Communications Expert – Assets to Adolescent Girls in Kenya

Communications Expert – Assets to Adolescent Girls in Kenya
Scope of Work: The Communications Expert will be responsible for the overall design, development and management of the programme’s communications strategy and the external outreach and visibility initiatives.
Duties and Responsibilities:

Implement an effective communications strategy to attract a diverse and sufficiently large volume of local and internal applications for the grantee programme

Manage the project’s public annual events such as; launch events, investor events, alumni events and policy relevant seminars

Make sure the programme’s digital platform is maintained and kept up to date

Lead effective external outreach campaigns, ensuring visibility of the Assets to Adolescent Girls programme with relevant audiences

Update and modify the project’s communications strategy to reflect evolving communications priorities and changes in the project structure

Manage innovative communications interventions in the region that contribute to the overall programme’s objectives

Implement innovative communications tools and programs to build knowledge and awareness of the grantee programme (i.e. mobile, radio, etc.)

Develop press releases to local media; video/documentaries for television and/or distribution

Monitor and communicate results
Requirements:

10 years of relevant experience

Experience working with international donor-funded projects preferably DFID, international non-governmental organisations on relevant programs in increasing economic growth, market development, employment and incomes

Strong knowledge of Africa and South Asia would be an advantage

Ability to effectively represent Assets to Adolescent Girls to the community and donors

Demonstrated ability to cultivate relationships with staff, donors, government counterparts and other stakeholders

Demonstrated experience working effectively in team environment

Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, strong facilitation, training, and writing abilities

Excellent communication skills and fluency in English is essential
Education: Advanced Degree in Communications/Media or other related field preferred
Anticipated Project Start Date: April 2014
Project Duration: Three to four years
Project Location: Nairobi, Kenya with occasional travel
How to Apply:
For full job description and application details, see: Communications Expert – Assets to Adolescent Girls in Kenya