Public Relations /Technical Writer Coordinator

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is contracting with MWH Americas Inc (MWH) for a program of water and wastewater infrastructure improvements in the West Bank under Phase II of the Infrastructure Needs Program.MWH is seeking the following positions for a fulltime 12 –month assignment located in Ramallah, Palestine Territory.

 

Title: Public Relations/Technical Writer Coordinator
Location: Palestine-Ramallah
Job Category: Business Operations

Qualifications Sought:
-A Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, international development / relations, English, marketing, communications or related field is required.
-At least 10 years of experience working in public affairs or media relations, preferably in the Middle East. U.S. Government experience is preferable. Proven experience in website management, report writing, events planning and execution is highly desirable.
-Strong knowledge of principles and practices of public relations, media relations, journalistic writing and reporting techniques. Good understanding of the local environment and culture.
-Must have very strong written skills and analytical capabilities, including the ability to write high-level creative, analytic and reporting documents, as well as correspondence in English.
-Must be able to prepare precise and accurate reports and to develop and present briefings.
-Superior oral and written communication skills in English are required
-Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain high-level contacts with a host country government, donor organizations, bilateral and multilateral agencies, and private-sector organizations is necessary.
-Must have native English level of fluency (spoken and written). Arabic is preferable but not required.
-Must have legal residency status or valid local work permit.

Required Abilities and Skills:
-Strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to balance working well in a team environment with initiative, creativity, and independent ability to carry responsibility are also necessary.
-Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse context are required

The deadline for receiving CVs and cover letters is June 10th, 2010. Only candidates that meet the minimum requirements will be considered for interviews and contacted. Send a typed CV in ENGLISH along with a cover letter addressing all Qualifications sought to the following
email address: [email protected].

EEO/AA/M/F/V/D - MWH considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, creed, color, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship or other basis in accordance with federal, state or local laws or regulations