Kenya Red Cross Society is a leading humanitarian organization sustainably promoting the wellbeing, health and resilience of communities in Kenya. The Society is seeking a qualified professional in the following position:
Position Title: Senior
Communications Officer (1 position)
Locations: Nairobi
Reporting To: Public Relations & Communications
Manager
Overall Purpose
Reporting to the Public Relations and Communications Manager, the Senior Communications Officer will implement corporate communication policies and strategies that promote mutual relationships with external and internal publics contributing to the realization of the Kenya Red Cross Society’s mandate, vision and mission. The holder will be responsible for design, development, implementation and evaluation of effective communications strategies aimed at enhancing collaborative partnerships between the Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS), partners and donors while promoting the KRCS image, in order to create goodwill and build credibility. Other responsibilities include effective media relations and campaigns aimed at creating public awareness on KRCS role in addressing developmental and emergency issues.
Responsibilities
- Coordinates
development of visuals, audio visuals, web-based advertisements and other
broadcast materials.
- Oversees
the updating and maintenance of media contacts/ materials and other
stakeholder databases.
- Coordinates
the generation of website and other social media content.
- Implements
corporate communication strategies and policies for the Society
- Generates
opinion editorials and proof reads internal and external communication
documents
- Liaises
with departments to provide content for publicity of the Society’s
events and engagements
- Works
with departments to plan and execute key events and important celebrations
- Participates
in the development of content for publication of newsletters and documentaries
- Edits
press releases/statements, keynote speeches, annual reports and other key
documents for the Society
- Prepares
talking notes and speeches for staff during media interviews and press
conferences
- Participates
in perception surveys, media content research & analysis, PR research,
gather communication intelligence and carry out audience analysis
- Implements
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives
- Mentors
and coaches staff in the unit and other departments
Qualifications
For appointment to this position, a candidate must have the following
minimum qualifications:-
- Bachelor’s
degree in Journalism/Communication Studies/ Public Relations/ Corporate
Communication/Development Communication and Media Studies.
- Served
for at least four (4) years, in the grade of Public Relations Officer or
in a comparable position
- Demonstrated
capability in the management of Public relations function
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications should apply
strictly through https://www.redcross.or.ke/careers to reach us not later than 21st January
2023; Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Job disclaimer and notification:
Kenya Red Cross Society is an equal opportunity employer and does not
charge / accept any amount or security deposit from job seekers during the
selection process or while inviting candidates for an interview.
Kenya Red Cross Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the
welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff
and volunteers to share this commitment
