Communications Specialist

South Africa remains at the center of the global AIDS epidemic and has one of the world's highest burdens of tuberculosis (TB). An efficient and effective health supply chain that improves medicine availability is critical to addressing that disease burden. With this in mind, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) launched the Global Health Supply Chain Program Technical Assistance (GHSC-TA) in South Africa in September 2016. The program provides technical assistance to the South African government to strengthen public health systems and supply chains to advance an AIDS-free generation and contribute to achieving universal health coverage.

GHSC-TA provides technical assistance directly to the National Department of Health, as well as to the Pharmaceutical Services directorates of the Provincial Departments of Health. The program's overall aim is to assist the government with improving access to, and availability of the medicines and medical devices needed to prevent and treat HIV/AIDS, TB, and associated conditions and disorders.

Timing and Level of Effort

This contract will be for a part-time position up to 75 days in the period of o/a April 1, 2023 to September 30, 2023. Significant LOE (up to 100%) will be required in April 2023 and July 2023.

Reporting and Communication

The MEL Specialist will report to the Banyan Global HO Project Manager and GHSC-TA Program Manager.

Place of Performance

The MEL Specialist will be based in Pretoria, with a mix of remote and in-person work. Travel throughout South Africa may be required.

The Communications Specialist will support external communications for GHSC-TA, with a focus on written communications products. Specific responsibilities will include

• Draft success stories, technical briefs, and other communications and learning products in close coordination with project technical staff.
• Edit and format project reports and other deliverables.
• Format posters, presentations, and other communications materials.
• Other communications-related tasks as assigned by the supervisor or GHSC-TA project leadership.
• Bachelors degree in communication or a related field.
• Minimum three years of experience in external communications; experience in communications for international development and/or health programming preferred.
• Proven writing and editing skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas in a clear and engaging style.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work within deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interact professionally with culturally diverse staff, clients, and consultants.
• Experience with graphic design software preferred.
• Experience with USAID branding and marking requirements preferred.