SENIOR TECHNICAL ADVISOR - CASCADE

Job Summary The CASCADE (CAtalyzing Strengthened policy action for healthy diets and resilience) program aims to strengthen the implementation of existing national nutrition‑related policies in Benin, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, Nigeria, and Uganda. The goal is to improve food security and reduce malnutrition for at least 5 million people, focusing on women of reproductive age, young children, and adolescents under fifteen. The CASCADE consortium consists of CARE Netherlands (prime), CARE USA, and the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN). The program has two strategic objectives: to increase access to and consumption of healthy diets and to increase households' resilience to economic and climate change‑related shocks across the six countries. Following a recent proposal to the MFA for a one‑year costed extension, the role of Knowledge Management, Learning, and Communication (KMLC) Senior Technical Advisor (STA) has become critical. The STA will develop, lead, and ensure the strategic effectiveness of the program’s messaging and results sharing. The KMLC STA provides strategic vision and leadership for knowledge management and learning across the multi‑country CASCADE program, ensuring learning is captured, synthesized, and translated into compelling evidence‑informed products that influence policy, strengthen practice, and amplify impact. Key responsibilities include leading the development of editorial standards, storytelling approaches, and knowledge‑sharing systems that connect country implementation to global learning and policy influence, and building country and technical team capacity to communicate CASCADE’s results effectively. Responsibilities Strategic Leadership and Capacity Strengthening for Knowledge Management, Learning & Communication Provide overall vision and direction for CASCADE’s knowledge management, learning and communication agenda across six countries. Lead implementation of the program’s KMLC Strategy, prioritizing high‑impact products and influence pathways. Ensure alignment between learning questions, documentation efforts, and donor reporting requirements. Identify emerging learning themes and guide synthesis across countries to elevate program‑level insights. Supervise three global communications and learning staff and build a supportive KMLC team comprising the global team and communications experts in the six CASCADE country programs, as available. Build capacity of country teams to document and communicate learning effectively. Develop practical tools, job aids, and training sessions on: Writing for influence Story development Knowledge capture methods Presentation skills Mentor communications staff and short‑term consultants. Foster a culture of reflective practice and adaptive learning across the program. Documentation of Learning and Evidence Synthesis Design and oversee quality systems for capturing implementation learning from country teams, including structured reflection processes. Translate complex technical content into clear, compelling, policy‑relevant formats. Lead development of reliable, easy‑to‑use content focused on strategic priorities: Case studies Policy briefs Technical synthesis papers Donor‑facing impact summaries Web and digital content Ready‑to‑use concept notes and fundraising materials Credible and vetted statistics Consistent quality, look, and voice of KM products AI readiness for KM products Tailored products to engage externally, raise money and influence the sector Ensure cross‑country learning is consolidated into program‑wide knowledge products. Guide the development of high‑quality storytelling that centers women’s voices and highlights transformative impact. Ensure aligned content across departments for monthly themes and use needs. Ensure aligned products to annual CARE KML goals. Strategic Storytelling Across Formats & Editorial Standards, Digital Strategy, and Quality Assurance Develop a storytelling framework that positions CASCADE as a leader in women‑ and girls‑centered and community‑led policy change for nutrition. Oversee development of communication products, including: Social media campaigns Infographics Webinars Conference presentations Ensure evidence is translated into narratives that influence policymakers, donors, and implementing partners. Advise country teams on adapting stories for different audiences (local, regional, global). Establish and maintain program‑wide editorial standards and style guidance in line with CARE’s standards. Establish and lead an editorial review process–coordinated with the CARE KM teams—for all external‑facing products. Develop templates and product guidelines to improve efficiency and quality. Ensure consistency in branding, messaging, and compliance with donor requirements. Provide substantive editing to strengthen clarity, structure, and persuasiveness of technical products. Provide strategic oversight for CASCADE’s digital presence, including website and social media. Coordinate with and through CARE USA’s and CARE Netherlands’ social media and communications teams and platforms to integrate CASCADE into communications calendars and priorities. Ensure content is curated strategically, not reactively. Develop segmented communication strategies for different stakeholder audiences. Track reach, engagement, and evidence of influence to inform adaptive communication approaches. Ensure that all KM products are AI ready and responsive. Knowledge Management Team Participation and Products Participate in Knowledge Management Team meetings, Community of Practice, and one‑on‑one meetings with the KM team lead. Engage with KM capacity‑sharing and expertise‑building opportunities. Bring consistency to KM approaches: Create a single KML team with service delivery expectations and cost‑management structure. Align content with the strategic priorities of Respond, Sustain and Rise strategic pillars (signature programs). Ensure consistent quality, number, look and voice of strategic KML products for CARE’s programs and signature programs. Align KML products with Evidence & Learning and Content & Marketing teams, including Common Approach Catalogue. Build CARE’s KML efforts to elevate KM at CARE and build vibrant KML approaches. #J-18808-Ljbffr International Executive Service Corps