POSITION: Senior Communication Specialist 

• Provides expert advice and guidance to Program Office and Bureau leadership on IPI and Agency communications and engagement processes and procedures and leads communications and engagement activities and processes in relevant areas of expertise.
• Reviews and supports clearance of communications and relevant materials for IPI or other portfolios as assigned to ensure consistency with Agency and IPI messaging, policy, and procedures. 
• Conceptualizes, develops, and leads implementation of IPI communications strategies and activities, including top-line messaging, marketing materials, and communications tools
• Writes, edits, and oversees the production and dissemination of strategic communication materials, including but not limited to online feature stories, blog posts, case studies, fact sheets, presentations, and video scripts.
• Manages the editorial process and pipeline, including sourcing and pitching story ideas and editing content. 
• Assists in drafting social media content. 
• Monitors development news, trends, and best practices, and translates into actionable content. 
• Supports the management and growth of an active community of practice using a variety of internal and external channels (e.g., newsletters, webinars, live events, online platforms, etc.) and leveraging a mix of communication resources (e.g., toolkits, case studies).
• Develops online content for and manages external and internal web platforms. 
• Acts as liaison between IPI operating units and the Bureau for Legislative and Public Affairs and IPI and Agency front offices in communicating Agency policies and procedures, priorities, and guidance related to internal and external communications and engagement activities.
• Other duties as assigned

• At least ten years of experience and a M.A./M.S. degree preferably in communications, international development, business, economics, public policy, or a relevant field.
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a complex communications portfolio(s)
• The ability to obtain a current “Secret” clearance

• Staff working on this effort must possess the ability to obtain a current “Secret” clearance.
• Requires compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794d); USAID Graphic Standards (available at www.usaid.gov/branding), USAID Mission & Core Values (available at http://www.usaid.gov/who-we-are/mission-vision-values) or any successor branding/mission/core values policies.

• Full-time - 40 hrs/week
• Telework eligible - 3 days/week in office

• Washington, DC - 
• Travel - Limited to No International and Domestic Travel

THE KENJYA-TRUSANT GROUP, LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business that was established in 2015 as a merger between The Kenjya Group, Inc. and Trusant Technologies, LLC. Our mission is to implement, support and protect the nation’s advanced technology systems, business processes and high-technology facilities. Working with the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, the Intelligence Community, state and local governments, and commercial clients, Kenjya-Trusant provides cyber protection, information technology, engineering, construction management and acquisition support services. We are a small company with big company benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, Bonus Potential, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off, and a culture of teamwork and continuous learning. Come grow with us!