Background:
Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, governance and post-crisis stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.
Position Summary:
Creative Associates International, Inc. (Creative) seeks an Information Officer for an anticipated USAID-funded project which will implement activities in support of Ethiopia’s democratic opening and the Government of Ethiopia’s reform agenda.
The Information Officer will play a key role in coordinating the high volume of information that comes from the implementation of program activities, as well as other sources, such as open-source reporting and media, and utilizing this information to contribute to program learning efforts and to inform strategy decisions made by the USAID Country Representative (CR), Deputy Country Representative (DCR), and Chief of Party. The Information Officer will liaise with various stakeholders in Ethiopia, including national and sub-national government officials, development actors, civil society, and media outlets in order to improve the program’s understanding of the country context and inform any resulting adaptation of strategy and objectives as directed by the CR and/or DCR. The Information Officer will contribute to reporting and learning materials and deliverables as needed.
Responsibilities:
The Information Officer is responsible for:
Required Qualifications:
Highly Desired Qualifications:
The following are highly desired but not required: