Communications Officer at Practical Action Kenya
Practical Action is an international development
organization with a vision for a world that works better for everyone.
In Kenya, we have been active since 1990, implementing
impactful programmes that have changed lives. We are a trusted partner to the
national and county governments, private sector, communities, funders and
development organizations. We operate offices in Nairobi, Kisumu and Kakamega.
Practical Action is seeking to recruit a Communications
Officer to supports the execution of the regional communications
strategy. The successful candidate will collaborate with communications and
program teams across Africa and globally to create compelling content, lead
impactful campaigns, and support strategic advocacy and communications
initiatives.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Manage
Practical Action’s Africa Directorate social media Pages and all
communications resources and tools.
- Draft,
edit and produce content for internal and external communications
materials (in both
- English
and French), including but not limited to memos, emails, reports, and
social media posts.
- Conduct
research, draft reports and create engaging presentations on relevant
topics related and relevant to Practical Action’s work in Africa and
the sector at large.
- Support
the coordination of external engagement, and facilitation of events, and
workshops.
- Collaborate
with country communications teams across Africa to align messaging,
deliver joint initiatives, and strengthen regional visibility.
- Work
closely with global colleagues to carry out joint tasks and contribute to
the work of the Africa Directorate.
- Contribute
to the development and implementation of regional communications plans,
ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and key
moments.
- Maintain
a repository of communications materials and assets, ensuring quality,
consistency, and accessibility across the region.
- Lead
the planning and delivery of regional communications campaigns, aligned
with key advocacy and engagement moments.
- Support
advocacy and influencing efforts by developing content, messaging and
materials for events, high-level engagements, and policy
dialogues.
- Lead
the planning and coordination of capacity strengthening initiatives for
country communications teams across Africa.
PERSON PROFILE
To be successful in the role, the ideal candidate should
meet the following requirements:
Experience & Knowledge
- Bachelor’s
degree in communications, journalism, international development, or a
related field.
- At
least 2 years’ experience working with an international organization
in a related or relevant capacity.
- Proficiency
in writing and editing for communications with acute attention to
detail and nuance.
- Familiarity
with social media platforms and content management systems.
- Excellent
verbal communication and presentation abilities.
- Proven
experience in research, data analysis, or insight generation within a
communications context.
- Ability
to interpret and translate research findings into compelling
narratives.
- Familiarity
with research methods (surveys, interviews, media analysis, digital
analytics).
- Strong
organizational and time management skills.
- Capable
of working both independently and as part of a team.
- Dedication
to international sustainable development and
- Proficient
in English and French, both oral and in writing.
- Strong
interpersonal and intercultural skills for effective communication
with international teams.
- Knowledge
of gender transformation, inclusion, diversity.
- Knowledge
of the climate and socio-economic context in the Africa Region.
Essential
- Skilled
in professional photography and videography using professional grade
equipment.
- Skilled
in graphic Design, including use of software such as Adobe Premier
Pro
- Demonstrated
Experienced in creative content development for social media.
- Strong
planning and organizational skills to manage multiple communication
activities and deadlines.
- Ability
to coordinate input from programme teams, partners, and external
service providers.
- Experience
managing communication calendars, campaigns, and publication
timelines.
- Strong
understanding of African development contexts, media landscapes, and
communication sensitivities.
- Ability
to communicate effectively with diverse teams across countries and
cultures.