Solidarités International Reporting / Communications Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Job Title: Reporting / Communications Officer 

1 Position
 

Reference Position (according to Solidarités’ scale): Officer
 

Country and base of assignment: Kenya / Nairobi

Desired start date: 01/02/2015
 

Duration of financing for post: 1 year
 

Source of financing for post: ECHO/EU/OFDA/UNICEF
 

Duration of the mission: 1 year
 

Status / allowances and salaries: As per salary grid
 

Place of work: Nairobi duty station with frequent field visits to Kenya and Somalia (minimum 50%)
 

2. Objectives:
 

2.1 Context of the position: Solidarites International joint Kenya / Somalia mission was opened started in march 2007. SI has been directly implementing programs mainly in South and Central Somalia. In 2014 mission includes operations in one region in Kenya (Marsabit) and 3 regions in Somalia (Gedo, Lower Juba and Galgaduud).
 

This is a new position created to improve the quality of reporting and proposal writing and therefore alleviate the work load of technical coordinators. It will also help improving in house capacity building and training on reporting and proposal writing issues as well as developing the mission’s communication strategy.
 

The Reporting/ Communication Officer will be under the supervision of the Deputy Country Director for Programs and will work closely with the field teams – Field Coordinators, Programme Managers – and with the coordination programme team – WASH and Food Security/Livelihoods Coordinators. 

He/she will work with the Head of Mission on developing the communication strategy and drafting the Mission annual strategy.

 He/She will work with HoM on training plan for field bases.

2.2 Specific objectives

1. The Reporting / Communications Officer (RCO)’s primary role is to produce and synthesize high quality reports and proposals, in close coordination with the CD, DCD programs, program coordinators, field management teams of Somalia mission and the Desk program manager.
2. The Reporting/Communication Officer (RCO) will be involved in monitoring on-going projects in cooperation with M&E assistant. He/She will be also involved in cross-checking data collected in assessment reports and triangulating information used to design proposals.
3. The RCO will be involved in designing a communications strategy for an internal and external audience, in addition to communicating the mission’s successes and stories internally and externally.
4. The RCO will be responsible for training senior colleagues in Nairobi and the field in i) consolidating reports between units and preparing them in a more conducive manner for the targeted audience, ii) identifying communications opportunities and improving the quality of photos, videos, community engagement for reflecting the needs and responses in the communities.
5. The Reporting/ Communications Officer (RCO) will be in charge of training program managers and field coordinators in drafting donor-based reports and consolidating relevant information, depending on the audience and the type of reports.

3. Profile Sought:
 

Education:

• Master’s degree preferably in social sciences, international relations and/or development or other relevant discipline

Experience:

• At least 1 year of related work experience, preferably for an International Non-Governmental Organization (INGO) at headquarter or on the field in Programme departments;
• Experience in working in Somalia, preferably being based inside of the country and working with international NGO
• Successful experience in reporting and contributing to proposal writing;
• Experience in direct implementation of programs in Somalia and establishing relationship with communities will be an asset
• Experience in training and capacity building;
• Experience in designing communication strategies and preparing communication materials
• Skills and/or experience in reporting on WASH and Food Security/ Livelihood activities are an asset.

Technical Skills and Knowledge:

• Good knowledge of donors’ reporting guidelines (ECHO – OFDA);
• Good knowledge of the Project Cycle Management;
• Excellent organizational skills: ability to work independently & productively in a fast-paced environment;
• Excellent writing skills in English,
• Ability to synthetize information;
• Good interpersonal and communication skills: ability to effectively liaise with a variety of people in a multi-cultural environment;
• Good computer skills : MS products (WORD, EXCEL, Power Point, Publisher), Internet

Languages:

• English: Fluent with excellent writing capacities
• French: Fluent with excellent writing capacities
• Somali: Fluent with excellent writing capacities

Other desirable qualities:

• Flexible work attitude and proactive
• Creativity and energy to implement new approaches
• Ability to work productively in a team environment;
• Strong capacity to work with initiative and without close supervision;
• Ability to work independently, set priorities and meet deadlines;
• Fast learner, multitasking;
• Ability to deal with heavy workload and constantly reassess priorities.

4. Context of the Post :
 

Brief overview of SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL work in the country: Solidarites International has been operational in Somalia since 2007. SI main areas of intervention are WASH and Food Security. In Kenya, SOLIDARITES has field base in North Horr. Resilience and WASH project are implemented in Marsabit county, with funding from EU and DFID. 

In Somalia, SOLIDARITES has field bases in two regions: Gedo with offices in Mandera (on Kenyan side), Luuq and Elwaq and in Galgaduud with offices in Adaado and Abudwak. Projects are focusing on WASH and food security. SI secured funding form ECHO, OFDA, CHF and UNICEF. At the time of the writing of this job description SI is also considering opening activities in other locations.
 

How the mission is organised:
 

The coordination is based in Nairobi. The Field Team dedicated to Somalia Programs is based in Dadaab and Mandera in Kenya, close to the Somalia Border. Kenyan field office is in North Horr.

