Communications and Marketing Manager Jobs in Kenya

Communications and Marketing Manager Jobs in Kenya


Summary of Primary Duties

  • The Communications and Marketing Manager will oversee and manage all areas of project communications and reporting.

  • He or she will oversee the KIWASH communications strategy and portfolio, and ensure that all communications platforms comply with USAID regulations and contractual requirements and are delivered on time.

  • Working closely with the Chief of Party and USAID, the Communications and Marketing Manager will prepare external communications materials, including media campaigns, project success stories, and other communications products for dissemination to project stakeholders, beneficiaries, and partners.

    Essential Duties

  • Implement the KIWASH communication strategy, including utilization of social media platforms, for internal and external communications.

  • Develop innovative communications products to actively engage KIWASH stakeholders across the region, including institutional and private sector partners.

  • Oversee KIWASH deliverables for reporting, including establishing KIWASH reporting schedules and developing reporting templates.

  • Build the capacity of KIWASH staff in developing content from project activities.

  • Collect and organize data-calls to the relevant programmatic teams to solicit information on progress of project activities and service delivery projects.

  • Integrate, edit, and finalize KIWASH communications products, including draft written materials, success stories, press releases, and regular reporting requirements (monthly, quarterly etc.)

  • Manage and store all documents in DAI’s management information system (TAMIS.)

  • Maintain and develop content for the project’s website in coordination with the IT team and USAID.

  • Work with KIWASH staff to develop and produce marketing, outreach, and materials for events.

  • Serve as the point of contact for local media inquiries.
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  • Review and edit project documents submitted by subcontractors and grantees.

  • Serve as liaison with media groups to cover specific and relevant project
    activities, such as opening and closing ceremonies.

  • Provide quality assurance on USAID branding and marking.

  • Liaise with relevant stakeholders, including institutional and private sector partners, to increase visibility and maximize coordination.

  • Monitor press coverage—including news wires, local newspapers, television and radio.

  • Coordinate on-demand information for USAID or other stakeholders.

  • Represent KIWASH at events and meetings as required.

    Supervisory Responsibilities

  • The Communications and Marketing Manager will supervise the Communications Specialist and Communications Officer.

    Qualifications

  • Strongly preferred master’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, literature or other related field.

  • At least 8 years of progressively responsible experience in communications, reporting, communications product development, and knowledge management for USAID or other international donor-funded programs.

  • Excellent writing skills and experience preparing well-researched reports;

  • Demonstrated experience designing strategic communications plans, developing and implementing knowledge management tools or systems, and developing content for social media platforms.
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  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with institutional and private‐sector partners and stakeholders in a multi‐country setting.

  • Proficiency with MS Office (Word and Power Point), graphic arts and/or desktop publishing software a plus.

  • Excellent writing, speaking, and reading skills in English.

    How to Apply

    For more information and job application details, see; Communications and Marketing Manager Jobs in Kenya

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