Reports to: Senior Manager-Governance and Advocacy
Job Location: Nairobi with frequent travel to the field in Nairobi’s informal settlements, Marsabit and Kisumu
Contract Details:
One (1) Year Fixed Term Contract
Monthly Salary Kes 105,699
Medical Cover (1 Principal + 2 Dependants)
Life Assurance Cover
Personal Accident Cover
Job Summary:
To increasing Concern Kenya’s influence, visibility and public engagement by telling the story of our work in a way that is inspiring timely and relevant and engaging various audiences- our communities, staff, partners, government, donors and supporters encouraging them to take action and increase their support.
Job Specification:
· A Degree in Communication, Journalism or other relevant field
· Three (3) years’ experience developing and implementing communication strategies and relevant experience in advocacy in the humanitarian/development sector. Demonstrable experience working with local and international media, blogging and social media engagement and resource mobilization.
· Good understanding of programme cycle management and application of advocacy strategies to promote positive development outcomes.
· Excellent communication & interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams.
· Excellent professional writing and editing and photography skills.
· Excellent networking, coordination, analytical and problem solving skills
· Proven competency in the use of computer applications
· Proficient in Computer applications
· Fluent in both spoken and written English and Kiswahili. Fluency in local language and hails from the community.
How to apply:
Interested candidates, who meet the requirements, should send their CV and cover letter to nairobi.hr@concern.net with the subject of the email as ‘Senior Officer Advocacy and Communication’. The closing date for applications is Sunday, 30th April 2017.
Each application should include three (3) referees who can validate technical expertise.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.
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