Insecurity in Somalia does of course affect our presence on the ground. This situation has deteriorated lastly, affecting all humanitarian activities of all humanitarian actors, and incurring real difficulty of access.

The Kenya/ Somalia mission does not follow a classic set up. There are two different missions followed by the same coordination team. Kenya and Somalia contexts are different. External actors (INGOs, LNGOs, donors, authorities, forums, etc.) are completely separated for Kenya and Somalia missions: it therefore multiplies the workload of the coordination team.

Specific context of the area in which the expatriate will be working
 

Main Working Location: Nairobi with 50% travel to Somalia/Kenya field bases. Nairobi is a relatively safe city, although precautions must be taken. Main risks are from vehicle accidents, mugging, and vehicle hijackings.
 

Current Field Visit locations and their security context:
 

a) Dadaab/Dhobley: Operational base for Lower Juba. Significant security issues. Very few extra professional activities possible. Several other NGOs present. Curfew at night. Base is basic.
 

b) Adaado: Operational base for Galgaduud. Significant security issues. Very few extra professional activities possible. Several other NGOs present. Curfew at night. Base is basic.
 

c) Mandera/Dollow: Operational base for Gedo. Significant security issues. Very few extra professional activities possible. Several other NGOs present. Curfew at night. Base is basic.
 

d) Other locations inside Somalia, where travel might be needed (i.e. Galckayo, Mogadishu, Dollow, Luuq, Elwak, Abudwaq, Kismayo, Garowe)
 

How to Apply:
 

Send a cover letter and CV to the following email address: jobapplication@solidarites-kenya-som.org. 

Please indicate the job title in the email subject line. 

Deadline for applications: 05th January 2015. 

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview.
 

Solidarités International is an equal opportunities employer

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Corporate Affairs General Manager Job Vacancy - Communications Authority of Kenya

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) is the regulator of the ICT Industry, mandated with licensing and regulating Telecommunications, Postal/Courier and Broadcasting services.

The Authority is also responsible for managing the country’s Frequency Spectrum and Numbering Resources, and facilitating the development of E-Commerce.

The Authority invites applications to fill the following vacant position:-
 

General Manager (GM) - Corporate Affairs

Salary Scale: B1

Ref. No CA/2/GMCA
 

Key Responsibilities
 

Reports to the Director General with the following key responsibilities:

• Facilitate the delivery of CA’s Mandate by working towards a harmonious climate for CA’s service delivery.
• Provide strategic direction on stakeholder management, government relations, facilitate consumer awareness, incubate and harness public good will.
• Monitor the industry for efficient and competitive delivery of services as well as keep tabs on market development with a view of facilitating ICT for development.
• Play a key role in advocacy, international relations in order to foster strategic positioning of the Country in the international arena.
• Provides strategic direction and leadership in the overall management of all matters pertaining to ICT market analysis, research, competition, and tariffs.
• Oversee the analysis of the economic, socio-cultural and market challenges facing the communications sector and develop policy and regulatory guidelines in line with CA’s strategy.
• Provide guidance in the development and institutionalisation of policies, pertaining to Corporate Communications and Consumer Affairs with a view of ensuring efficiency, effectiveness and improvement of service delivery and operations.
• Evaluate the impact of Government and Authority’s policies on users, businesses and the national economy.
• Provide recommendations to guide policy-making, government planning and the development of the regulatory framework in the industry.
• Provide leadership and oversee planning and implementation of CA’s communications  strategies relating to both internal and external affairs of the Authority.
• Provide avenues by which consumer issues on communication service can be registered and investigated.
• Oversee statistical reports pertaining to ICT sector performance and dissemination to stakeholders.
• Consults and cooperates with other governmental and other stakeholders on the provision of communication services.
• Provide leadership in creating a distinguished and well positioned CA Brand.
• Oversee CA corporate publications.
• Strategic media relations.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication, Public Relations, Business Administration, Media Studies, or Relevant area.
• A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Fifteen (15) Years relevant work experience, Seven (7) of which must be in a Senior Management Position.

How to Apply

If you believe that you are the right candidate for any of the above positions and you can clearly demonstrate you meet the criteria, please submit your application with a detailed CV stating your current position, email and telephone contacts quoting the reference number on your application letter.

Candidates will be required to submit Certificate of Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) , Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) and Certificates of Good Conduct from Criminal Investigations Department (CID).

CA is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

All applications must be submitted by post or hand delivered so as to reach on or before 14th January, 2015. 

Applications should be addressed to:

The Chairman
Communications Authority of Kenya
CA Centre
Waiyaki Way
P.O. Box 14448-00800
Nairobi

Website: www.ca.go.ke

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NCPD Advocacy & Communication National Programme Professional Personnel Job in Nairobi Kenya

Vacancy No: VA/FPA/KEN/007/2014
 

Post Title: National Programme Professional Personnel (NPPP) (Advocacy & Communication)
 

Post Type: Service Contract (SB-4)
 

Duration: 1 year
 

Background: UNFPA is seeking to recruit a National Programme Professional Personnel (NPPP) (Advocacy & Communication) to join the Communication, Advocacy and Public Education (CAPE) team at National Council for Population and Development (NCPD). 

