General Statement of Purpose of the Contract:

The USAID/Honduras’ Democracy and Governance Office seeks to hire a U.S. Personal Services Contractor (USPSC) to fill the position of a GS-12 Communications and Information Management Specialist. The Communications and Information Management Specialist will develop and support a strategic approach to DG Office data collection, analysis and synthesis, and reporting on and responding to inquiries regarding DG portfolio performance and the DG context in Honduras, and produce high-level documents for the internal and external audiences. The Communications and Information Management Specialist will also manage DG-related VIP visits and public outreach, this includes working closely with State Department colleagues, including the U.S. Ambassador in DG events she will participate in as the keynote speaker or participant. Meeting position responsibilities will require a deep understanding of USAID/Honduras’ mandate, structure, response requirements, operations, and policies; being well-versed in the Honduran context for democracy development, good governance and citizen security; having the ability to function effectively and with minimal supervision and guidance in a challenging, dynamic, fast-paced, often politically-sensitive work environment; and developing productive, collaborative relationships with colleagues in the DG Office, in USAID/Honduras’ Development Outreach and Communications (COMMs) Office, the Embassy Public Affairs Section and Political and Economic Section.

Education: Bachelor’s degree with significant study in or pertinent to the specialized field,

including but not limited to international relations, political science, journalism, communications,

data analytics, social studies, social science, law, or related field is required.

Prior Work Experience: Three to five years of progressively responsible experience in related fields is required, including experience in the preparation, or editing of written documents for public distribution and consumption. Such experience must also include a program and project development focus and include on-the-ground field work in needs assessment, analysis, or reporting on project/program/activity operations. Understanding and use of social media for professional purposes is also required. Previous work experience with a USG or another international development organization is highly desirable.

Language proficiency: Level IV English and Level III in Spanish, both oral and written, is

required.

Job Knowledge: Requires knowledge of, and interest in international development work. Needs to have broad knowledge about the Honduran local/national culture and socio-economic context and more detailed knowledge of the context for democratic development, good governance, citizen security or international development. Working knowledge of communication theory and practice, and data analytics is required. Must have thorough knowledge on information gathering input from a broad range of sources; rapidly analyzing information, evaluating data, and preparing and disseminating technical documents or information products. Knowledge relevant to setting up visits and organizing events is another requirement. Knowledge of the structure and workings of the U.S. government is desired.

Skills and abilities and other requirements:

- Must possess excellent writing, editing, and verbal communications skills and have

exceptional ability to grasp details within a complex and dynamic development portfolio. Must

also be able to communicate complex concepts to different audiences and through different

formats (print, online, audio-visual).

- Must possess strong interpersonal skills, be flexible and adaptable to changing

circumstances and cross-cultural settings and have the ability to multitask and work under

tight deadlines in an extremely fast-paced and collaborative environment.

- Must be a fast learner and be a creative and innovative professional who is organized,

results-driven, a self-starter, and with the proven ability to work with teams.

- Tact, diplomacy, and discretion are critical, especially when communicating with people at all

levels and when establishing and maintaining collegial relations with outside contacts, while

also exercising sound judgment when/if representing the USG.

- Must have the ability to perceive, anticipate, and adapt to changing circumstances, and to

understand complex and politically sensitive issues.

- Must have proficiency in using Microsoft Office and Google Suite, web-based applications, as

well as have familiarity with more specialized software and equipment, e.g. Adobe Creative

Cloud software.

Note: All our positions are of indistinct age and gender.

This position is open to U.S. Citizens or U.S. Resident Aliens

SUBMITTING AN OFFER

a) Eligible offerors are required to complete and submit a complete and signed Application Form AID-309-2 “Offeror Information for Personal Services Contracts with Individuals”. Incomplete AID 309-2 forms will not be accepted and therefore will not be considered for this solicitation.

b) Most current Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume. The CV or resume must contain sufficient relevant information to evaluate the application in accordance with the stated selection criteria. Broad general statements that are vague or lacking specificity will not be considered as effectively addressing selection criteria.

c)Offers must be received by the closing date and time at the e-mail address specified in the cover letter of this solicitation. To ensure consideration of offers for the intended position.

All e-mail submissions must contain the Solicitation Number, SOL-72052224R00002, in the subject line.

Offers must be sent to [email protected].

You can find instructions on how to apply and more information on the USAID/Honduras website: https://www.usaid.gov/honduras/work-with-us/careers

CLOSING DATE: April 10, 2024