Communications/Public relations Jobs at FilmAid, LVCT Health, Natural Justice, and Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA)

JOB DETAILS:
Community and Engagement Officer - 6 months

Co-ordination:
• Participate in planning the implementation of community dialogues with the Content Development Coordinator
• Participate in efforts to Create and nurture a positive working relationship with relevant stakeholders
• Support the timely and successful implementation of community dialogue sessions
• Create and maintain a database of all relevant contacts engaged during the dialogues
• Communicate with relevant project stakeholders and mobilize them to ensure their participation in the project’s activities
• Support in the reporting on dialogue activities by ensuring timely reporting of dialogue activities in coordination with the Content Development Coordinator
• Support the facilitation of the community dialogues among various stakeholders in the project;
• In collaboration with community mobilizers and stakeholders collate and document progress of the community dialogues;
• Coordinate and arrange all logistics for Listener Group Heads bi-weekly meetings, and CGs workshops, including invitations for the dialogue sessions, venue, participants travel and refreshments or meals;
• Support the Content Development Coordinator in compiling backend data and producing monthly feedbacks reports for sharing with partners during CWC meetings
• In collaboration with the Content Development Coordinator, facilitate the creation and implementation of a detailed annual work-plan, which identifies sequences of activities needed to successfully implement the project and ensure project objectives are met;
• In collaboration with key stakeholders, facilitate the development and roll-out of detailed implementation plans in communities
• Develop community dialogue schedule and work plans with the Content Development Coordinator; revise and regularly review the schedule as required;
• Document project activities and ensure that all project data is appropriately secured;
• Monitor the progress of the project implementation and make adjustments as necessary to ensure the project remains on track and is successfully implemented;
• Establish a communication schedule to update stakeholders including appropriate staff in the organization on the progress of the project.
• Participate in writing activity and monthly reports
Monitoring & Evaluation:
• Oversee the monitoring and evaluation aspects of the Sikika project, working closely with the M & E Officer, data clerks to ensure that M&E tools are in place and implemented to document progresses towards the project’s results.
• Contribute in the development of a system that facilitate data collection, reporting and flow of data within the project team that sufficiently captures project information needs
• Support the development and implementation of M&E plans and tools, as well as learning activities (e.g, reflection sessions) throughout the project implementation in coordination with Content Development Coordinator to inform learning and best practices.
• Manage data management systems, spreadsheets and other data tools and ensure the quality of high-value data for accuracy, consistency and comparability and consolidate operational information as needed to support analysis.
• Provide timely, quality support and guidance to the project team to meet the project’s specific M&E needs
• Conduct participatory monitoring activities and data collection and field visits as required through individual interviews, phone interviews, pre/post testing, focus group discussions, and community visits.
• Support reporting and analysis of data collected on outcome indicators and feed into donors’ reports in addition to learning reporting that synthesizes good practices and lessons learned.
• Implementing M&E standards around project planning, research, data collection tools, monitoring missions and evaluations
• Any other duties assigned by the line manager

Position Skill Profile
Important:
• Proven technical capacity in the design, implementation, and analysis of various quantitative and qualitative data collection tools including interviews, surveys, focus group discussions, and pre/post-tests;
• Knowledge of participatory methods, mixed methods, outcome mapping and/or impact evaluation techniques;
• Collaborative working style that enables coaching and training in M&E principles and best-practices;
• Demonstrated capacity to coordinate evaluations, including experience developing evaluation terms of reference and recruiting and managing consultants;
• Able to work independently and effectively in a team environment
• A minimum of 3 years’ work experience
• Extensive knowledge and application of proposal design principles;
• Knowledge of data software such as KoBo Toolbox
• Excellent analytical and report writing skills;
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills, as well as the ability to conduct professional relationships
• Strong commitment to values in evidence-based decision making, transparency, community empowerment, methodological rigor, and program learning with high standards of integrity, professionalism, and impartiality
• Commitment to humanitarian principles and action.
• Good understanding of beneficiary community dynamic
• Experience in project planning and execution.
• Impartial and embraces religious and cultural diversity.
• Ability to work under minimum supervision and with strict timelines.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with a proactive approach
• Ability to multitask and work to meet tight deadlines
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as web browsers
• Excellent ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Sound report writing, interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills
• Adheres of the principal of PSEA, FAK’s Code of Conduct and anti-fraud policies.
• Adheres to FAK’s safety and security SOPs in Kakuma.


JOB DETAILS:
Communications & Knowledge Management Officer

Key responsibilities
• Coordinate project’s external and internal communications
• Develop and regularly update the Dhibiti Communications Strategy and Plan. Develop a work plan for implementation of the communication strategy
• Develop a plan for production of technical communication and other institutional /project documents
• Ensure adherence to the Program Branding and Marking Plan in line with CDC guidance
• Serve as the contact person for CDC on Communications. Maintain regular contact with CDC and participate in CDC meetings
• Submit regular (weekly) updates to CDC on communications activities from the program and ensure timely communication of events to CDC
• In liaison with CKM Manager, support all media activities related to the project including liaising with CDC on the same as per CDC policies and procedures
• Support in preparation of media briefs, press releases, info packs and in organizing media and dissemination events liaising closely with CDC where applicable
• Support awareness creation and profiling of Dhibiti advocacy and campaigns through identification and utilization of appropriate media opportunities
• Write, edit and oversee production and dissemination of project quarterly and annual publications to a wide range of stakeholders
• Ensure timely communication and dissemination of communication outputs to relevant target audiences
• Translate project information and products into formats and language appropriate for various target audiences including writing research for lay audiences.
• Oversee editing, lay out and formatting of newsletters, policy briefs and other communication products to sufficient high quality editorial standards
• Maintain an updated database of stakeholders for purposes of disseminating communication products
• Coordinate, facilitate and promote webinars and other project events
• Contribute content from the program to regularly update the LVCT Health website and social media platforms
• Ensure appropriate consent is obtained for photographs and other communications products across all project activities
• Ensure photographs, videos, voice recordings and other communications products are stored securely and can be made accessible throughout the program period and beyond
• Regularly scan the horizon for communications threats to LVCT Health and Dhibiti and work with the leadership to address them quickly and effectively.
• Ensure sufficient communications support to LVCT Health events and overall programme work. Ensure proper use and maintenance of communications resources and equipment
• Provide mentorship support to CKM Assistants/Interns

Required Qualifications
Education
• Advanced degree (or bachelor’s degree and equivalent experience) in communications, organizational development or learning, knowledge management, international development, or related field.
• Experience Minimum 6 years’ experience in strategic and technical communications especially in global health and/or international development
• Experience interacting with USG (especially CDC), including at least three years of experience working with a USG-funded organization


JOB DETAILS:
We are specifically looking for individuals who can, among other tasks, undertake the following:
• Help implement communication strategies.
• Support the multimedia storytelling plan.
• Track projects and media mentions and analyze any trends you see.
• Manage the contact database.
• Maintain the communications calendar and suggest activities.
• Support in social media management – particularly reports on audience analysis.
• Develop concepts, graphics and layouts for social media, program reports and website content.
• Video editing and photography.
The Fellowship will be for a period of up to 11 months, full time. A modest salary will be offered. The successful applicants will be required to begin by November 2022.
Selection Criteria

Qualifications and Personal Profile:
• Must have completed a bachelor’s degree in Journalism/Public Relations/Communications
• Able to use Canva or have knowledge of other desktop publishing software like InDesign.
• Able to use a professional camera to shoot stills and video.
• Able to tell powerful stories using pictures or short videos.
• Excellent IT skills, especially with design, video, and photo-editing software.
• Demonstrable ability to design and launch petitions.
• Demonstrable ability to write good press releases
• Good knowledge of social media marketing an advantage.
• Good knowledge of email marketing – understanding of Mailchimp an advantage.
• An understanding of social media as an advocacy tool.
• Exceptional creativity and innovation.
• Excellent time management and organization skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to balance priorities and co-ordinate work effectively to meet deadlines and deal with high workloads.
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili
• Kenyan citizen or authorized to work in Kenya


JOB DETAILS:
Ref: IPOA/HR/18/2022:

Academic qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Communication, Public Relations, Mass Communication, Journalism or any related course from a recognized institution.
• Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies
• Attended a Senior Management Course from a recognized institution.
• Registered with Public Relations Society of Kenya
• Certificate in Computer Applications

Previous relevant work experience required.
• Served for a minimum of three (3) years in the grade of communication and outreach officer at IPOA or six (6) years in a comparable and relevant position in the public or private sector