Vacancy title:
Marathon Coordinator/communications Assistant

Jobs at:
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy (Lewa)

Deadline of this Job:
July 29, 2018.

Duty Station:
Nairobi, Kenya

JOB DETAILS:
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy [Lewa] based in isiolo Kenya, is an organization that works as a catalyst and a model for the conservation of wildlife and its habitat. We are looking for a high caliber, self-driven and dedicated Marathon Coordinator/communications Assistant with a commitment to excellence. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, this position is responsible for the coordination of the preparation, registration, resource mobilization efforts, publicity and all logistics related to the annual marathon event as well as participate in creation and implementation of the integrated communications strategy.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the entry process for runners into the Safaricom Marathon. This includes managing registration, accounting for entry and accommodation funds, liaising with the runners on daily basis, coordinating with camps and lodges. finalizing the transport options;
• Develop and manage the marathon entry database;
• Design, write and produce communication publication materials such as press releases. event programme, runner e-shot updates, social media updates pre and post event;
• Work closely with the events co-sponsors on their branding, participation, entry requirements and logistics;
• Work closely with the Lewa Logistics department on preparation of the key marathon sites;
• Work closely with Safaricom and Tusk Trust on updating the Safaricom Marathon website and social media accounts;
• Support in the management of all Lewa Wildlife Conservancy social media sites by creating, updating and sharing information accordingly and in a creative manner; and
• Together with the Communications team provide support for the fundraising team as well as Lewa overseas through online fundraising campaigns
• Support the day to day Lewa management of Lewa's communications.

Job Specifications
The job holder must possess:

• Degree in marketing or its equivalent from a recognized university;
• At least 3 years of experience in marketing/event management or a related field;
• Highly motivated and experienced in coordinating and planning events with national and international appeal;
• Ability to liaise with sponsors, partners, donors and stakeholders in a professional and friendly manner
• Team player, exceptional organizational skills and capacity to work under pressure;
• Outstanding communication and reporting skills in English and Swahili
• Good social media skills

Job application procedure
If you meet the above requirements and are interested in joining a team of hardworking staff, please send your resume and application letter to the address below indicating your current gross pay and salary expectation for this position. Provide your daytime telephone contact and contacts of three professional referees by July 29, 2018.

The Human Resource Manager
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy
Email: hr@lewa.org

NB: ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED