Deadline of this Job: 13 January 2023
JOB DETAILS:Job Requirements
Education:
• Completed Secondary Level Education with 7 Years (Seven years) of relevant work experience in the fields of media relations, journalism, communications, editing/publishing
Knowledge and Experience:
• Secondary School certificate holders should have at least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in media relations, journalism, communications, editing/publishing, Graphics Design or related fields.
• Previous experience with a multilateral or international organisation is useful but not mandatory.
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, good knowledge, and experience in handling web-based management systems.
• Experience in internal communications including communication of key corporate messages.
• Experience in managing the production of printed material, including brochures, and leaflets, briefing third-party designers/printers to ensure corporate brand and style is met.
• Good facilitation and coordination skills demonstrated ability to work in an independent manner;
• High sense of responsibility. Tact, discretion, initiative, and good judgment in dealing with staff members, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Experience with popular social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube LinkedIn, etc
• Knowledge in photography and/or videography skills, and experience in Adobe Creative Suite software is an asset;
• Familiarity with Mailchimp and WordPress CMS is an asset.
Languages:
• Fluency in English both written and spoken is required. Knowledge of any other official UN language is desirable
Deadline of this Job: 20 January 2023
JOB DETAILS:As the Social Media Moderator, you will offer support to our Social Media team in timely engagement with our online audience.
Responsibilities
The following are duties you will be responsible for
• Timely response to comments and messages on our social platforms ∙
• Offer support to whole social media team in handling Jiji social media platforms
• Suggesting creative ways to capture attention of our online audience through incorporating trends to enhance our brand awareness
• Respond to comments and messages in creative ways that will build meaningful connections and encourage our online audience to take action
• Any other duties assigned to you from time to time
Requirements
We believe that you will succeed better if you possess the following:
• 1-year experience as a Social Media Moderator
• Excellent command of writing and communication skills in English and Swahili
• Knowledge in the use of any platform for social media moderation e.g. Napoleon Cat, Mobile Monkey, Meltwater etc. will be an added advantage
• Demonstrate knowledge in various social media platforms and social analytics tools
• Keen attention to detail, positive attitude and multitasking skill
• Diploma/ Degree in any field related to communications
Deadline of this Job: 20 January 2023
JOB DETAILS:Primary Purpose:
• The position is responsible for increasing and maintaining quality standards in the proper use of Contractor Management System, Interpreters in both Pre-screening and USCIS interviews, in pre-departure orientations, and translating written materials into the key languages of our refugee populations.
Essential Duties:
• Updates and maintains the RSC Africa Interpreter and Child-minder database.
• Develops resources for use by Interpreters/ Child-minders and RSC staff to further improve the efficient and effective use of contract Interpreters/ Child-minders.
• Conducts training, testing, observations (Prescreening interviews and Cultural Orientation classes), and supervision of the Interpreters, both in the field and in Nairobi on a regular basis.
• Participates in Pre-screening, USCIS, and Cultural Orientation Circuit Ride (CR) briefing and debriefing to provide expertise on Interpreters.
• Provides in-house training to RSC staff on how to effectively working with Interpreters/Child-minders. Submits monthly reports on the status of activities.
• With guidance from the Interpreter Supervisor, provide training to Contract Interpreters/Child-minders in sub-Sahara Africa.
• Assist the Interpreter Supervisor, plan, execute and support Interpreter/Child-minder Training and Monitoring circuit rides.
• Assist the Interpreter Supervisor monitor, respond and manage the Interpreter mailbox. This includes ensuring professional communication with USRAP partners on Contract Interpreter.
• Provide support to Program Integrity Specialist on Contract Interpreter investigation and requested support as assigned by the Interpreter Supervisor.
• Interprets into/from English in/from at least one of the following languages: Amharic, Congolese Swahili, French, Kinyarwanda, Kirundi, Oromo, or Somali.
• Translate materials as required/ requested.
• Coordinate with Date Integrity to develop reports related to Interpreters Management.
• Work closely with Program Integrity Specialist to ensure RSC Program Integrity Guidelines on Interpreters (both required and recommended) are implemented, adhered to, and reported appropriately.
• Maintains a current knowledge of the United States Refugee Admissions Program.
• Travels periodically to field locations throughout sub-Saharan Africa.
• Performs other duties that may be assigned to enhance the efficiency and efficacy of the operation.
Qualifications:
Experience:
• Written and verbal knowledge of at least one of the main RSC Africa processing languages required. (Amharic, Congolese Swahili, French, Kinyarwanda, Kirundi, Oromo, or Somali.)
• 1.5 years’ experience as an Interpreter or as a Coordinator of Interpreters preferred.
• Three (3) year’s work experience required
• Supervisory experience preferred.
Skills:
• Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver quality training programs.
• Demonstrated computer skills for Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet.
Education & Certifications:
• High School diploma is required for this role
Abilities:
• Manage large and diverse workload under pressure with competing priorities.
• Maintain the integrity of official records;
• Analyse and solve complex problems and make sound decisions;
• Work with minimal supervision
• Maintain a high-performance standard with attention to detail;
• Work independently and contribute to overall operations of RSC Africa;
• Actively participate in the implementation of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP).
Deadline of this Job: 20 January 2023
JOB DETAILS:• The External Relations team plays a leading role in positioning Evidence Action to donors, partners, governments, and media; developing and executing strategic approaches to strengthen our resource mobilization and brand; and coordinating internally to create and take advantage of opportunities for funding and dissemination of our impact. Our team works across multiple time zones, so a candidate with a willingness to find ways to take advantage of different time zones and iterate faster on content is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead development of Africa region communications strategy, translating organizational communications priorities to approaches adapted for local contexts.
• Coordinate with staff across country and sub-regional offices to source and produce stories of impact and content from our programs.
• With support from country teams, identify Africa region relationship-building and placement opportunities among local press.
• Provide internal and external communications support to Africa-based programmatic staff and leadership, in collaboration with global and regional communications team members.
• Create content and visualizations to convey key data and technical information via web infographics, social media, blogs, and newsletters.
• Source and manage consultants and vendors to execute graphic design, photography, crisis communications, video production, and other areas as needed.
• Develop and train staff on organizational communications policies and guidance in the region.
Requirements
Required Qualifications:
• 5 - 7 years of work experience in communications or public relations at a media organization and/or evidence-driven organization.
• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, journalism, communications, or marketing; or in public health, international relations, or economics with experience and interest in communications or journalism.
• Proven experience building relationships with media, writing press releases, securing media stories, and placing opinion pieces.
• Strong networks within African media outlets and networks with international media.
• Curiosity, attentiveness to detail, and strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with setting goals for communications efforts and measuring/communicating the performance of communications efforts against KPIs.
• Strong project management skills and ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work remotely in a productive manner, across multiple time zones, and within a matrixed environment.
• Passion for our mission, vision, and values.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English. Fluency in French is a plus.
• Legal ability to work in Kenya without sponsorship is required.