Job Description

Green Powered Technology (GPTech) is a global sustainable energy and infrastructure consulting firm passionate about engineering and energizing a sustainable future. We are a close-knit team of highly qualified technical and development professionals dedicated to making a lasting impact for realizing a sustainable future.
Providing comprehensive services for the entire project lifecycle, we deliver solutions to help clients save money, enhance operations, protect the environment, and achieve sustainable impacts. We are a trusted partner for delivering sustainable solutions through ongoing engagement and continuous improvement. GPTech is a signatory to the Global Compact and supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals with an emphasis on providing technical support in the areas of Affordable and Clean Energy; Climate Action; Sustainable Cities and Communities; Clean Water and Sanitation; and Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.
As a small business, we are proud of our big results. After just 13 years in business, GPTech has successfully supported more than 100 projects for over 30 clients in over 65 countries, with no sign of slowing down. Today, we are one of the worldxe2x80x99s leaders in employing innovative energy and engineering solutions to sustainably manage the earthxe2x80x99s resources and meet societal needs. Visit www.greenpoweredtechnology.com for more information. Green Powered Technology (GPTech) is seeking a consultant Writer: to provide support to the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Power Africa Communications Service (PACS) contract. The PACS program provides a wide variety of communication services in support of USAIDxe2x80x99s Power Africa's efforts. In providing these services, GPTech interacts with Power Africa staff, other partners supporting Power Africa, and Power Africa implementing partners.

The Writer will craft communication materials, assisting the Power Africa implementing partner in crafting and editing a variety of publications, including speeches, briefers, press releases, fact sheets, success stories, outreach-related items, and talking points. Materials will largely be focused on Power Africa and the energy infrastructure sector and beneficiaries of energy-related programs in sub-Saharan Africa and will be for various communication platforms, including websites, print (including training materials and large-format exhibit displays), video, and social media (such as human-interest blogs and LinkedIn articles). The position will be based in Gauteng, South Africa.


Responsibilities:

• • In coordination with GPTech and Power Africa, act as a writing consultant to collaboratively develop clear, creative concepts and writing deliverables. Provide direct services, often under a tight deadline.
  • Conceptualize, develop, and deliver writing solutions for a wide variety of projectsxe2x80x94for internal and external information products, in both electronic and print mediaxe2x80x94including, reports, talking points, blogs, events, presentations, newsletters, exhibit/signage, and content for the Power Africa website.
  • Provide overall editorial input for communications materials, content, and visuals.
  • Remain current on Power Africa programs and priorities in the region.
  • Monitor and coordinate final drafts of program documents and outreach materials with relevant stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• • Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, international development, or a related field from an accredited college and 5 years of experience in journalism, technical writing, public relations, or speech writing
  • Proven experience in disseminating information to a variety of target audiences
  • Strong editing skills and attention to detail
  • Experience crafting informational messages in various media formats (e.g., social media posts, website stories, factsheets, newsletters), targeting a wide variety of audiences
  • Knowledge of standard principles, methods, and practices of communication and information management to design and implement public events and outreach materials preferred; solid understanding of websites required
  • Familiarity with USAIDxe2x80x99s Writing Standards required
  • Superior judgment and ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines, sometimes with limited supervision
  • Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple competing priorities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Excellent computer skills, including working use of MS Office

Thank you for applying and for your interest in Green Powered Technology. Only qualified candidates selected for further screening will be contacted. Candidates will be evaluated continuously. All are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as employment may be contingent upon a successful background check, security clearance, and/or customer approval.

The physical demands and work environment that are described in this position description are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

This position description is a summary of the essential functions and requirements of this position. This document is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties and requirements of the position; at any time, the employeexe2x80x99s manager may assign other duties as related, or as otherwise deemed appropriate and necessary, within the general scope of the role, without the need for additional compensation.

Green Powered Technology is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourages diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons, in all facets of the employment process. Green Powered Technology prohibits the discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, parental status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.