎ Reporting Line: Associate Director of Programs/ Associate Director PQA
Job Responsibilities:
∎ The key responsibilities of the Communications and Knowledgement Management Specialist will include the following:
∎ General Responsibilities:
∎ Develop and oversee the implementation of an annual communications and knowledge management strategy
∎ The strategy should include a "learning agenda" and should be developed in coordination and consultation with appropriate Project Managers
∎ Assess current knowledge management practices followed by iDE in Bangladesh and globally
∎ Review what has been developed to date, and develop a digital inventory of existing KM products
∎ Develop specific knowledge products for the identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learned
∎ Setting the tone:
∎ Actively and openly engage with Project Managers, Private Sector Partners and Technical Specialists to strengthen sector strategy
∎ Proactively engage with the various project teams to resolve challenges related to communications and knowledge management.
∎ Planning, and Strategy Development:
∎ Collaboratively plan and implement project activities through the preparation of multiyear and annual work plan in collaboration with Project Managers and field teams
∎ Maintain a communications calendar with key events, dates, and deadlines throughout the year.
∎ Identify print, electronic, and in-person vehicles to communicate with key audiences and increase project awareness and partnership opportunities
∎ Conduct regular evaluations of communications and knowledge management outcomes, and adjust the strategy as needed.
∎ Facilitate and frame the strategic direction of the project in collaboration with Project Managers
∎ Assist the Field Team Leader and Field Technical Specialistin planning and implementation of communication and knowledge management strategy
∎ Reporting and Submissions:
∎ Assist Project Managers to submit timely donor reports on monthly, quarterly and yearly basis as determined in the contract
∎ Assist Project Managers to manage the contracting cycle and the required project documentation
∎ Present progress report and other reports on a regular basis, document the key learning & findings, ensure accurate and timely data entry into the database
∎ Create and update promotional materials, including one pagers, brochures, presentations, case stories, etc.
∎ Other Responsibilities:
∎ Actively follow and engage with Global initiatives in other countries and other Bangladesh programs for stronger network connections
∎ Actively learn and develop skills related to online platforms used by iDE including but not limited to: Salesforce, Smartsheets, Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets
∎ Maintain use of online platforms for sharing reports, documents and data
∎ Represent iDE at external events and meetings as agreed with supervisor
∎ Participate in all relevant meetings and workshops
∎ Undertake additional tasks subject to workload and skill sets such as photography, cross-project trainings and evaluations
Additional Requirements:
∎ Work Experience:
∎ At least 3 experience in the communications field, planning, writing, editing, and producing communications through a variety of print and online media
∎ Prior knowledge in the WASH and Ag sector is a plus
∎ Experience managing websites and social media
∎ Photography and/or video production skills preferred.
∎ Experience with webinars and online learning platforms. Adobe Connect experience is a plus.
∎ Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, and Premiere). Graphic design experience a plus
∎ Personal Skills:
∎ Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
∎ Ability to work with various national and international team members and flexibility to adapt to different work conditions
∎ Ability to interact and collaborate with a broad range of public and private sector and NGO partners
∎ Physical ability and mindset:
∎ Ability to travel and undertake fieldwork in rural contexts
∎ Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills. Demonstrated ability to
∎ convey messages through clear and concise writing.
∎ Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office, email and the internet
∎ Familiarity with internet-based software systems such as Google App
∎ Excellent presentation design skills with visual graphic for targeted audiences
∎ Other Information and Conditions:
∎ The position would be the long-term contractual employment following iDE-B policy
∎ The remuneration package, work days and deliverables might be change based on negotiation between iDE management and the contract
∎ iDE reserves the right to terminate this agreement at any time with the consultation of the employee as per HR policy
∎ It is duty and accountability of the Communication and Knowledge Management Expert to maintain full confidentiality for sharing information, documents and others issues with others
Job Source: Bdjobs.com Online Job Posting.
Application Deadline: 29 Jun 2021
Company Information:
∎ 31 May 2021
∎ International Development Enterprises (iDE)
Category: NGO/Development
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Source: bdjobs.com
Deadline Expired on 29th Jun 2021
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