We are looking for an individual who is creative, organized, highly motivated, and results-oriented and effective communicator. 

The selected individual will be based in Nairobi at NCPD head office reporting to the Director General through the Deputy Director-CAPE.
 

Duties and Responsibilities
 

The NPPP will be expected to ensure clear and consistent population and development programme messages are delivered to all key target audiences in a timely manner.

In particular, he/she will primarily be responsible for developing and implementing media engagement strategies for all population and development related programmes as guided by the National Advocacy, IEC and SBCC Strategy for Population and Sustainable Development.

Specific Responsibilities will include:

• Work with the NCPD – CAPE Division and KEMEP team to develop strategic relationships with key national and international media and Networks, to ensure comprehensive coverage of FP/RH, Population and Development activities;
• Liaise with NCPD Public Relations Office on matters of NCPD corporate communication and protocol issues.
• Implement the National Advocacy, IEC and SBCC Strategy for Population and Sustainable Development and other strategies focusing on bringing research evidence to decision-makers;
• Develop press and communication materials for various media events; • Develop targeted IEC materials
• Work with various teams within NCPD to develop opinion editorials for local and international print media as part of population advocacy;
• Seek and secure opportunities for NCPD and other partners to write regular columns in high profile media as well as ensure they are regular expert contributors in television stations;
• Write and edit web-based information materials in order to maintain and update NCPD online communication (website and social media). This includes writing and editing blog articles.

Qualifications and Experience
 

The ideal candidate should be a team player with the following qualities:

• A Master’s Degree in Development Communication, Journalism or related field. Candidates with additional qualifications in either demography, population or development studies will have added advantage;
• At least five (5) years post-qualification experience in communication, writing and content creation and media relations.
• Demonstrable computing skills in desktop publishing
• Demonstrable track record in media engagement;
• Familiarity with communication approaches for planning, executing, and monitoring communications strategies;
• Excellent written and verbal communication;
• Ability to work independently in mobilizing media coverage and producing quality communication material;
• Demonstrated willingness to work as part of a team;
• Networking, interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills coupled with resourcefulness, initiative and maturity of judgment.

Application Procedures
 

Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications may send their Curriculum Vitae to email address: kenya.recruit@unfpa.org by Friday 02 January 2015, quoting the post title on the subject line.

Applications received via other means will not be accepted.

Employment at National Council for Population and Development is guided by the principles of the constitution and guidelines in force from time to time.

The UNFPA is an equal opportunity employer and women are encouraged to apply.

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Social and Digital Media Internship Vacancy in Nairobi Kenya

The Social and Digital Media intern will play an active role in the development of Jacaranda Designs / Africa online community. The intern will maintain Jacarandas’ presence on various social media platforms and help create and publish content that is relevant to our customer base.

He/She will regularly analyze and report on the activity on social media networks as well as ensure Jacarandas website is maintained up to date.

He/She will also maintain Jacarandas’ archive of digital images, videos and other content. The intern will learn how to reach communities, and promote events or programs through the Internet and gain experience in social media platforms and the tools used to assess their performance.

Main Jobs Tasks and Responsibilities

Social Media

• Updating Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Linkedin, Instagram and all other relevant SM platforms
• Actively respond to posts or comments to bring value to users’ interaction with Jacaranda and all it’s initiatives
• Proactively post updates, news, announcements, events, comments using appropriate content and language
• Research on articles, stories, and any other content that would be relevant to our client base and post it on our Social Media pages in a manner that it invites conversation and interaction.
• Ensure to keep Jacarandas’ online presence remains up to date with relevant videos, photos and other content
• Grow Jacarandas’ online social networks by increasing fan-base and interactions
• Undertake any other Social Media tasks as assigned

Digital Media

• Take pictures and videos of events to be developed into content for the Jacaranda website and Social Media pages
• Upload and store photos and videos in the appropriate repository
• Complete digital media tasks as assigned

Analytics and Reporting

• Make use of Analytics tools to assess, measure and monitor activities and trends on all Jacarandas’ online presence
• Review data on the performance of social media platforms and adjust plans and strategies to optimize reach

Requirements

• Creative self starter comfortable with both taking initiative and working in collaboration
• Detail oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills o Available to work at least 15 hours per week
• Familiarity with mainstream social media platforms including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Linked In, Instagram, Pinterest, and YouTube.
• Experience with Microsoft and Apple Mac applications, basic photo editing and video editing software, and Internet browsers.
• Experience with Photoshop and InDesign a plus

Candidates should maintain a positive attitude under pressure, exhibit a strong work ethic, and enjoy working with a wide range of personalities.

Most importantly, the candidate should be flexible and willing to take on multiple tasks in a startup environment.

