Senior Communications Officer

Posted 5 months ago

Position: Senior Communications Officer

Reports to: Communications Manager, Ciheb-Kenya

Location: Nairobi

Overview of the Job Description

The Senior Communication Officer will play a crucial role in supporting the development and implementation of effective communication strategies for Ciheb-Kenya projects including CONNECT, ENTRENCH, PACT Imara, TRACK, KENPHIA II, and providing cross cutting support for other Ciheb Communications needs. This role requires a dynamic and creative individual with experience in strategic communications, graphics design, media relations, and content creation to enhance the visibility and impact of Ciheb Kenya’s programs.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Developing and implementing effective communications strategies to guide implementation.
  • Documenting Ciheb-Kenya programs through photos and videos.
  • Conceiving, developing, and distributing online, print, and digital communications materials, including project briefs, fact sheets, publications, slide decks, infographics, and presentations.
  • Researching, writing, and editing announcements and news articles to report ongoing and upcoming work and achievements.
  • Creating and posting content to the website, developing social media posts, and managing social media content.
  • Creating, managing, and distributing online communications through email and internal and external communications platforms.
  • Developing media schedules for radio and tv content and ensure timely engagement and airing of the media content.
  • Develop and implement a monitoring plan to monitor all media activities such as social media, print, audio, and TV.
  • Assisting with the planning and execution of events.
  • Cataloguing and managing creative assets, including photo libraries, publications, signage, event collateral, and other materials.
  • Copy editing and proofreading materials for internal and external distribution.
  • Ensure that all communications and marketing material align with brand standards.
  • Maintain digital media archives, including photos and videos.
  • Respond to media inquiries and perform media outreach to achieve brand placement in publications.
  • Develop escalation protocols for managing communication crises, should they arise.
  • Supporting Ciheb-Kenya teams with communications needs and requests.

 Qualifications:

  • A bachelor’s degree in strategic communications, media, communication or related field. Masters degree is a plus.
  • Three years of experience in Communications, preferably in an international development or public health organization.
  • Demonstrated experience in project management for communications.
  • Excellent writing, editorial and project management skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex technical/scientific language for the web and other audiences/platforms.
  • Understand the best practices of main social media channels including Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, etc
  • Strong communicator who works well independently and with a team.
  • Superior time management skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator is a requirement.
  • Strong presentation skills and ability to do graphic layout and designs.
  • Understanding of communications, public relations, and marketing best practices.
  • Ability to think strategically and identify ways to improve communication efforts.
  • Strong interpersonal and coordinative skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

If you meet the above qualification, kindly send your application that includes a cover letter and an updated CV including names of three professional referees to CIHEBKENYA_Recruitment@cihebkenya.org on or before 31st July 2024. Applicants are advised to include the title “Senior Communications Officer” on the subject line.

The Center for International Health, Education and Biosecurity (CIHEB) — Kenya is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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