Communications Officer Job, Current Kenyan Communication Jobs 2023,
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, write, and edit HIAS Kenya public and communications materials, including press releases, statements, fact-checking, Q&As guidance notes, briefing notes, fact sheets, newsletters, blog posts and social media content.
- Promote communication and publicity materials of HIAS Kenya through appropriate media channels.
- Track analytics and create reports detailing successes and failures of communication campaigns.
- Ensure that all communication and marketing materials align with HIAS brand identity and donor standards.
- Work with Communication and Program team members to conceptualize and implement communication strategies, campaigns and other initiatives.
- Provide technical guidance to HIAS Kenya program staff in developing Information Education and Communication (IEC) material.
- Respond to media inquiries, handle interview requests and perform media outreach.
- Develop escalation protocols for managing communication crisis, should they arise.
- Perform market research and analyze the HIAS Kenya’s audience and its needs.
- Create and maintain a robust relationship with the media to promote the organization image.
- Develop and maintain a database of journalists, reporters, media and other related organizations.
- Coordinate promotional events and news conferences, press releases and exhibitions.
- Monitor and respond to feedback from the media and the public about HIAS on traditional and digital channels.
- Ensure that digital marketing content aligns with HIAS brand identity and purpose and adheres to official brand guidelines.
- Participates in ongoing development of HIAS Kenya’s communications strategy and training of staff in communications best practices.
- Contributes to HIAS Kenya’s internal communications, including drafting talking points, reports and others.
- Maintain up to date of matters and issues pertaining to the country under the area of expertise to provide advice and updates to the country office.
- Collaborating with the Country director, fundraising specialist and program managers to send funders newsletters, and to promote on-site tours.
- Coordinate with the HIAS HQ Communications department to share relevant content, ensure message alignment, participate in HIAS global campaigns, and maximize social media impact.
- Maintain up to date of HIAS communications policies and guidelines.
- Performs other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in communication or journalism or other relevant field.
- 2-3 years of prior experience creating digital content and managing communications campaigns, working in media or marketing, experience in the humanitarian sector is preferable.
- Strong communication skills both oral and written as well as analytical skills.
- Ability to work well independently and with a team.
- Understand the best practices of main social media channels including Facebook, Twitter Instagram, LinkedIn and other digital platforms.
- Ability to compose engaging and accurate media content.
- Superior time management skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint essential).
- Knowledge of photo and video editing and design software is an asset.
- Understanding of communications, external relations, and advocacy best practices
- Avid reader with a keen eye on laws, Policies and issues affecting Persons of Concern at the National and Global level.
- Knowledge of Accountability to Affected Populations
- Knowledge of PSEA
How to Apply
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