This internship will benefit someone who is interested in marketing, communication, education, community development, and audience

How to Apply

Email: cv@dumaworks.com with the Title ‘Social & Digital Media Intern’

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Kenya Markets Trust Public Relations Agency Expression of Interest Request

Kenya Markets Trust (KMT) is a trademark of the Market Development Trust established in 2012 in response to a growing understanding of the importance of market “systems” as a mechanism for economic growth and poverty reduction. 

KMT aims to create inclusive opportunities for the poor through market transformation. KMT will achieve its objectives by facilitating the realignment of the incentives, capacities, relationships and rules, which govern how markets work. 

KMT wants to intensify its public awareness so as to share lessons learnt and programme progress. 

KMT’s Communications Unit is therefore seeking the services ofPublic Relations Agency to strengthen its communication function.

The main objectives of engaging a PR Firm are;

• To increase awareness of KMT’s work externally and thus increase visibility for the organisation and its programmes
• To strengthen KMT’s visibility and image among external stakeholders
• To support KMT’s networking activities
• To build KMT’s staff communication skills so that they can communicate externally and represent the organisation effectively

The agency is required to have the following skills and experience:

• At least five years progressive experience carrying out PR activities for renowned organizations
• An organization which has carried out PR activities for non profit organizations will have an added advantage
• Proven experience in the area of public relations and awareness especially in agribusiness
• Availability and willingness to travel to various parts of the country when needed.
• Ability to work in close coordination with the communications department and other team members within the organization.
• Skilled and experienced staff in the area of public relations/communications/public affairs
• Willingness to work in a participatory and inclusive manner
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to work in a participatory and inclusive manner
• Interested firms or individuals should submit the following by 17th December 2014 at 5.00 pm:
• A Job Proposal that includes:

1. A technical proposal stating how the firm intends to undertake the specified assignment with clear timelines.
2. A financial proposal indicating consultancy fee (lump sum fee) and a breakdown of expenses (unit price together with any other expenses) related to the assignment.
3. A Letter of Interest, stating why you consider yourself suitable for the assignment
4. Summaries of selected work carried out for previous clients
5. Work references with contact details (e-mail addresses) of referees

• CVs of key lead staff highlighting previous experiences in similar projects/organizations;
• Description of any professional equipment and software that will be used during the assignment.

Interested eligible bidders may obtain further information from, 

Kenya Markets Trust 

14 Riverside, Cavendish Block, 

3rd Floor, Suite B, Riverside Drive. 

T: (+254) 2588343/ 2588323/444582/4445830/4445847 

Office Cellphone: 0722 201233/0735 337661 

eMail: procurement@kenyamarkets.org.

Further information on the Kenya Market Trust can be obtained on the website: www.kenyamarkets.org

Proposals may also be submitted to KMT via the website.

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Wildlife Conservation Charity Fundraising & Communication Manager Job in Nanyuki, Kenya (KES 250K)

Our client, a wildlife conservation charity, based in Nanyuki, working to secure a future for elephants in the wild, the landscapes they depend on and the species that share their range, is looking for a Fundraising & Communications Manager. 

Location: Nanyuki, Kenya

The successful candidate MUST have excellent communication skills, demonstrated experience in social media and be able to put together itineraries/safaris for high end international donors.

Key Responsibilities:    

• Provide technical input and strategic support for the development and delivery of fundraising plans.
• Manage donor communications.
• Maintain the donor database.
• Generate income reports.
• Manage online donation platforms (e.g. VirginGiving, Charities Aid Foundation).
• Ensure the company is legally and financially compliant and risk of liability is minimal.
• Liaise with donors and potential donors wishing to come on a journey to Africa.
• Marketing.
• Income and expenditure reports.
• Fundraising reports.
• Organize internships.
• Maintain and update the website & database.
• Develop and deliver a communication strategy.
• Manage and maintain content for social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, You Tube & Instagram).
• Generate regular blogs and newsletters.

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Demonstrated experience in communications and fundraising.
• Demonstrated experience in social media.
• Experience of managing databases.
• Experience of software programs: InDesign, Mail Chimp & Final Cut advantageous. 
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills (English).
• Good spoken Kiswahili advantageous.
• A passion for conservation and the ability to work independently under own initiative as well as part of the team.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh.250,000 /= (Approx. 2,941 USD)Plus medical cover.

Applications:
 

Send your up to date CV to:  

consultant@summitrecruitment-kenya.com
Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, 

Karen road, Karen.

Deadline: 30th November 2014   

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.
 

Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job

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Standard Group Correspondent, KTN Producer and KTN Production Assistant Jobs in Kenya

The Standard Group comprises, The Standard Newspapers, Game Yetu, The Counties, The Nairobian, KTN, Radio Maisha, PDS, Standard Digital and Think Outdoor Services. 

