Requisition/Vacancy No. 98842BR
Position Title Communications, Learning, and Knowledge Management Coordinator
Job Category International Development
Business Line Government
Office Region Africa
Office Location KEN – Kenya
Why Choose AECOM? Imagine working for a truly global company whose 45,000 employees share a singular passion: to make the world a better place. We enjoy what we do at AECOM. We bring projects to life in the cities and communities in which we work, and we’re driven by a set of values and a common purpose — to create, enhance and sustain the world’s built, natural and social environments. Innovation is built into every project we manage and every community we serve. We’ll provide you support in an environment that allows you to grow and succeed. Come share your passion with us.
About the Business Line Government
AECOM’s Global Support Services (GSS) organization resides within AECOM’s Government business line and is comprised of three divisions — International Development, Operations and Mission Support, and Global Programs. GSS has the international presence, personnel networks and procurement infrastructure to deliver support for any mission, anywhere. We optimize the reliability, availability and sustainability of equipment, logistics systems and facilities for clients around the world. GSS supports the U.S. Government, non-U.S. Governments and industry clients with worldwide program management, planning, design, operations and maintenance, logistics, aviation services, security, international development, environmental and civil engineering and mission and intelligence support.
Job Summary Provides overall technical expertise on strategic communications, outreach and advocacy to local government and stakeholders, with technical experience in developing and implementing communications plans in culturally, politically, and security sensitive environments. The Communications, Learning, and Knowledge Management Coordinator will be the key contact for coordination of all the learning and knowledge management components of the contract. His or her duties must include but not be limited to planning and overseeing the implementation of learning and knowledge management activities, mobilizing experts to respond to task requests, furnishing the required reports to USAID, and meeting with the COR and activity managers as necessary. A key component of the Coordinator’s position will be supporting Somali counterparts in their communications, learning, and knowledge management capacity and outreach.
Minimum Requirements ‐ Technical leadership, capacity, and experience to provide vision, direction, and leadership to learning and knowledge management activities.
‐ An advanced degree in a relevant field, such as peace‐building, international development, international affairs, law, business, communications, social work, journalism, knowledge management, adult learning, instructional design and teaching, or a related area.
‐ At least five years of progressively responsible work experience the area of knowledge management.
‐ Two or more years of experience working with online communities and web‐based systems for knowledge sharing and/or collaboration.
‐ Familiarity with the key principles of post‐conflict development, peacebuilding, statebuilding, and/or resilience.
‐ Demonstrated the ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
‐ Experience facilitating host‐country ownership of communications and outreach products, and building capacity of colleagues and counterparts on communications practices.
Preferred Qualifications ‐ Somali language skills preferred, but not required.
What We Offer AECOM is a place where you can put your innovative thinking and business skills into high gear and work alongside other highly intelligent and motivated people. It’s a place where you can apply your skills to some of the world’s most challenging, interesting, and meaningful projects worldwide. It’s a place that values the diversity of our areas of practice and our people. It’s what makes AECOM a great place to work and grow. AECOM is an equal opportunity employer and Minorities, Females, Veterans, and Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. For further information, please click here to view the EEO Is The Law poster.
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