The Financial Sector Reform Activity (FSR) in Ukraine is a five-year program funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and managed by DAI Global LLC (DAI). The purpose of the activity is to transform the country’s financial sector into a sophisticated, well-functioning, competitive market that is aligned with European Union (EU) standards and integrated into international financial systems. This transformation will mobilize private finance for sustained economic growth in Ukraine.

The FSR is looking for candidates to fill in the STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS EXPERT / DEPUTY STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR position.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

The Strategic Communications Expert/Deputy Strategic Communications Director will be responsible for development and implementation of the integrated communication and public outreach campaigns both digital and offline within the FSR and/or with partner organizations; day-to-day communication of the FSR project with its’ partners and general public; development and management of surveys made by the FSR contractors; content creation together with other team members.

OBJECTIVES AND DUTIES:

     •   In cooperation with counterparts, clients, partners and FSR experts, lead the creation and the implementation of an integrated communication and public outreach campaign on financial issues.

     •   Translates objectives and messages into creative ideas.

     •   Determines the most effective mix of tools and channels to deliver messages to target audiences. In cooperation with technical experts, writes articles, stories and other content that conveys FSR messaging and narratives.

     •   Tracks the progress of campaigns and monitors their effectiveness, adjusting them as needed.

     •   Uses data and feedback from campaigns to improve new campaigns and projects.

     •   Drafts RFPs and creative briefs, based on campaign/event/project parameters.

     •   Manages project teams, ensures timely implementation and delivery.

     •   Participates in trainings and other communication capacity building activities for FSR beneficiaries, clients and partners.

     •   Contributes to developing communication strategies, campaigns, plans, generates ideas and solutions to ensure that strategic communication drives the achievement of FSR goals and objectives. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

     •   Degree in public relations, communications, marketing, journalism, media management, or a related field. Alternatively, a degree in finance / sociology / economics.

     •   At least 8 years of professional experience in communication, with emphasis on integrated communication campaigns.

     •   Experience with financial organizations (banks, fintech projects, insurance companies, credit unions, etc.) is strongly preferred. Fluency in English and Ukrainian

     •   Excellent writing skills in both languages.

     •   Outstanding people management skills.

     •   Ability to grasp complex concepts and translate them into engaging ideas that are easy to understand.

     •   Creative mindset, able to identify opportunities to engage with the general public as well as specialized audiences on financial issues.

     •   Ability to build and develop productive relationships with stakeholders and partners.

     •   Ability to work under pressure, manage uncertainty and thrive on change.

     •   Unwavering commitment to ethical values and principles of communication.

Please submit Cover Letter and CV to [email protected] by November 1, 2022