The Group is looking for highly motivated, qualified, experienced and reputable individuals, to fill the following position:
 

Correspondent – Lamu, Busia, Bungoma, Migori, Kakamega Town, Nairobi, Garissa, Malindi, Molo, Siaya, Nyamira, Makueni and Meru

The successful candidates will source, collect, write and submit stories/reports and articles within set deadlines, so as to inform, educate and entertain our readers in the allocated region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Go out on assignments given by the News Editor, take notes, carry out interviews, check out facts and submit stories within set deadlines
• Research and collect background information required to make stories complete, topical, informative, credible and analytical
• Write stories collected and read back to ensure that they are balanced, properly presented, free of error and in line with laid down editorial policy and house-style
• Follow news leads and maintain close and effective contact with news sources
• Keep the Editor informed of work progress, any problems encountered and areas where assistance is required and/or facilitation to complete assignments within the agreed deadlines

Qualifications & Experience

• University Degree in Journalism or other training in Journalism
• Postgraduate Diploma
• Minimum of 3 years having worked as a writer/reporter
• Good command of English language.
• Excellent wring skills
• Social, Networking, Analytical and Writing Skills
• Writing Experience

Producer – KTN

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing each project from conception to completion.

Key Responsibilities: -

• Research, logistical planning and conceptualisation of programmes
• Strong intuitive understanding of the production process
• Direct programs in the genre of News, Talk shows, Dramas
• Script writing
• Determine and prepare production budgets and schedules.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Maintain team spirit and work well with fellow team members

Knowledge and Skills

• Degree in TV production/Communication (media studies)
• 3 years’ work experience in TV production
• Proficient in MS Office
• Ability to thrive under pressure.
• Good editing ability on FCP and/or any other software
• Keen attention to detail
• Creative mind
• Good planning and organisational skills
• Ability to work long and odd hours

Production Assistant - KTN

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing administrative and organisational support to senior production staff prior to, during and after the production of a programme.

Key Responsibilities: -

• To provide support role to the TV Producers/Directors
• Assist the Producer on location; and if need be, be able to handle location shoots individually
• Prepare the necessary checklists for any production and ensure that all materials required are in place by set deadlines
• To write/read and understand the script of assigned programmes, determine format and logistical requirements.
• Oversee cues, timings and continuity during recording
• Assist in the packaging of the Production by ensuring scripts, tapes, music, footage and any other relevant material is available in the editing suite during the scheduled time
• Ensure that all administrative duties are carried out before the production phase including guest lists, production equipment and personnel

Knowledge and Skills

• University degree in Mass Communication.
• Diploma in TV production or similar qualification
• Minimum of 1-2 years TV production experience
• Highly organized
• Ability to work long and odd hours
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Organisational skills
• Budgeting skills

If you possess the above qualifications and the drive to meet the challenges, visit our websitewww.standardmedia.co.ke/recruitment to browse through the current openings / vacancies and apply not later than 30st November 2014

Please note that ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Standard Group is an equal opportunity employer and as such, canvassing of any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

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Brooke East Africa Administrative and Communications Assistant Job in Kenya

Vacancy: Administrative and Communications Assistant
 

Contract: Two years with possibility of extension

Salary: KES 1.2 Million (Gross) pa

The Brooke East Africa is an animal welfare charity whose mission is to improve the welfare of working donkeys, horses and mules. 

The Brooke currently seeks to recruit a Communications Assistant based in Nairobi for a 2-year national appointment, with possibility of extension.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Operations & Administrative Management
• Communications Support and Coordination
• Fleet Management

Summary of Qualifications

• At least First Degree (Bachelor) in business administration, communications, finance and accounting or other related area of studies
• Minimum 2-years experience in a development sector, with strong administrative, media communications and public relations.

Desired Experience

• Minimum 2-years experience in a development sector, with strong administrative, media communications and public relations.

Studies

• At least First Degree (Bachelor) in business administration, communications, finance and accounting or other related area of studies

CLICK HERE to apply online

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African Guarantee Fund Communication Officer Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Vacancy: Communication Officer
 

Reporting: The Communication Officer reports to the CEO. 

Position Location: AGF offices in Nairobi, Kenya 

The African Guarantee Fund (AGF): The African Guarantee Fund for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (AGF) is incorporated and licensed in Mauritius as a limited liability company and has its office of operation in Nairobi, Kenya.  Its products and services provide financial institutions with the means which they can leverage in bringing their African SME financing interventions to the required scale.

The AGF contributes to the promotion of economic development, vital for prosperity, stability and poverty reduction in Africa  through two lines of activity:

a) Provision of a mix of financial guarantees and other products which reduce the risks supported by the financial sector when lending to SMEs that have insufficient collateral. These guarantees contribute to reduce the inability of SMEs to provide acceptable guarantees to financial institutions. Loan Guarantee based on a hybrid approach, Bank’s Fund Raising Guarantee and Equity Guarantees are offered.
 

b) Support for capacity development of the client financial institutions. 

The AGF operates according to market principles and is a commercially viable venture with operations in a number of countries in Africa and its gradually expanding to other countries to cover the whole of Africa. 

The African Development Bank (AfDB) together with the governments of Denmark (through Danida) and Spain (through aecid), are the founding shareholders of AGF. 

