Summary
Date Posted: Monday, February 27, 2023 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Main tasks:
• Produce accurate, clear, and consistent information and communications outputs that highlight the situations in Kenya and FCA’s work, including case studies, feature stories and content for online platforms.
• Planning, producing, and publishing content on FCA Kenya’s social media platforms and website.
• Produce visually appealing and brand-aligned external marketing materials for programmes, including for fundraising purposes.
• Review and approve Terms of References (ToRs) for printing and production of all communications materials, as well as the use of external contractors for communications purposes.
• Lead in the development of KECO’s annual communications plan.
• In collaboration with Country Director and Programme Managers, develop specific communications plans for each thematic area and ensure roles and responsibilities for the implementation of the plans that are agreed upon and clear.
• Regularly update the Communications Unit in Helsinki with stories and visual content suitable for social media.
• Ensure high-quality internet communications materials across FCA internal channels. Promote sharing, learning, and interactive dialogue among staff.
• Host and plan visits from journalists, VIPs, donors, partners and visiting FCA staff in collaboration with the logistics and programme teams.
• Obtain approval for publishing materials as per relevant FCA procedures and protocols, and in line and international and local laws.

Experience and skills:
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, Media Studies or related field or proven equivalent work experience.

Work Experience: Three (3) years or more relevant work experience in advertising, communications, social media, media management, public relations or related field. Experience in a non-profit sector is an added advantage.
• Ability to speak confidently in front of the media, donors, and senior staff.
• Ability to write compelling stories and photo captions from material gathered in the field.
• Good eye for page layouts and design
• Good understanding of content suitable for social media.
• Good understanding of the key components in brand management
• Excellent personal organisational skills, including time management, and ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Experience of working in related human development issues, especially one or more of FCA’s thematic areas (i.e. Right to Peace, Quality education and Livelihood) is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel to field offices and work in difficult environments according to travel requirements
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is essential, with demonstrated strong writing and presentation skills.


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure

All qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to send a completed Application Letter and Curriculum Vitae to: recruitment.esaro@kua.fi  stating the vacancy job title in the subject line
Deadline for receiving applications is 12th March 2023.
FCA will only contact short- listed applicants. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.



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