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RTI International is a nonprofit organization headquartered in the Research Triangle Park in North Carolina that provides research and technical services.
Job Description
Reports to: Communications Specialist
Job Summary
Communications is an essential component in the overall “Feed the Future” goal of promoting global food security, poverty reduction and improving nutritional outcomes through agricultural interventions; given the need to continuously share information with key stakeholders in the industry. As such, the Communications assistant will support the Communication Specialist to oversee the internal and external KCDMS communication functions in the following main areas:
Essential Duties
The Communications assistant shall undertake roles that contribute to the KCDMS communications objectives, specifically;
2. Take on roles as assigned by the Communication Specialist and or MEL Director with regards to Development Communications support. This includes
The Communications Assistant shall undertake any other relevant roles as assigned by the Communication Specialist, and the MEL Director.
Minimum Required Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, PR, Mass Media, Information Science and 1-year experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Skills & Abilities
Job Description
Kenya Crops & Dairy Market Systems (KCDMS) Activity is part of Feed the Future program, America’s initiative to combat global hunger and poverty. In this regard, USAID is partnering with RTI International on a 5-year cooperative agreement (KCDMS Activity) to help increase agricultural production and reduce poverty and malnutrition in Kenya. The project will also spur competitive, resilient market systems in Kenya’s horticulture and dairy sectors.
Job Summary
The administrative assistant coordinates all administrative procedures of KCDMS Nairobi Office. S/he communicates with and supports the project by working closely with the operations manager. S/he maintains regular contact with staff in the Nairobi office to ensure that the project receives support in the specific functional areas of the role. S/he is aware of procurement and administrative procedures in all activities.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Coordinate teams’ travel with accredited flight agencies, car rental companies, hotels and other suppliers.
Minimum Required Education & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in administration/Office Management and 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Skills & Abilities
Skills and abilities required to perform the essential job duties of this job are listed below. An addendum that clarifies additional skills and abilities for incumbents in this job may be used in addition to this description
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