Position Summary: The position focuses on increasing the visibility of the African Guarantee Fund by providing feedback to its clients and partner institutions by creating and developing the institution image and building the brand AGF.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Communication officer will have the following duties and responsibilities that will contribute to reflect the image of AGF:

• Assist in the development and implementation of an e-communication strategy to ensure effective communication with key stakeholders, including both internal and external audiences;
• Coordinating media press briefs in consultation with the CEO
• Organising round table discussions or breakfast meetings for publicity of AGF with partners.
• Develop and maintain the Web site, expanding AGF’s outreach capacity through use of digital media tools; Facebook, twitter etc.
• Coordinate AGF bi-monthly electronic newsletter: write content, distribute via e-mail, maintain mailing lists;
• Maintain database of AGF resource persons within the regions;
• Assist in event planning, including workshops, media conferences;
• In consultation with concerned departments, respond and direct email queries from clients and partners on the AGF info email; and
• Implement and maintain corporate brand standards in all materials developed.

In addition to the above duties, the Communication Officer may be required to perform other related or unrelated duties based on the company’s needs.

Desired Qualifications, knowledge, skills & Experiences

• Degree in journalism, public relations, communications, or related field, preferably in the development, Banking and Finance sector; 
• At least five (5) years of relevant professional work experience;
• Good written communication skills, with demonstrated experience in the application of professional editorial standards, journalistic news writing and corporate brand style;
• Bilingual with fluent English and French (speaking and writing).

Additional Eligibility Critical Competencies and Desired Characteristics

• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities, work under pressure and meet deadlines;
• Strong self-starter with initiative to identify opportunities and take appropriate action;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multicultural team;       
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, In Design and Web content management software such as Drupal;
• Direct, demonstrated experience with and knowledge of:

1. social networking strategies, networks, tools
2. blogs
3. graphic design (Adobe suite);

• Good command of written and spoken French and English
• Enthusiastic, personal commitment to the issues promoted by AGF and display the highest standards of personal integrity.

Eligibility: The position is open to bilingual nationals of any African country.    

Terms of Offer: The African Guarantee Fund for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (AGF) is an equal opportunity employer and offers a regionally competitive salary with an excellent benefits package. AGF prides itself on its collegial, supportive and gender sensitive working environment and believes that staff diversity promotes excellence. The position is on local employment terms. Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Applications

Applicants should apply by email, sending a cover letter summarizing their relevance to this position, a full C.V. names and contact information of three referees knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to: 

recruitment@africanguaranteefund.com

“Application for Communication Officer - AGF” should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email message. 

Applications will be considered until 5th December 2014 or until the position is filled. 

Only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

We invite you to learn more about us at: www.africanguaranteefund.com

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Save The Children Behaviour Change and Communication Officer Job in Lodwar Kenya

Vacancy: Behaviour Change and Communication Officer
 

Team / Programme: UNICEF Health 
 

1 Post
 

Location: Lodwar
 

Position Code: BCC TUR
 

Grade: 4

Post Type: National (1 year with possibility of renewal)
 

Child Safeguarding: Level 3 - the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young people

Role Purpose:

Scope of Role: Working closely with the Senior Project Officer Health, the post holder will play a key role in implementation of the Behaviour change communication plan of the programme. 

The post-holder will also support the design, development and implementation of context-specific BCC material for health communication (focused on maternal and New born health).  

He/she will be able to engage with versatile and current media strategies (including digital and mobile media) for communication as well as participate in health advocacy.

Dimensions: Save the Children has been operational in Kenya since the 1950s, providing support to children through developmental and humanitarian relief programmes delivered both directly and through local partners. 

Current programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, health, HIV/AIDS, livelihoods, nutrition and WASH. In 2012, as part of a global reorganization process, Save the Children combined the programmes of SC UK, SC Canada and SC Finland to create a single operation in Kenya. 

In February 2014, we completed a second transition, which saw us join forces with the British INGO, Merlin, and merge their health and nutrition programmes with our own. 

Save the Children now has an operational presence in Bungoma, Dadaab Refugee Camp, Garissa, Mandera, Nairobi, Turkana and Wajir. We work through partners in many other parts of the country. 

We have a staff complement of around 300 staff and an operating annual budget of approximately US$25 million in 2014.

Reports to: Senior Project Officer Health.

Staff directly reporting to this Post: None

Budget responsibility: Manage the appropriate parts of the grants that relate to Communication For Development in close collaboration with the Senior project officer.

Key Areas of Accountability:

• Take the lead in development and implementation of C4D strategies for the health project
• Develop and review  C4D  messages / materials in collaboration with other program staff, MoH, NGO counterparts, UNICEF focal person and community representatives.
• Support the adaptation and dissemination of relevant training materials and job aids.
• Support the development of C4D  skills of MOH staff.
• Organise and execute community health campaigns in collaboration with other program staff, MoH counterparts and community representatives.
• Evaluate and document the impact of C4D activities in collaboration with other stakeholders.   
• Build the capacity of relevant project staff to conduct community mobilization, awareness and sensitization on project objectives.
• Manage the appropriate parts of the grants that relate to C4D in close collaboration with the senior project officer.
• Analyze formative research findings and use these to develop communication plans and messages in collaboration with the team.
• Develop and pre-test C4D materials in the appropriate audiences.
• Translate /arrange the translation of C4D  materials as appropriate

Other

• To carry-out any other duties and/or responsibilities assigned by the immediate supervisor
• To be flexible as required.

