About the Role
The Communications Specialist will work with the PIU team to design and manage all aspects of internal and external project communications. He/she will contribute to the development of high-quality knowledge products and learning content including data visualizations, success stories, and other reporting that informs learning activities and adaptive management decisions. He/she will also support the promotion of project activities through key communication channels and will engage critical partners and communities of practice through strategic outreach and innovative communication practices.
The Communication Specialist will report to the Project Coordinator and work with cross-functional teams to ensure effective communications strategies and operations. Based within the Division of Economic Cooperation and Regional Integration (ECRID) at the IGAD Secretariat in Djibouti, He/she will provide expert advice and guidance on information gathering and disseminations to ensure efficient and effective communications operations. He/she contributes to the development of project communications strategies and awareness raising campaigns.