Communications Officer
Twaweza, a dynamic East Africa wide organization, is looking for a competent, effective and energetic Kenya Communications Officer
Twaweza, a dynamic East Africa wide organization, is looking for a competent, effective and energetic Kenya Communications Officer
Department: Uwezo (Learning and Communications)
Reports to: Uwezo Country Coordinator
Start: As soon as possible
Start: As soon as possible
Overall Responsibility:
- You
will steer effective and interactive communication of Uwezo, across
different mediums, as well as through the design, writing, production and
distribution of communication materials.
- You
will ensure that effective communication flows to and with the different
partners throughout the year.
- You
will encourage a knowledge atmosphere; you will plan for and ensure that
learning sessions take place; ensure proper documentation.
- You
will ensure that annual communication plans are developed; communication
is monitored.
- You
will adhere to and uphold Uwezo Communication standards; develop and
foster high standards of publications and other communication.
Specific Responsibilities
- Ensure
effective communications across different media and formats in adherence to
the Uwezo Communication Standards;
- Ensure
that annual planning takes place; planners and detailed calendars
developed and communication monitored;
- Manage
the webpage of your country program; as Country Content Officer ensure
regular posting of information; Ensure page is up to date, accurate,
compelling;
- Write
and produce high quality communication materials, and effectively
communicate these across key audiences; while ensuring that they conform
to Uwezo standards and promote the image and objectives of the initiative;
- Edit
materials (papers, briefs, power point presentations, etc) in English and
Kiswahili;
- Learn,
develop, coordinate and maintain an effective social media presence for
Uwezo Kenya, including through blogs, facebook, twitter and other means as
appropriate;
- Monitor
Uwezo Kenya in the media; analyse emerging trends to learn, inform
planning;
- Communicate
clearly and in a timely fashion with external audiences, face-to-face,
through email and telephone; conferences where appropriate, and other forms;
- Develop
and maintain good links with the media; organise media events, including
the Launch of Uwezo Kenya, press conferences and other engagements with
the media;
- Manage
knowledge documentation; support documentation and publication of work and
lessons; ensure regular learning sessions occur;
- Manage
the Communication department of the Country office; ensure that set
targets are met as per the approved plans and budgets.
General Responsibilities
- Conduct
occasional research and writing assignments on Uwezo in diverse ways
supportive to program goals, including internal learning, policy debates,
opinion articles; 2. Participate in the Uwezo processes (training,
assessment);
- Undertake
the activities above in line with the associated budgets and with work
plans, in ways that are consistent with Twaweza policies;
- Prepare
and submit quality and timely plans, budgets and reports ;
- Keep
abreast of new ideas and materials in the area of organizational learning,
M&E and communications ;
- Participate
in meetings and sessions and sessions as needed;
- Undertake
any other lawful tasks as may be assigned by your manager or the Head of
Twaweza
Education, skills and experience
- Experience
in development and/or communications work;
- A
university degree in a relevant field, preferably a masters degree;
- Good
understanding of educational trends in your country;
- At
least three years’ relevant working experience, specifically in
learning/communications;
- Excellent
writing and communication skills in both English and Kiswahili; an eye for
detail;
- Strong
analytical and organizational skills;
- Computer
proficiency including web-based applications;
- Flair
for working with visual materials; a powerful creative eye;
- Keen
understanding of traditional media, social media and uses of new
technologies for communication in East African context;
- Ability
to be on top of issues and deliver quality on time;
Changes and Amendments:
This job description may be amended by Twaweza after
consultation with the employee and the supervisor.
Application process:
To apply for this position, please submit your CV (max 4 pages) to jobs@twaweza.org including a cover letter explaining your interests/motivations to work for Twaweza, and 2 samples of your written work and names of 3 referees, in MS Word or PDF file.
In the subject of your email write your name and the position
you are applying for.