Summary
Date Posted: Monday, October 02 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Position Description:
The Tanzania Maji na Usafi wa Mazingira Activity (MUM) is a five-year (August 2021 – July 2026) $25 million activity funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission to Tanzania. The purpose of the activity is to expand and sustain the provision and governance of WASH services by (1) increasing access to sustainable water services; (2) increasing access to finance for water, sanitation, and hygiene; (3) strengthening the market for sanitation products and services; and (4) strengthening basin water boards and water user associations for stewardship of water resources. Tetra Tech is the prime contractor with three subcontractors, FSG, WISE Futures, and IRIS Group. Under the supervision of the DCOP-Ops, the full-time Communications Specialist will be responsible for the development, management, continuous improvement and expansion of the public outreach and communications function in MUM. This position will be based in Iringa.

Responsibilities:
• Finalize and regularly update the comprehensive communications and outreach plan.
• Develop materials and other media to disseminate information about project successes and lessons learned to the media, project partners and stakeholders, and USAID.
• Support implementation of Pause and Reflect sessions to review progress and discuss adaptations, using data for indicators and qualitative data from interactions and discuss Learning Questions with partners and beneficiaries to inform work plans.
• Coordinate field outreach, working with USAID on communications and success stories, and timely elevation of any management or technical challenges for discussion/resolution.
• The development of success stories for submission to USAID (two per year).
• Contribution to program reports.
• Providing technical advice and support to the MUM team on communications quality and compliance to USAID branding and marking requirements.
• Provide technical advice and support to ensure that communications and information products are at the highest level of quality and integrity, and will ensure compliance with USAID documentation, information products, and branding and marking standards.
• Support development and use of information products and establish/maintain relations with local and international media outlets, drawing on support from the home office for short-term technical support and assistance.
• Build capacity among staff, partners, and other stakeholders in the area of information product development, including on capturing quality photos. The Specialist will provide the DCOP-Ops with monthly and quarterly progress reporting, including activities planned for the next quarter, in accordance with the approved work plan.
• Other duties as assigned by the DCOP-Ops.

Qualifications:
• University degree in communications, psychology, or related discipline.
• Master’s degree or equivalent and 7 years’ experience in relevant field OR Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and 10 years’ experience in relevant field.
• Experience related to media development and communications, preferably with similar donor-funded activities.
• Fluency in written and oral English required.
• Tactfulness. Enthusiasm for the job. Good Human Relation skills, integrity, and ability to work under pressure.




Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 84

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
To be considered, please submit the following:
• Cover Letter
• CV
Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech’s IDS ad posted.
Apply on-line at: Communications Specialist for Tanzania MUM Project – Tetra Tech Careers (selectminds.com)

Please ensure that only the requested documents noted above are submitted. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

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