IFAD-Project Implementation Unit
Program Management Unit (PMU)
Ministry of Agriculture Annex
University of Liberia Campus, Fendell
Post Title: Knowledge Management and Communication Assistant(1)
Reports to: Knowledge Management and Communication Officer
Programme Management Unit (PMU),
Ministry of Agriculture
Primary Location: Monrovia
Start Date: December 1, 2019
Contract Period: One (1) year renewable
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Key results expected / major functional activities include:
Specifically, the Knowledge Management and Communication Assistant will:
• Develop and implement a knowledge management system and communications plan for the project.
• Develop communication materials like project briefs, brochures, short articles and press kits to promote the
project;
• Support the documentation of planning workshops and trainings, expert group meetings, forums,
consultations and other activities related to the project;
• Maintain and produce original content for online outreach platforms and social media channels, including
the MOA website, blogs, Facebook groups and Twitter;
• Consolidate and develop the process documentation of the project and the development of
knowledge/communication materials for targeted users/audiences.
• Provide technical advice on knowledge sharing activities to maximize the events as a means to replicate the
good practices done and share the lessons learned from the project communities;
• Assist the Knowledge Management and Communications Officer in consolidating and preparing the
required progress reports of the project.
Competencies
• Strategic thinking and organizational development: Personal influence.
• Demonstrated Leadership: Lead by example and initiate and supports change.
• Learning, sharing knowledge and innovating: Challenges, innovates and contributes to a learning culture.
• Focusing on clients: Contribute to a client-focused culture.
• Problem solving and decision making: Solves complex problems and makes decisions that have wider corporate
impact.
• Managing time, resources and information: Coordinates wider use of time, information and/or resources.
• Team Work: Fosters a cohesive team environment; able to foster and build team spirit, focus and engagement at
all levels.
• Communicating and negotiating: Acquires and uses a wide range of communication styles and skills.
• Building relationships and partnerships: Builds and maintains strategic partnerships internally and externally.
Technical/Functional competencies:
• Effective Negotiator and Communicator with proven ability to build and nurture contacts among mainstream
media. Ability to work effectively with others to meet mutual goals; build networks, listen and communicate
effectively to engage others.
• Innovative Performer able to generate innovative solutions, assess risk, make decisions and accept consequences.
• Leader able to combine strong management, organizational and leadership skills with insight, seeking continual
improvement and collaborative engagement within the team; able to achieve results through motivating people and
influencing partners.
• Planner/organizer able to meet tight deadlines in a high-pressure and high-energy environment; flexible and able
to multi-task.
• Strong analytical skills.
Qualification and Experience
• University degree (Bachelor’s Degree) in Communications, Journalism or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years directly relevant experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of communications and knowledge management principles.
• Experience using graphic design software such as CORAL Draw.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in establishing and managing relations with media.
• Experience managing social media, including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram.
• Ability to manage multiple demands and prioritize tasks, work effectively and collaboratively with diverse
stakeholders, and support other team members as needed.
• Enthusiasm, commitment to learning and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• An understanding of gender and women’s economic empowerment is an advantage.

All Interested and qualified applicants should address their applications including letter of interest along with Curriculum
Vitae and copies of relevant Diplomas/Certificate to the below address via email: Kindly indicate in the email subject,
the Title of the position you are applying for.
Recruitment Team
IFAD Projects PIU
Programme Management Unit Ministry of Agriculture Email: ifadrecruit@moa.gov.lr or apply through the system below
Deadline for submission of Applications: October 31, 2019 at 5PM GMT
QUALIFIED WOMEN ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY