Deadline of this Job: 26 August 2022
Overview
NCA works with the All-Africa Conference of Churches, the African Council of Religious Leaders, Association of Member Episcopal Conferences in Eastern Africa, Arigatou International Kenya, Fellowship of Christian Councils and Churches in the Great Lakes and Horn of Africa, Hekima Institute of Peace Studies and International Relations, and the International Centre for Peace Human Rights and Development.
Areas of responsibility
• Development and implementation of the communication strategy for the Eastern Africa Regional Peace Programme.
• Ensure adherence to NCA policies, guidelines and handbooks on communication and project information management.
• Provide support in conveying up-to-date information about the Eastern Africa Regional Peace Programme to internal and external audiences.
• Lead in preparing and producing publications and content crucial for the organization’s work for internal and external use.
• Capacity building of staff and partners in communications.
Main tasks
• Capacity building: Developing member capacity to improve communications quality and collaboration across the membership. This involves:
o Designing and developing training kits and communications templates
o Assisting with communications work within the region
o Leading training sessions to improve capacity among staff and regional partners
o Facilitating strategic external communication collaboration among regional partners
o Gathering, coordinating, and disseminating communications material in emergencies
o Developing and maintaining contact with communications staff in RPP partner organisations
• Media relations: Building and maintaining media relations; undertaking media work and monitoring coverage including supporting the management in preparation of press releases and responding to media enquiries.
• Event visibility: Identifying opportunities and ensuring visibility of RPP at key events; managing communication aspects related to RPP’s presence at events.
• Materials development: Undertaking and managing the development of RPP materials for promotional and/or fundraising activities, including writing, and editing newsletters, factsheets, brochures and materials for meetings, events, field use, as well ensuring their appropriate and timely dissemination.
• Social Media Management: Implement a social media strategy for Regional Peace Programme based on the global social media strategy for NCA. Develop content for social media including videos, pictures and change stories.
• Project information management: support the storage of programme information and ensure that all project information in NCA database is up to date.
Other duties / functions assigned to the position
• Must be available to travel on short notice as the job demands.
• The communication officer is expected to be flexible and be able to give assistance with different RPP activities not included in this primary job description as per direction from immediate supervisor.
• Be available to represent NCA at different fora.
• Network and work closely with information and communications department at NCA Head Office.
Key qualifications
• University Degree in Journalism, Communications, or other relevant educational background.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in communication work from media, FBOs, or INGOs.
• Outstanding written and spoken English; knowledge of French will be an added advantage:
• Ability to communicate complex development issues in a popular manner.
• Strong organizational skills, with ability to meet deadlines.
• Technical skills in the use of social media for effective communications.
• Advanced skills in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Documented research, data interpretation and writing skills for producing inputs – both text and photos – to various media including newspapers, websites, and magazines.
• Hands on experience with photography and simple video productions.
• Experience in providing capacity building for staff
• He/she must have good knowledge of Humanitarian standards and principles including Do No Harm, SPHERE, Child Protection and Core Humanitarian Standards on accountability,
Overview
NCA works with the All-Africa Conference of Churches, the African Council of Religious Leaders, Association of Member Episcopal Conferences in Eastern Africa, Arigatou International Kenya, Fellowship of Christian Councils and Churches in the Great Lakes and Horn of Africa, Hekima Institute of Peace Studies and International Relations, and the International Centre for Peace Human Rights and Development.
Areas of responsibility
• Development and implementation of the communication strategy for the Eastern Africa Regional Peace Programme.
• Ensure adherence to NCA policies, guidelines and handbooks on communication and project information management.
• Provide support in conveying up-to-date information about the Eastern Africa Regional Peace Programme to internal and external audiences.
• Lead in preparing and producing publications and content crucial for the organization’s work for internal and external use.
• Capacity building of staff and partners in communications.
Main tasks
• Capacity building: Developing member capacity to improve communications quality and collaboration across the membership. This involves:
o Designing and developing training kits and communications templates
o Assisting with communications work within the region
o Leading training sessions to improve capacity among staff and regional partners
o Facilitating strategic external communication collaboration among regional partners
o Gathering, coordinating, and disseminating communications material in emergencies
o Developing and maintaining contact with communications staff in RPP partner organisations
• Media relations: Building and maintaining media relations; undertaking media work and monitoring coverage including supporting the management in preparation of press releases and responding to media enquiries.
• Event visibility: Identifying opportunities and ensuring visibility of RPP at key events; managing communication aspects related to RPP’s presence at events.
• Materials development: Undertaking and managing the development of RPP materials for promotional and/or fundraising activities, including writing, and editing newsletters, factsheets, brochures and materials for meetings, events, field use, as well ensuring their appropriate and timely dissemination.
• Social Media Management: Implement a social media strategy for Regional Peace Programme based on the global social media strategy for NCA. Develop content for social media including videos, pictures and change stories.
• Project information management: support the storage of programme information and ensure that all project information in NCA database is up to date.
Other duties / functions assigned to the position
• Must be available to travel on short notice as the job demands.
• The communication officer is expected to be flexible and be able to give assistance with different RPP activities not included in this primary job description as per direction from immediate supervisor.
• Be available to represent NCA at different fora.
• Network and work closely with information and communications department at NCA Head Office.
Key qualifications
• University Degree in Journalism, Communications, or other relevant educational background.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in communication work from media, FBOs, or INGOs.
• Outstanding written and spoken English; knowledge of French will be an added advantage:
• Ability to communicate complex development issues in a popular manner.
• Strong organizational skills, with ability to meet deadlines.
• Technical skills in the use of social media for effective communications.
• Advanced skills in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Documented research, data interpretation and writing skills for producing inputs – both text and photos – to various media including newspapers, websites, and magazines.
• Hands on experience with photography and simple video productions.
• Experience in providing capacity building for staff
• He/she must have good knowledge of Humanitarian standards and principles including Do No Harm, SPHERE, Child Protection and Core Humanitarian Standards on accountability,
Communications Officer job at Ministry of Health
Deadline of this Job: 24 August 2022
Requirements for Appointment to this post, a candidate must have:
• Diploma in health promotion, community development, Journalism, Communications, or related discipline.
• 1 year post training experience in social media, marketing, digital media, community mobilization, marketing, administration support, project management, public relations, events management
• At least 1 year post training experience
• Knowledge of programmes, projects, support services
• Good report writing and analytical skills
Specific duties:
Report to the Communications Specialist in delivering the communications function of the National Blood Transfusion and Transplant Services
• Support the communications teams in implementation of the NBTTS calendar of events to support satellites in implementation of targeted mobilization of blood donors
• Support coordination of communication with different regions and satellites
• Capture data, information, graphics and events related to KNBTTS and ensure storage, repository and availability
• Support the writing of editorials and regular bulletins of the KNTTS
• Support social media management
• Engage with the Youth TWG for on-going activities
• Design messages and information used for donor mobilization and recruitment
• Enhance the positive image of KNBTTS
Requirements for Appointment to this post, a candidate must have:
• Diploma in health promotion, community development, Journalism, Communications, or related discipline.
• 1 year post training experience in social media, marketing, digital media, community mobilization, marketing, administration support, project management, public relations, events management
• At least 1 year post training experience
• Knowledge of programmes, projects, support services
• Good report writing and analytical skills
Specific duties:
Report to the Communications Specialist in delivering the communications function of the National Blood Transfusion and Transplant Services
• Support the communications teams in implementation of the NBTTS calendar of events to support satellites in implementation of targeted mobilization of blood donors
• Support coordination of communication with different regions and satellites
• Capture data, information, graphics and events related to KNBTTS and ensure storage, repository and availability
• Support the writing of editorials and regular bulletins of the KNTTS
• Support social media management
• Engage with the Youth TWG for on-going activities
• Design messages and information used for donor mobilization and recruitment
• Enhance the positive image of KNBTTS
Deadline of this Job: 24 August 2022
Requirements for Appointment to this post, a candidate must have:
• Master’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Health, social sciences, development or related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in communications, marketing, public relations, media campaigns and mobilization activities
• At least 4 years management experience
• Experience in media liaison and management; design of media campaigns, corporate communications
• Excellent English writing, storytelling and editing skills
• Familiarity with publishing and design applications
Specific duties:
• Manage the communications function of the National Blood Transfusion and Transplant Services
• Oversee the development of a communications strategy for the National Blood Transfusion and Transplant Services
• Oversee and coordinate the work with different communication firms, agencies and vendors for effective and efficient implementation of the communications strategy
• Oversee implementation of effective donor mobilization and recruitment services
• Oversee development of content to be aired on different media platforms
• Oversee the development and maintenance of the NBTTS website
• Coordinate media support to prioritized special events/workshops/meetings and conferences.
• Write press releases, media invites and coordinate media visits to various events and field tours to blood service centres, facilities and communities.
• Oversee and coordinate development of high-quality communication products including documentaries, publications, including newsletters, scientific reports, photography
• Maintain a filing system and database for NBTTS communication products
• Manage communication teams and their activities
• Monitor social, print and all forms of media and facilitate an effective response by the NBTTS
• Any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements for Appointment to this post, a candidate must have:
• Master’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Health, social sciences, development or related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in communications, marketing, public relations, media campaigns and mobilization activities
• At least 4 years management experience
• Experience in media liaison and management; design of media campaigns, corporate communications
• Excellent English writing, storytelling and editing skills
• Familiarity with publishing and design applications
Specific duties:
• Manage the communications function of the National Blood Transfusion and Transplant Services
• Oversee the development of a communications strategy for the National Blood Transfusion and Transplant Services
• Oversee and coordinate the work with different communication firms, agencies and vendors for effective and efficient implementation of the communications strategy
• Oversee implementation of effective donor mobilization and recruitment services
• Oversee development of content to be aired on different media platforms
• Oversee the development and maintenance of the NBTTS website
• Coordinate media support to prioritized special events/workshops/meetings and conferences.
• Write press releases, media invites and coordinate media visits to various events and field tours to blood service centres, facilities and communities.
• Oversee and coordinate development of high-quality communication products including documentaries, publications, including newsletters, scientific reports, photography
• Maintain a filing system and database for NBTTS communication products
• Manage communication teams and their activities
• Monitor social, print and all forms of media and facilitate an effective response by the NBTTS
• Any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Mandarin Language Speaking job at Flexi-Personnel
Deadline of this Job: 17 August 2022
Duties and Responsibilities
• Assist our client’s community and help resolve inquiries empathetically, accurately and on time.
• Make well balanced decisions and personally driven to be an effective advocate for our community.
• Investigate and resolve issues that are reported on client platform such as requests for account support.
• Respond to user inquiries with high quality, speed, empathy and accuracy.
• Gather, analyze and utilize relevant data to develop ways to improve the overall user experience on the site.
• Identify inefficiencies in workflows and suggest solutions.
• Recognize trends and patterns and escalate issues outside the company policy to the global team.
Qualifications and Experience
• Between 21-35 years.
• Must be living in Kenya legally.
• Must speak fluent English and Mandarin languages.
• College education mandatory.
• Must be currently unemployed or working as a casual.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills and most importantly empathy.
• High affinity and cultural awareness of political/social situation regarding the relevant market/region.
• Must have KRA pin, bank account, NSSF & NHIF documents.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Assist our client’s community and help resolve inquiries empathetically, accurately and on time.
• Make well balanced decisions and personally driven to be an effective advocate for our community.
• Investigate and resolve issues that are reported on client platform such as requests for account support.
• Respond to user inquiries with high quality, speed, empathy and accuracy.
• Gather, analyze and utilize relevant data to develop ways to improve the overall user experience on the site.
• Identify inefficiencies in workflows and suggest solutions.
• Recognize trends and patterns and escalate issues outside the company policy to the global team.
Qualifications and Experience
• Between 21-35 years.
• Must be living in Kenya legally.
• Must speak fluent English and Mandarin languages.
• College education mandatory.
• Must be currently unemployed or working as a casual.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills and most importantly empathy.
• High affinity and cultural awareness of political/social situation regarding the relevant market/region.
• Must have KRA pin, bank account, NSSF & NHIF documents.