Communications Specialist

USAID/Haïti Programme d’Appui à la Rentabilisation de l’Elevage (PARE)


Cap Haitien, Haiti





Activity Summary:

The USAID/ Haïti Programme d’Appui à la Rentabilisation de l’Elevage (PARE) is a five-year activity implemented by Land O’Lakes Venture37. The PARE activity aims to improve the resilience capacities to enable households and communities to withstand recurrent shocks and stresses, while helping them experience increased food security. The purpose of PARE is to increase the resilience of households and communities in the Northern and Southern Resilience Focus Zones through the improvement of the livestock market system. Its three main objectives are to:




1) Improve productivity of the livestock sector in the resilience focus zones;

2) Increase the accessibility of inputs and services in the livestock market system; and

3) Improve marketing and private sector engagement in the sector.



The activity aims to advance livestock production (cattle, poultry, goats, sheep, eggs, and dairy) market systems and to diversify incomes to increase the resilience of communities in two Resilience Focus Zones (RFZ) - one is located in the southern region (South Department) and the other in parts of the north (North, Northeast and Plateau Central Departments). The Activity will address key opportunities and constraints to increase livestock productivity, facilitate private sector engagement, and manage environmental and natural resource considerations. PARE will build upon lessons learned from past USAID and other donor funded activities and will coordinate closely with existing and planned USAID and other development partner programs and will align with the Government of Haiti’s priorities.



About the Organization:

Land O'Lakes Venture37 is a 501(c)(3) non-profit committed to helping communities around the world thrive through agriculture. Affiliated with Land O'Lakes, Inc., Venture37 has more than 40 years of experience implementing agricultural development projects in more than 80 countries around the world. Venture37 strengthens economies by improving local agriculture, helping agribusinesses create jobs and linking farmers to markets. It delivers integrated solutions that help build and improve food and agriculture systems through more competitive markets, more resilient systems, healthier and more nutrition-secure communities, and more inclusive societies.

Position Summary:

The Communications Specialist is responsible for the design and implementation of the Haiti Programme d’Appui à la Rentabilisation de l’Elevage (PARE) Activity’s communications strategy. The Communications Specialist will be responsible for developing, managing, and implementing communications strategies and plan(s) to promote the activity to external audiences including USAID, the Government of Haiti, private sector stakeholders, and other local and international implementing partners. The position will be based in the PARE office in Cap Haitien and will report to the Chief of Party.




Primary Responsibilities:

- Develop communications materials and/or promotional materials for the activity; and design compelling success stories, communications and outreach material to varying audiences (e.g. clients, donors, private sector stakeholder, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), CSOs, etc.);
- Develop activity infographics, factsheets, one pagers, blog posts, success stories, press releases, presentations, case studies, etc;
- Develop and disseminate activity impact and “so what” communications materials targeted at specific stakeholder groups (e.g. citizens, youth, tech innovation, NGOs, etc.) for purposes of additional activity buy-in, scale-up, and sustainability;
- Identify opportunities for media outreach and enhanced audience engagement. Develop content (including storyboarding) external communications channels including digital, print, intranet, and social media platforms;

Required Skills and Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in journalism, communications, or other relevant area.
- At least five (5) years of professional experience in public relations, media, journalism, and/or online communications. Previous experience with USAID highly preferred.
- Excellent writing and editing skills with strong attention detail.
- Ability to effectively communicate complex information and develop impactful success stories and external facing communications materials.
Strong organization, project management, and prioritization skills.
- Excellent time management skills and ability to adapt in a fast-paced, changing environment.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to work with and communicate effectively with peers and staff from a variety of backgrounds.
- Capacity to work collaboratively and productively with professionals and subject matter experts.
- Fluency in French and Haitian Creole.
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills in English.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

- Master’s degree or equivalent in journalism, communications, or other relevant area.

CV, Cover Letter

To apply, follow this link:
https://lol.avature.net/Careers/JobDetail/Cap-Haitien-Nord-Haiti-Communications-Specialist-Haiti-PARE/1676

Email applications will not be accepted.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. No phone calls will be accepted.



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Land O’Lakes Venture37 is an equal opportunity employer and an organization striving to help global communities thrive through agriculture. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Our culture values a diversity of voices. So bring us your unique experiences, your workstyle, and your dreams — they’ll only make us stronger.

2023-05-27