The Development Outreach and Communications Specialist (Events Coordinator) is in the
USAID/Moldova Program Office (PRO), the Development Outreach and Communications (DOC)
unit, and reports directly to the Senior DOC. The incumbent’s primary contacts will be with the
members of the DOC unit, with only occasional contact with the Mission’s senior leadership,
and the incumbent will coordinate closely with administrative-level staff in the Mission to
support USAID/Moldova events. The primary purpose of the position is to work with the
respective technical offices to plan, schedule and execute public events and activities; and
support the development, monitoring, and improvement of Mission outreach tools including
social and digital media. The incumbent will prepare schedules and briefing materials in
collaboration with technical offices, participate in site visits, field trips, and media events. The
incumbent will ensure inclusivity in communications and outreach, including diversity of
accessibility and perspectives.

2. Statement of Duties to be Performed
1. Events Coordination and Planning (30%)
Working in close collaboration with administrative staff in the Mission’s Executive Office and in
technical offices, and following established guidelines and defined best practices, will plan and
execute public events, including conferences, workshops, meetings, and other gatherings. Will
administer office processes to ensure that the USAID/Moldova’s programs and activities are
communicated effectively to target audiences to build relationships with stakeholders, promote
USAID/Moldova’s work. Responsibilities will primarily involve following predetermined processes
and checklists to ensure successful events.
a. Work with program or activity staff to identify event goals and objectives and develop and
manage event timelines.
b. Liaise with IP administrative staff and Mission administrative assistants to ensure that all
necessary arrangements are in place for each event.
c. Coordinate with other members of the DOC unit to develop and implement marketing and
promotion strategies for each event.
d. In consultation with the Senior DOC, troubleshoot any problems that may arise during events.
e. Maintain and distribute the event calendar for USAID/Moldova.
f. Serve as the DOC unit’s main point of contact for the procurement office on contracts with
vendors and management of the vendor relationship.
g. Draft press materials for events.
h. Generate drafts and make recommendations regarding social media coverage of events.
2. Social Media Management (30%)
a. In collaboration with the Senior DOC and with the Mission’s Digital Development Advisor, as
appropriate, participate in the design, development, production and management of all Mission
social media platforms and products. Make recommendations about the development of a social
media strategy in line with the Mission’s Country Development and Cooperation Strategy (CDCS)
and Mission Communications Strategy that is tailored to specific platforms (Facebook, Instagram
and other platforms as needed) to reach various audiences. Under the supervision of the Senio