Sr. Specialist, Strategic Communications

Panagora Group is a dynamic woman- and employee-owned small business and social enterprise dedicated to providing high-quality, high-impact international health, development, and learning services. We deliver market-based, integrated, and locally led solutions that strengthen country capacity; and learning, communications, and technology solutions to accelerate and heighten impact. Using novel, innovative, and highly participatory approaches to mobilize community, civil society, and government commitment in defining and owning solutions, we promote inclusive development to benefit all groups.

Panagora seeks an experienced Sr. Specialist, Strategic Communications to implement our external communications strategy, including supervising the Communications Associate, and working closely with the Corporate Communications Director, our CEO, and executive team. The ideal candidate will have 7-10 years of relevant experience in communications. Successful candidates will have experience providing strategic leadership to realize organizational goals through engaging and creative storytelling, messaging, and branding. The Sr. Specialist will have demonstrated experience working for other USAID and other donor-funded implementing partners working in international development and will be familiar with industry trends, issues, and associations.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Director of Corporate Communications, CEO, and executive team to define and refine key strategic priorities and drive external corporate messaging that is aligned with Panagora’s corporate goals, with a strong focus on thought leadership, storytelling, and brand positioning
• Collaborate across departments to gather storytelling ideas and support the development of stories that highlight Panagora’s expertise, services, and successes, ensuring alignment with strategic communications objectives
• Proactively identify opportunities for Panagora to be featured in relevant external publications, including industry journals, media outlets, and thought leadership platforms
• Monitor industry trends and incorporate insights into communication strategies to maintain relevance and competitive advantage
• Champion Panagora’s narrative by developing compelling messaging that elevates the company’s visibility and enhances its position in the market
• Provide guidance on crafting compelling external messaging and storytelling techniques, helping staff to articulate Panagora’s impact, mission, and vision.
• Manage and mentor the Communications Associate, fostering professional growth, providing guidance on strategic communications, and ensuring high-quality execution of deliverables
• Create branded materials, ensuring consistency with the company’s vision, mission, and strategic communications objectives
• Ensure consistency in messaging and tone across all communication channels
• Support projects as needed with direct communications support