Vacancy title:
Communications & Advocacy Manager
Jobs at:
CAP Youth Empowerment Institute KenyaDeadline of this Job:
14 October 2022
Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, October 06, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
• Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive communication & advocacy strategy and procedures for CAP YEI
• Manage creation, production, and dissemination of printed publications for education, development, and administration purposes (such as newsletters, brochures, annual report, exhibition and events materials etc)
• Manage creation and selection of materials for print and electronic communications
• Support the development and execution of branding and other materials for major organizational initiatives
• Collaboratively manage and coordinate creation and update of web and multimedia content; responsible for content-related protocols to keep web site, face book and other media channels up to-date
• Work with IT and other staff to ensure ongoing improvement of CAP YEI website, including regular updates and redesigns
• Conduct media relations programs for selected events or activities
• Write and distribute press releases and pitch the local and international media to secure media placement for CAP YEI
• Train and support staff to become effective communications ambassadors for CAP YEI
• Manage and support the organization of events like Alumni network gatherings, dissemination events, E-days, graduation events and others
• Establish and maintain relationships with partners, donors and event sponsors as needed and coordinate volunteers and staff involved in event organization
• Manage and verify documentations / reports in liaison with the supervisor.
• Any other job assigned.
Qualifications:
• Degree in Communications, public relations, journalism or a related field
• 4 years of experience in communications and advocacy, preferably in the non-profit sector
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage several projects at the same time
• Excellent writing, strategic communication and coordination skills
• Experience working with traditional and non-traditional media outlets
• Experience planning public events for youth and other audiences
• Ability to work in a collaborative and team-oriented environment
• Strong problem solving skills, a creative mindset and the ability to work under pressure and with minimum supervision
• Commitment to CAP YEI values and principles
• Photo/Video production skills or willingness to learn are considered an asset
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 48
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Job application procedure
• Interested candidates who meet the criteria above are encouraged to send their application letters indicating expeted salary and detailed CVs to recruit@capyei.org by 14th October 2022. Candidates are required to indicate the position title on the subject line of the email when applying.
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