Land and Public Communications Specialist - Associate
Tetra Tech ARD (www.ardinc.com) is a leading service provider in Land Tenure and Property Rights (LTPR) for the United States Government. Its LTPR work includes land policy, land tenure (legal) reform, conflict and dispute resolution, land market development, land reform and resettlement, land administration, land use planning and natural resource property rights and governance. Gender and issues related to vulnerable populations cross-cut the sector.
Tetra Tech ARD has an immediate opening for a qualified specialist in communications and public information and awareness. This specialist will have knowledge and experience in designing and implementing public information and awareness campaigns; assessing the impact of these campaigns in terms of knowledge, attitude and practice; application of communication and outreach tools; development of communication messages for mixed audiences transcending constraints of low literacy, poor infrastructure, and multiple languages; and experience with web-based information systems, multi-media, and video technology. This person will be an active member of Tetra Tech ARD’s LTPR Sector and may be located in either our Burlington, Vermont or our Arlington, Virginia office. The person occupying the Virginia based office will play a strong networking role with Tetra Tech ARD’s partners and other Washington, DC based organizations.
Responsibilities Include:
* New business development (marketing and proposal development), contract oversight and management, and strong financial management oversight.
* Application of public information and awareness, outreach, media tools and technology, assessment methodology, and procurement of communication services to land tenure and property rights project design and implementation.
* Design and contribute to strategies advancing land tenure and property rights within ARD’s LTRP sector and with Tetra Tech ARD’s other sectors including agriculture and economic growth, environment and natural resources, democracy and governance and water resources and infrastructure.
* Technical support via short-term or long-term international assignments or in a home office advisory capacity
Essential Qualifications
* Master’s degree in journalism, public communications, marketing or related field.
* Demonstrated excellence and qualifications in developing innovate and content sensitive public awareness programs.
* Minimum of 7-15 years professional international experience, preferably in long-term fieldwork capacity.
* Demonstrated writing ability, oral skills and previous successful proposal development.
* Demonstrated ability to multi-task and work in multi-disciplinary, cross-cultural and team situations
* Speaking and reading proficiency in a foreign language, French, Arabic or Spanish highly preferred;
* High level proficiency in MS Office applications;
* Energetic and enthusiastic collaborative team player;
* Must be comfortable working in a fast paced and sometimes intense work environment;
* This position requires 30% international travel to developing, post-conflict, and transitioning countries.
* U.S. citizenship or a valid U.S. work permit is an absolute requirement.
In addition to a collaborative and family-friendly work environment, Tetra Tech ARD values diverse, energetic, and enthusiastic team players who are committed to high levels of performance and who are dedicated to providing superior services at all levels of the firm.
To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the on-line application process:
* Letter of application explaining individual qualifications for this opportunity.
* Current CV in reverse chronological format.
* List of at least 3 professional references including name, contact information and statement of relationship to the reference.
* A writing sample of a technical nature.
Apply on line at https://careers.ardinc.com/ARDCareers/App/USPostingDetail.aspx?PostingId=128
Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered.
No phone calls will be accepted.
Tetra Tech ARD is committed to diversity and gender equality in all of its operations- in the U.S and overseas. We strive to reflect these goals in our global mission and in our workplace. We encourage applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial and cultural groups. Tetra Tech ARD is proud to be an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer.
Tetra Tech ARD has an immediate opening for a qualified specialist in communications and public information and awareness. This specialist will have knowledge and experience in designing and implementing public information and awareness campaigns; assessing the impact of these campaigns in terms of knowledge, attitude and practice; application of communication and outreach tools; development of communication messages for mixed audiences transcending constraints of low literacy, poor infrastructure, and multiple languages; and experience with web-based information systems, multi-media, and video technology. This person will be an active member of Tetra Tech ARD’s LTPR Sector and may be located in either our Burlington, Vermont or our Arlington, Virginia office. The person occupying the Virginia based office will play a strong networking role with Tetra Tech ARD’s partners and other Washington, DC based organizations.
Responsibilities Include:
* New business development (marketing and proposal development), contract oversight and management, and strong financial management oversight.
* Application of public information and awareness, outreach, media tools and technology, assessment methodology, and procurement of communication services to land tenure and property rights project design and implementation.
* Design and contribute to strategies advancing land tenure and property rights within ARD’s LTRP sector and with Tetra Tech ARD’s other sectors including agriculture and economic growth, environment and natural resources, democracy and governance and water resources and infrastructure.
* Technical support via short-term or long-term international assignments or in a home office advisory capacity
Essential Qualifications
* Master’s degree in journalism, public communications, marketing or related field.
* Demonstrated excellence and qualifications in developing innovate and content sensitive public awareness programs.
* Minimum of 7-15 years professional international experience, preferably in long-term fieldwork capacity.
* Demonstrated writing ability, oral skills and previous successful proposal development.
* Demonstrated ability to multi-task and work in multi-disciplinary, cross-cultural and team situations
* Speaking and reading proficiency in a foreign language, French, Arabic or Spanish highly preferred;
* High level proficiency in MS Office applications;
* Energetic and enthusiastic collaborative team player;
* Must be comfortable working in a fast paced and sometimes intense work environment;
* This position requires 30% international travel to developing, post-conflict, and transitioning countries.
* U.S. citizenship or a valid U.S. work permit is an absolute requirement.
In addition to a collaborative and family-friendly work environment, Tetra Tech ARD values diverse, energetic, and enthusiastic team players who are committed to high levels of performance and who are dedicated to providing superior services at all levels of the firm.
To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the on-line application process:
* Letter of application explaining individual qualifications for this opportunity.
* Current CV in reverse chronological format.
* List of at least 3 professional references including name, contact information and statement of relationship to the reference.
* A writing sample of a technical nature.
Apply on line at https://careers.ardinc.com/ARDCareers/App/USPostingDetail.aspx?PostingId=128
Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered.
No phone calls will be accepted.
Tetra Tech ARD is committed to diversity and gender equality in all of its operations- in the U.S and overseas. We strive to reflect these goals in our global mission and in our workplace. We encourage applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial and cultural groups. Tetra Tech ARD is proud to be an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer.
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