Since 1963 and in 148 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that designs and delivers technical and management solutions in agriculture, economic growth, and resilience to promote economic prosperity and social inclusion.

Reporting Specialist, Colombia

ACDI/VOCA is seeking a Reporting Specialist for the Youth Resilience Activity (YRA) in Colombia funded by USAID.

The Reporting Specialist (RS) contributes to key program communications efforts that ensure awareness and support for ACDI/VOCA Colombia’s programs supporting reconciliation, youth development, and ethnic empowerment. The position is based in Colombia.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to all aspects of the production process of internal and external programmatic reporting including work plans and quarterly, annual, and final reports for ACDI/VOCA’s primary funder, USAID
• Research and write program highlights and success stories in English for publication on internal and external ACDI/VOCA channels
• Translate memos, presentations, and other informational documents from Spanish to English (sometimes vice versa)
• Support efforts to systematize online information databases and streamline reporting processes
• Respond to urgent requests for information and deliverables, meeting deadlines and ensuring adherence to USAID’s requirements for reporting and writing style

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in social sciences, journalism, or communications
• At least four years of professional experience, preferably in the field of journalism, report writing, or translation
• Demonstrated experience in developing targeted reporting/communications tools and documenting program results for diverse cultural and social audiences, including donors, government officials, and other key stakeholders
• Experience working in developing countries, with experience in Colombia preferred
• Interest in contributing to Colombia’s socioeconomic transformation and development, particularly that of Afro-Colombian, indigenous, and youth populations
• Strong organizational skills and capacity for juggling multiple priorities
• Ability to work independently and under tight deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Native-level English speaker with Spanish language fluency