Skills and Behaviours (our Values in Practice)
 

Accountability:

• Holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values
• Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved

Ambition:

• Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves (and their team), takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages others to do the same
• Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others
• Future orientated, thinks strategically.

Collaboration:

• Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, Members and external partners and supporters
• Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength
• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to

Creativity:

• Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
• Willing to take disciplined risks

Integrity:

• Honest, encourages openness and transparency
• Commitment to Save the Children Values

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Public/Environmental Health and/or Social sciences with 3 years’ work experience
• Experience in behavior change communication in a public health context. Experience working with the ministry of health and with an NGO is a plus
• Proven experience in developing BCC material
• Demonstrated experience in working with mass media and communities in passing health messages
• Excellent English writing skills are essential, familiarity with the Turkana language will be an added advantage.
• Computer skills, in particular MS Word, Excel and Outlook
• Well-developed research, analytical, monitoring and evaluation, and report-writing abilities;
• Commitment to Save the Children’s Child Safeguarding and other global policies, and values.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are required to submit a CV and mandatory cover letter indicating the Position Title Code on the subject line to kenya.jobapplications@savethechildren.org  by 5th Dec. 2014.  

Please note that due to the urgency of this position applications will be reviewed as when we receive them.  

Only shortlist candidates will be contacted.

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Agricultural Finance Corporation Corporate Communications Manager Job in Kenya

The Agricultural Finance Corporation [AFC] is a state Corporation whose objective is to provide quality and sustainable customer focused financial services for the development of the agricultural sector in Kenya.

In order to achieve this objective, the Corporation wishes to invite applications from exceptionally talented, results driven, self-motivated and qualified applicants for various positions:
 

Job Title: Manager - Corporate Communications
 

Reporting to the General Manager – Business Development, He/ She is charged with the following responsibilities:-:

Representative Tasks

• Manage relations with the media in order to foster a positive corporate image for AFC;
• Manage the AFC website in liaison with ICT to ensure that accurate information is passed to the public;
• Organize corporate functions and outreach programs to ensure efficiency in AFC’s events management;
• Co-ordinate the branding of AFC offices so as to enhance the corporate image;
• Develop marketing and promotional materials including production of the AFC Newsletter and documentaries to project the desired image for AFC;
• Collect and edit information in order to prepare well researched internal publications;
• Maintain good working relations with the media so as to ensure favorable coverage of the Corporation;
• Prepare proposals for corporate social responsibility activities in liaison with the General Manager Business Development as per the existing policy;
• Monitor and analyze media coverage to gauge quality of the Corporation’s publicity;
• Prepare speeches for top management to ensure that they are in line with the Corporation’s agenda;
• Undertake photography in corporate functions for communication purposes; and
• Any other relevant work assigned to the job holder from time to time.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Communication or Social Sciences
• 3 years experience in a comparable institution
• Publishing skills (in design)
• Events organization & management skills.
• Public speaking/Presentation skills

How to Apply

Successful candidates will be offered competitive salary and benefits package.
 

Applications with detailed curriculum vitae including three referees with their current telephone contacts, copies of certificates and testimonials should be addressed to: -

The Managing Director
Agricultural Finance Corporation
Development House 7th Floor, Moi Avenue
P.O. Box 30367 – 00100 GPO
Nairobi

Closing date for applications is 25th November at 5.00 pm.

AFC is an equal opportunity Employer. 

Lack of inclusions of all details as sought for or any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification. 

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

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Evidence Action Learning and Communication Associate Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Vacancy: Associate, Learning and Communication
 

Start Date: Early January, 2015
 

Reporting To: Senior Associate, Learning and Communication
 

Location: Nairobi, Kenya 

About Evidence Action: Evidence Action is a new organization working in partnership with an existing non-profit organization (Innovations for Poverty Action, IPA) to scale proven interventions to improve the lives of the poor in Africa and Asia. Rigor, evidence, and action are all part of our values. 

We are looking for a dynamic, engaged individual to join our team as a Senior Associate, Learning and Communication working within organization’s Monitoring, Learning, and Information Systems (MLIS) team. 

The successful candidate, like the MLIS team, will embody the evidence-based and data-driven nature of the organization. 

While Evidence Action continues to grow the pipeline of proven-interventions to bring to scale, its current programs in the Africa Region include:

• Dispensers for Safe Water is an entrepreneurial program scaling the chlorine dispenser system – a proven innovation that dramatically expands access to water treatment at an extremely low cost.

• Deworm the World Initiative actively supports the scale-up of school-based deworming programs worldwide to improve children’s health, education, and long-term development.

