Descripción de la Oferta

GENERAL STATEMENT OF PURPOSE OF CONTRACT: The Information Officer will be part of the Front Office (FO) tasked with the implementation of a reporting and information management strategy, including gathering data and reporting on events and responses, writing field updates for office and headquarters staff, and helping the Communications Team and other Mission offices produce fact sheets, briefing checklists, speeches, updates, annual reports, and other information products for internal and public use. The Information Officer will be required to develop a deep understanding of USAID/Honduras’ mandate, structure, response requirements, operations, and policies, as well as becoming well-versed in the host country program’s goals and objectives, daily operations, funding mechanisms, staff, consultants, and partners, as well as the hazards and vulnerabilities, political context, and USG relations with host government entities.

OPEN TO: All applicants must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Resident Aliens in order to be eligible for consideration.

PRIOR WORK EXPERIENCE: Five years of progressively responsible experience in related fields, including experience in the preparation, or editing of written documents for public distribution and consumption. Experience with assessment, analysis, or reporting on the results of projects, events, or an organization’s accomplishments. Familiarity with the use of social media or presentation tools such as MS PowerPoint for professional purposes is also required. Previous work experience with a USG or another international development organization is highly desirable.

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, or related field. Applicants possessing higher level degrees are also encouraged to apply.

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY: Excellent English writing and speaking ability is required. These requirements may be tested through written and/or oral evaluations. Level IV (fluent) English and Level III (working knowledge) in Spanish, both oral and written, is required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE: Requires some knowledge of international development work or familiarity with government operations. Also requires knowledge on the professional presentation of information in a manner that makes it clear and accessible to an audience. Knowledge on gathering information from available studies, publications, or other sources and on clearly presenting or describing such information.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Must possess excellent writing, editing, and verbal communications skills and have exceptional ability to understand and communicate details about USAID and USAID’s 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 and be able to work well as a team member. Must be capable of working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. Must be capable of learning quickly and able to apply such knowledge in support of USAID objectives. Professionalism is required at all times and especially when representing USAID while establishing and maintaining relationships with representatives of partner organizations and other outside contacts. Proficiency in using Microsoft Office and Google Suite. Familiarity with presentation or specialized software such as MS Power Point of Adobe Creative Cloud software.

Offers must be sent to TEGUCIGALPAHR@usaid.gov.

Offeror submissions must clearly reference in the e-mail Subject Line the following: SOL-72052223R00004”.

You can find instructions on how to apply and more information on the USAID/Honduras website:

Experiencia Requerida

Educación Superior

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