COMMUNICATION AND KNOWLEDGE SHARING SENIOR ASSISTANT

INTRODUCTION TO GGGI

The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page.

GGGI has a diverse portfolio of programs in developing countries around the world. These in-country programs, together with global products and services, focus on delivering results through an integrated approach of evidence-based green growth planning and implementation aligned to countries’ development priorities. The organization also focuses on knowledge development and management activities, which build a strong theoretical and empirical basis for green growth, while providing concrete options and guidance for policymakers, as well as building the conditions for public and private green infrastructure investments.

GGGI’s Caribbean portfolio currently includes county programs in the Dominican Republic and Guyana as well a program supporting Eastern Caribbean States managed out of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission in Saint Lucia. All GGGI’s Caribbean programs provide embedded advisory support to member governments aimed at developing effective policies and strategic plans and mobilizing sustainable finance for implementation of priority plans and projects.

POSITION SUMMARY

As a member of GGGI’s Eastern Caribbean country office, the Communication and Knowledge Sharing Senior Assistant will support the implementation of audience centric communication and knowledge plans focusing on brand visibility, impact and insight storytelling and knowledge sharing.

He/she will be based in Castries, Saint Lucia, and report directly to the Eastern Caribbean Program Officer with additional supervision from the Caribbean Representative, the Regional Communications Senior Associate and Project Managers as support will be provided across Eastern Caribbean projects. As part of GGGI’s global team, the Communication and Knowledge Sharing Senior Assistant will interact with the GGGI’s and the OECS Commission’s experts to fulfill the objectives of the program. S/he will work on a multidisciplinary team of professionals, including GGGI staff and consultants.

PURPOSE

The Communication and Knowledge Sharing Assistant will support GGGI’s Eastern Caribbean Office by developing and implementing communication and knowledge sharing plans that effectively promote the achievements, lessons learned and impacts of GGGI-supported projects. The role involves brand visibility, content creation, digital and social media management, event support, and liaising with stakeholders to enhance public awareness of GGGI’s work in the Eastern Caribbean. Additionally, he/she will be responsible for supporting the GGGI’s communication and Knowledge Sharing strategy for the office.

ENGAGEMENT

The Communications and Knowledge Sharing Assistant is expected to:

• In close coordination with the Eastern Caribbean Program Officer, the Caribbean Representative, the Regional Communications Senior Associate, implement a communication and knowledge sharing plan to enhance the public awareness of GGGI in the Eastern Caribbean

• In close coordination with the various project managers and their respective teams provide all communication support to the projects

• Engage government and private sector stakeholders at various levels in support of communications and knowledge sharing initiatives

• Build a strong collaborative working relationship with the Communication and Knowledge Sharing Unit in the Regional Office and at HQ and ensure the smooth implementation of communication, branding guidelines and policies.

• As a member, actively engage with Global Communication Team, support global and regional communication and knowledge sharing efforts.

  In this context, GGGI seeks a Communications and Knowledge Sharing Senior Assistant who understands the Eastern Caribbean/OECS circumstances and socio-environmental norms, to communicate the work that the GGGI does effectively.

  DELIVERY

  • Support the design of the GGGI Eastern Caribbean communication and knowledge sharing plan.

  • Responsible for development of promotional materials including project fact sheets, reference sheets, country brochure.

  • Ensure content in GGGI Eastern Caribbean office webpage is up to date.

  • Develop high-quality written and visual content, including news articles, press releases, social media posts, case studies, and success stories, to showcase the impact of GGGI’s work in a creative audience centric manner and ensure effective dissemination of these.

  • Create multimedia content, including photos, videos, and infographics, for use in reports, websites, and social media as per donors and GGGI’s guidelines.

  • Ensure all communications and knowledge sharing materials adhere to GGGI’s branding guidelines and reflect GGGI’s values and strategic objectives.

  • Based on data and research, support the creation of creative social media content and support audience growth, monitor performance for adjustments.

  • Monitor and respond to comments and messages on GGGI’s social media channels and support efforts to build community engagement.

  • Work with regional and global colleagues to track digital metrics and prepare reports on social media performance to improve and optimize engagement strategies.

  • Build and maintain relationships with local media, government communication teams, project partners, regional organizations and other stakeholders to amplify GGGI’s messages.

  • Coordinate press coverage for GGGI events, activities, and project launches, including drafting press releases and organizing media briefings.

  • Assist in planning, executing, developing materials, managing media and capturing highlights for all events, workshops and consultations.

  • Document best practices, lessons learned, and success stories from GGGI’s projects for knowledge-sharing purposes.

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  • Prepare regular reports on communication and knowledge sharing activities and outcomes, including digital metrics, stakeholder engagement, and media coverage.

  • Liaise with the OECS Commission’s Communications and Information Management Units to enhance GGGI’s visibility within the Commission’s staff and member states

  • Ensure that knowledge products adhere to GGGI guidelines and policies, including reports and case studies, to be shared with partners and international audiences.

  • Support the alignment of all communication and knowledge sharing with GGGI’s and donors’ branding guidelines, and ensure visual identity aligns with GGGI’s identity and message.

  • Following existing GGGI global guidelines, manage country program publication including proofread, design, and assist in publishing and wide dissemination of these.

  • Uphold GGGI’s values on Inclusiveness and ensure the integration of gender and social inclusion in all communication and knowledge sharing initiatives.

    REQUIREMENTS

    QUALIFICATIONS

    • Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Environmental Studies, or a related field.

    • Preferably at least 3 years of experience in communications, preferably with an environmental, development, or international organization.

    • Fluency in English communication and report writing skills are mandatory.

    • Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and engagingly

    • Experience in social media management, including content creation, engagement, and analytics.

    • Experience in creating high-quality knowledge sharing products.

    • Proficiency in graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) and multimedia content creation.

    • Knowledge of sustainable development, environmental issues, or green growth is a plus.

      FUNCTIONAL

      • Ability to manage relationships with media and stakeholders.

      • Creativity and proficiency in producing multimedia and visual content.

      • Effective event coordination and organizational skills.

        CORPORATE

        • Understand and actively support GGGI's mission, vision, and values.

        • Process and share information easily.

        • Be able to lead where needed and provide solutions to project-level challenges.

        • Manage emotions and stress positively, build rapport, and resolve conflict easily.

        • Promote the optimum use of public resources.

        • Promote an organizational culture of trust, transparency, respect and partnership.

        • Promote creativity and innovation among staff.

          WORKING CONDITIONS

          The COMKS Senior Assistant, is an X5 grade level in GGGI’s Saint Lucia salary scale. The salary range for the position starts at USD 24,097 per annum, depending on qualifications, experience and internal equity. GGGI provides 15% of base salary towards retirement plan/long-term savings, 27 days of annual leave, and private health insurance that covers dental and vision.

          GGGI is committed to providing a work environment that is sufficiently flexible to accommodate diverse life-cycle challenges and assist Staff members to achieve a better balance between work and personal/family commitments, thus ensuring high performance, long-term productivity, and well-being of Staff members.

          Child protection – GGGI is committed to child protection, irrespective of whether any specific area of work involves direct contact with children. GGGI’s Child Protection Policy is written in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child.