Writer and Technical Content Developer – consultancy

Writer and Technical Content Developer

Type – Consultancy

Location- Alexandria, VA

Reporting – Director of Programs

Current work authorization in the United States is required.

Position Overview

Nascent Solutions, Inc. (Nascent) is seeking a talented and experienced professional who is well-versed in creating thought-provoking and informative content that engages readers. The ideal consultant will be a knowledgeable correspondent and storyteller who can showcase Nascent’s capabilities and achievements and have solid experience in developing content for external audiences. He/she will demonstrate a good sense of what makes an exciting story and know how to leverage resources to think outside the box.

Company Brief

Nascent is an African women-led international development organization founded in 2004 with the mission of harnessing the creative entrepreneurial skills of target beneficiaries and strengthening their capacity to champion the development agenda of their communities. In the last 18 years, Nascent has mobilized resources and implemented food security, nutrition, education, and maternal and child health programs, impacting the lives of over 10 million people in several African countries. For more details, check www.nascents.org/jobs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Create consistent, meaningful content editing for social media (newsletters, blogs, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, etc.) to improve donor engagement and promote online campaigns.
• Draft talking points, presentation outlines, and articles for the CEO.
• Support proposal writing and proof of other materials for public consumption.
• Manage press release cycle and monitor trends for CEO communication.
• Write program success stories, generate front-page ideas in alignment with target audiences and support content-generating efforts
• Assist with researching, writing, editing, and reviewing capacity statements, blogs, proposals, newsletters, technical briefs, and website content optimization.
• Comply with copyright laws and ethical guidelines and stay current on best practices.
• Research industry-related topics by combining and sharing online sources, interviews, and studies with various departments.
• Edit and evaluate project deliverables and reports for quality before submission to the donor.
• Support internal publications, working with subject matter experts to ensure standards, goals, and expectations are met.

Required Skills, Qualifications and Attributes

• Master’s degree in journalism, communications, public relations, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience as a writer or editor required technical writing experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in English, editing, and proofreading skills, with samples of previous work or a portfolio, is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with content management systems and MS Office products.
• Experience in reporting on international development and humanitarian issues, as well as Sub-Saharan Africa experience, is a plus.
• An eye for detail, critical thinking, and the ability to multitask while prioritizing are key.
• Strong interpersonal skills, an active listener and critical thinker.
• Exceptional time management skills with the ability to deliver under tight deadlines.
• Demonstrate team player qualities and capacity to interact with staff and stakeholders.
• Readiness to undertake a broad range of tasks as necessary.
• Comfortable communicating across cultures and time zones.