12._Director,_Communications.docx

Position:

Communications Director

Position Objective

The Communications Director leads and manages all communications efforts for MCA-Mongolia and the compact, including events, media and stakeholder outreach, and public information campaigns, develops and implements a robust communications strategy. He/she develops strong relationship with the media, serves as the official spokesperson for MCA-Mongolia and the compact, and develops media opportunities for MCA-Mongolia and MCC officials.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Lead and manage all communications efforts for MCA-Mongolia and the compact, including events, media and stakeholder outreach, and public information campaigns.

· Develop and implement a robust communications strategy including outreach to local and national media, government officials, stakeholders and other audiences relevant to the success of projects throughout the life of the compact.

· Develop strong relationship with the media. Serve as the official spokesperson for MCA-Mongolia and the compact. Develop media opportunities for MCA-Mongolia and MCC officials.

· Coordinate closely with MCC Resident Country Mission and MCC Headquarters on communications strategy and plan and any high profile issues. Coordinate high profile efforts with the US Embassy.

· Manage stakeholder relations by building, maintaining, and leveraging a good network of contacts to facilitate and/or promote the program. Develop and implement strategic plans to ensure meaningful engagement in planning, monitoring, and evaluating the program (the latter in coordination with the MCA M&E Director).

· Collaborate with the M&E Director and project Directors to issue timely bulletins (ie, blogs, reports, newsletters) to stakeholders and target groups furnishing them with information about the program.

· In conjunction with the MCA CEO and relevant directors, develop and implement an outreach strategy to establish internal reporting mechanism to ensure examples of private sector participation in the compact and to effectively communicate private sector successes, as well as publicize opportunities.

· Oversee public consultation sessions and stakeholder engagement, in coordination and collaboration with Environment and Social Performance and Gender and Social Inclusion staff at MCA-Mongolia, and in a manner consistent with IFC Performance Standards and the MCA Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS).

· Ensure public access to information on MCA-Mongolia and compact activities, including on upcoming MCC-funded procurement activities. Develop and implement market outreach activities for procurements when relevant.

· Manage implementation of MCC branding guidelines.

· Manage and direct the development and maintenance of the MCA-Mongolia website. Manage social media activities.

· In collaboration with the MCA M&E Director, communicate progress to results as per the M&E plan.

· Prepare speeches and talking points for the MCA CEO and other senior staff on public speaking engagements.

· Lead organization and management of small- and large-scale events to highlight compact activities.

· Monitor and liaise with the media to ensure that accurate information about the program reaches the public domain.

Requirements (Education, Experience, Technical Competencies)

· A Degree in Communications, Journalism, Community Development, Business Administration or related field (advanced degree preferred).

· Approximately ten (10) or more years of relevant working experience in strategic communications and community and public outreach, approximately three (3) years of which should be at a senior management level.

· Ability to think strategically and manage projects.

· Experience working with national and local media; previous on-the-record experience.

· Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in managing public information campaigns.

· Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in crafting and delivering messages to diverse stakeholders.

· Strong computer skills (MS Office, Internet)

· Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (English and Mongolian), both orally and in writing, plus the ability to develop, maintain, and engage a broad range of contacts in the public and private sectors of Mongolia.

· Experience working with international organizations or donors a plus.

This Position Description is subject to revisions/updates as necessary to ensure alignment to the organization’s strategic direction and structure. Revisions to the description are subject to applicable Human Resources policies and procedures, and official versions of each Position Description are maintained by Human Resources.

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