Communications Associate

The Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL) is a global research center working to reduce poverty by ensuring that policy is informed by scientific evidence. Formed by a network of more than 750 academics around the world, J-PAL measures the impact of programs with randomized controlled trials and uses these results to influence the design of public policies. To date, the J-PAL network has carried out more than 1,640 evaluations in more than 95 countries.J-PAL organizes its work into three main areas:Research: We partner with donors to create initiatives that provide funding for research. We also implement RCT from data collection to data analysis.Public policy: We summarize the results of the investigation, create alliances, and provide technical assistance to governments.Training: We lead the executive training and develop a rigorous online education to build knowledge in the region.The local grounding of J-PAL is essential for its success. The seven regional J-PAL offices are located at leading universities on five continents. In the case of Latin America and the Caribbean, J-PAL LAC is headquartered at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (UC Chile). J-PAL LAC also has Memoranda of Understanding with Insper, for work carried out in Brazil, and with the Universidad del Valle de Guatemala, for work in Central America.In 2019, the founders of J-PAL, Esther Duflo and Abhijit Banerjee, won the Nobel Prize in Economics "for their experimental approach to alleviating poverty."Summary of the role:The primary responsibilities of the Communication Associate will center on leading the communication efforts of the project "Strengthening Learning and Child Development in Brazilian Preschools" with the support of J-PAL LAC's team.Responsibilities:Coordinate the project's communication plan.Manage the schedule, budget, deliverables, and expected outcomes of the communication plan.Collaborate with the team to create brochures, reports, PowerPoint presentations, and project result reports for investors, public leaders, academics, and nonprofit organizations.Edit academic texts to communicate in accessible language for audiences such as public leaders and nonprofit organizations, providing data on early childhood education in Brazil and evidence on interventions that promote learning and child development in preschools.Support communication and maintain continuous relationships with various stakeholders involved in the project (investors, public managers, municipal education networks, academia, and nonprofit organizations).Elaborate terms of reference, budget, and oversee contracted suppliers for creating the project's visual identity, name, key messages in accessible language, and PowerPoint presentation templates.Plan, coordinate, and execute six in-person events to mobilize approximately 70 education leaders from the education departments of municipalities in São Paulo, Mato Grosso do Sul, and Bahia, including invitations (RSVP), place selection, equipment, catering, and hiring and supervising suppliers.Elaborate terms of reference, budget, and coordinate suppliers for the capture and editing of audiovisual material in six municipalities in São Paulo, Mato Grosso do Sul, and Bahia.Systematically monitor the implementation of preschool programs in collaboration with municipal education networks, researchers, and program implementers, aiming to support the creation of content and propose communication products for knowledge dissemination.Propose structure, edit text, and oversee the layout of communication products (publications and infographics) that summarize the lessons learned from the implementation of preschool programs.Qualifications:Skills: good writing and oral communication skills to communicate scientific content in an easy way to be understood. Word, Excel, and PowerPoint at a user level. Professional level is considered an asset.Autonomy and style of work: The ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, meet deadlines, and work independently and purposefully is essential.Experience with Statistical packages: Not neededFamiliarity with impact evaluation methodologies: BasicMission alignment: We highly value experience in community organizing, activism, or engagements focused on bettering the lives of your community.This position is open to Brazilians or foreigners with work permit in Brazil.How to ApplyWhat to expect from this application process?As our team is made up of people from outside Brazil, questions in English can be asked during the interview process. In case you are not comfortable responding to them in English, please speak in Portuguese. We understand that most people in the region do not speak English and will take your personal history into consideration.If you are interested, please follow these steps:Please fill the following application form. You will be asked to answer relevant questions and upload a CV and a short motivation letter (both in one single PDF). You can send your materials either in English or Spanish.What is expected from your cover letter:One-page cover letter in the language you are most comfortable with, clearly stating your qualifications for the various responsibilities and the reasons for your interest in J-PAL. Feel free to share aspects of your life that might not be easy to spot on your CV but might make you a good candidate!What is expected from your CV:Ideally in 1-2 pages, in the language you are most comfortable with.Given the volume of applications received, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.Steps expected for shortlisted and final candidates:Screening interview - culture fit and alignment of mission: noTest: yesRound of interviews: yesFinal Interview: yesWe want to get to know you as a professional and as a human being. We also want you to succeed. You will be provided with all the necessary materials and information at each step of the way. We might also ask for additional information or add extra interviews. If that is the case, you will be informed as soon as possible, to be respectful of your time.The process exists because we believe that, in an unequal region like ours, not all people have the same chances, and, often, CVs are not enough to demonstrate talent and motivation. In addition, it is an opportunity for you to understand our work well. We believe that these two ingredients are the secret to a successful partnership.The team is also happy to accommodate your needs, to make sure you feel at ease during the process. Just ask us!
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