Communications Specialist Job Vacancy at Abt Global
Job Description
The World at Abt
Solving the world’s most pressing issues and improving the quality of life for people worldwide is what we do every day at Abt Global. Creating a more equitable world is no small task, but we are driven by big challenges.
We are a team of 3,000+ people in over 50 countries working in unison and focused on the bigger picture. Only by sharing our commitment, energy, and innovation we affect change and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We welcome diverse ideas, backgrounds, and viewpoints – joining Abt means access to exceptional thinkers at the top of their game.
To thrive at Abt is to embrace flexibility and collaboration. Our open culture allows you to balance your work and personal life as needed to optimize personal well-being. Creating a more equitable world starts from within –we look after people around the world, and we’ll do the same for you.
Ready to embrace rewarding and meaningful work? Now’s your chance.
The Opportunity
Are you a communicator? A storyteller? Join the HETA team and help light up health care in sub-Saharan Africa. Abt Global leads the Health Electrification and Telecommunications Alliance (HETA), Power Africa’s flagship program to accelerate energy access and digital connectivity for health facilities across the continent. As a communications specialist, you will support the creation and dissemination of content through a new website, written materials, social media, events, and other efforts.
This is a full-time position, reporting to the HETA communications lead.
Core Responsibilities
- Support and coordinate the development of audience-focused communications and outreach.
- Provide concise and compelling written content for presentations, newsletters, social media, and other content to support HETA’s messaging priorities and overall programmatic objectives.
- Provide copyediting and formatting support for HETA documents and outreach materials, ensuring adherence to Power Africa and USAID branding and marking guidance.
- Post content to the HETA website, and track web analytics.
- Develop and send email marketing campaigns.
- Maintain and manage HETA’s distribution lists.
- Maintain and manage the HETA photo library.
- Work with Abt’s corporate Marketing & Communications team to identify opportunities to cross-share HETA stories that advance the company’s digital communications goals.
- Assist in planning and coordinating conference activities and webinars.
- Contribute proactively to a culture of information sharing and cross-team learning with HETA’s geographically dispersed team.
What We Value
- Minimum: Bachelor’s degree with 4-6 years of relevant experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, English, marketing, or another relevant field in addition to 5+ years of relevant experience is highly preferred.
- Demonstrated experience with social media platforms, email management software, and/or web content management tools, including MailChimp and WordPress.
- Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
- Skilled user of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of graphic design basics, with experience using Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, and/or similar tools.
- Familiarity with USAID, Power Africa, or other international development donors is required.
- Strong organizational and coordination skills; experience coordinating event logistics a plus.
- Experience working with remote or geographically dispersed teams a plus.
- Fluency in written and spoken English required; French, Portuguese, or Swahili are a plus.
- Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated appetite for learning.
What We Offer
We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits, flexible schedules, and professional development.
Abt Global Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply and work authorization is required.
Disclaimer: Abt will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.