About Monitoring Learning and Information Systems (MLIS) Team: The MLIS team is critical to the identity and work of Evidence Action. The team embodies the evidence-based nature of Evidence Action’s work and enables Evidence Action to be a cutting-edge, data-driven organization.

The team provides services across Evidence Action’s Africa Region through four sub-teams that work closely together to deliver quality, timely and useful information:

• Learning and Communication (L&C): This team is responsible for supporting the program teams with timely information in innovative, useful and clear ways to translate analysis and research to evidence-based decision making and action.
• Monitoring, Analysis and Research (MAR): This team is responsible for ensuring that all ongoing program monitoring needs are met and analysis and research is conducted to support program improvements.
• Management Information Systems (MIS): This team is be responsible for ensuring that the all programs have access to timely and useful data for day-to-day programmatic planning and decision making through a cloud-based multi-user system.
• Data Quality and Management (DQM): This team is responsible for ensuring access to quality and timely data to meet all ongoing program needs; including monitoring, information systems and analysis and research.

About the Position: The Associate, Learning and Communication will be a key member of the Learning and Communication delivery team for Evidence Action’s Africa Region. 

Within the region, they will provide support for: 

1) Diagnosing the data, research, and learning needs of all Evidence Action programs, 

2) Marketing and Showcasing all MLIS services (i.e. data collection, analysis, research, data management etc.) to Evidence Action program teams and 

3) Ensuring effective information flow within program teams and between program teams and MLIS divisions. 

A successful Associate, Learning and Communication will ensure that the data-driven decision making process of Evidence Action addresses the most pressing program needs and specifically addresses the strongest opportunities for programmatic improvements.

Diagnosing the Program “needs” from the MLIS Team

• Collaborate with all Evidence Action programs to identify the specific data and analysis requests made to MLIS team members for inclusion in reports, concept notes, case studies, etc.
• Bridge the connections between Evidence Action Programs Teams and Management Information Systems (internal MIS staff members and external vendors/contractors) to ensure that all program needs are able to be effectively captured in Evidence Action’s MIS systems
• Provide support in summarizing and synthesizing the work plans of Evidence Action programs with specific attention to areas where MLIS will provide support
• Stay attuned to the relative level of prioritization that program teams assign to MLIS tasks and projects
• Act as an Account Manager for the DtW team receiving general MLIS requests when program team members do not know the appropriate person to address their request
• Receiving requests from Evidence Action program teams regarding needs for data updates or clarifications within the MIS system is the most updated version from the programs team, check errors and advice on improvements

Ensuring effective information flow

• Sharing specific program needs and requests with the relevant member of the MLIS team for service delivery and support
• Review and support program monitoring reports as requested by program teams in areas of MLIS specialization
• Participation in regular program meetings to collect updates and share tasks, plans and events of relevance with the MLIS team
• Overseeing adherence of MLIS team members with established protocols regarding the organization and use of shared files and resources within the MLIS team
• Create a knowledge, Learning and Development Centre for the programs as well as the team (Knowledge Library with researches done and one pagers)
• Identify best practices and lessons learned from researches done by MAR team and support tracking of progress for program teams to implement agreed upon best practices
• Promote a knowledge sharing and learning culture in the programme
• Providing timely access to existing analysis and cross-program lessons for evidence-based decisions

Marketing and Showcasing MLIS Service

• Providing general and situation-specific guidance to Evidence Action teams regarding the services that the MLIS team can provide
• Developing, editing, and tailoring MLIS products to “fit” the target audience
• Assist in the production and presentation of MLIS communication material: presentations, and briefing materials targeted at Evidence Action program teams
• Support the preparation of communication materials and presentations to external partners and stakeholders

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant social sciences (i.e. development, economics, data-journalism, public health, communications, or related field).
• A minimum of 2 years’ work experience generating high quality written material for internal leadership and/or external audiences
• A strong sense of curiosity and an orientation toward practical knowledge-seeking through learning, questioning, and experimentation
• Highest quality, professional writing and communications skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a team that is geographically dispersed
• Self-directed/self-motivating personality
• Strong critical and analytical thinking skills
• Intellectual flexibility and willingness to form and adjust opinions based on evidence
• Quick to learn, motivated to self-teach and capable of independently translating new knowledge into practice

Note: Please specifically illustrate the above desired qualifications in your cover letter by giving examples from your experience.
 

In addition, this position requires a candidate to:

• Have a strong commitment to evidence-based practice and policy in the development field
• Be enthusiastic to develop personally and professionally as part of a growing global team
• Possess a strong attention to detail and a genuine love of working with data

To Apply:
 

Please email your CV and application letter to copy kenyajobs@evidenceaction.org with the subject line “Associate-Learning and Communication MLIS”

Deadline to Apply: On a rolling basis

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted by phone and email for an interview. 

Applicants are encouraged to apply early, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

The Organisation is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), adhering to the laws that prohibit discrimination in the terms and conditions of employment. 

The Organisation’s HR policy provides equal employment, volunteer, and service opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin or ancestry, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, marital status, veteran status, disability (including HIV/AIDS), or any other status protected by applicable law.

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