General Statement of Purpose of the Contract:

The Economic Growth (EG) engages with public and private sector actors to reduce poverty, unemployment, and vulnerability to climate change—all leading drivers of food insecurity and irregular migration. The portfolio includes funding for agriculture and nutrition programs under the U.S. Government’s global hunger and food security initiative, known as Feed the Future (FTF), as well as funds earmarked for climate change adaptation and biodiversity conservation. The EG Office also manages funding to spur job creation in non-agriculture sectors of the economy, such as tourism, and to connect Hondurans with temporary job opportunities in the United States and other countries through the Government of Honduras’ Temporary Work Abroad Program.

Given this dynamic and complex portfolio, the EG Office requires the support of a Knowledge Management (KM) Specialist to help with written internal communications products, including but not limited to: Briefing Check Lists (BCLs), fact sheets, memos, and other information products. The EG Office also requires support to synthesize technical information from a variety of sources into easily understandable English language written products. The incumbent will develop complex materials and documents in English on technical or EG-related areas and must have skills or experience producing international communications materials. Additionally, the Knowledge Management Specialist will provide monitoring, evaluation, and learning support to the team when needed.

Education: A bachelor's degree in the field of journalism, communications, international relations, business/public management, or related field is required. An additional four (4) years of progressively responsible and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a formal university degree.

Prior Work Experience: At least five (5) years of progressively responsible work experience, preferably in areas that include knowledge management, English language writing/editing, journalism, public relations, communication, and/or outreach. Prior experience with a U.S. Government Agency or international development organization is preferred.

Language proficiency: Level IV speaking/reading/writing in English and Level II speaking/reading/writing in Spanish are required. These requirements may be tested through written and oral evaluations.

Job Knowledge: The Knowledge Management Specialist must perform a wide range of tasks to promote cross office learning and programmatic success. The Knowledge Management Specialist should be able to obtain information gathered through broad and balanced input and then rapidly analyze information, evaluate data, and prepare technical documents, often explaining complex concepts in layman's language. The Specialist should have knowledge of knowledge management systems and practices, including Collaborating, Learning, and Adapting tool and techniques. The Specialist should have knowledge of capacity building techniques and facilitation methods, especially for adult learners. The Specialist should have broad knowledge of US government structures and foreign policy objectives. Knowledge of Economic Growth programming in a development setting and/or U.S. Government development initiatives is preferred.

Skills and abilities and other requirements: S/he must be able to communicate effectively in writing and verbally in English to participate in discussions and meetings. S/he should have the ability

to work independently, manage competing deliverables and self-motivate while also employing strong organizational skills to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team. The incumbent must be proficient in computer desktop publishing and able to execute all computer applications (spreadsheets, graphics, charts, tables, etc.) needed to complete the final documents. Must have the ability to interact effectively and tactfully with internal and external counterparts. Strong organizational and facilitation skills are required to be able to manage, coordinate, and navigate large amounts of complex information quickly.

See https://www.usaid.gov/honduras for additional information on USAID’s work and programs. 

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

Offers must be sent to [email protected]. 

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

Offeror submissions must clearly reference in the e-mail Subject Line the following: “KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST - SOLICITATION No. 72052224R00001” 

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