The Maa Trust Communications Manager Jobs in Kenya
The Maa Trust Communications Manager Jobs in Kenya;The Communications Manager will lead The Maa Trust’s communications function, responsible for strategy, brand management, and donor engagement through impactful storytelling. The role focuses on building relationships, growing donor confidence, and demonstrating results through clear and creative communication.
This is not a grant‑writing position. Instead, it requires a communications professional who can manage the full donor cycle—from cultivation to stewardship—using storytelling, media, and digital tools to raise visibility and inspire support.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Communications Strategy & Planning
Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy aligned with organisational priorities
Define key messages, audiences, and channels to strengthen visibility
Manage annual communications calendar and monitor KPIs (reach, engagement, donor retention, media mentions, analytics)
Evaluate communication effectiveness and recommend improvements
Storytelling & Content Development
Lead creation of newsletters, donor reports, blogs, social media posts, photography, and short films
Collect authentic stories and visuals from programme teams
Maintain central content and image library with informed consent
Produce materials aligned with brand guidelines and ethical storytelling principles
Support leadership team with speeches and presentations
Fundraising Through Communications
Implement communications‑based fundraising approach focused on donor retention and growth
Prepare concept notes, letters of interest, and donor updates
Coordinate donor visits, media tours, and events
Create donor dashboards and impact stories
Brand Management
Safeguard and strengthen The Maa Trust’s brand identity
Develop and maintain brand/style guide and train staff
Oversee production of branded materials (brochures, signage, reports, plaques)
Media & Public Relations
Build relationships with local, national, and international media
Draft press releases and coordinate interviews/media visits
Manage reputation and crisis communications
Represent The Maa Trust at events
and public forums
Systems & Digital Tools
Establish communications systems (templates, archives, approvals, tracking)
Maintain photo/video library with consent documentation
Oversee website updates, social media management, and analytics
Introduce and manage tools such as Canva, Mailchimp, Hootsuite, Google Analytics
Internal Communications & Capacity Building
Coordinate internal updates/newsletters
Build staff capacity for storytelling and donor communications
Mentor and supervise Communications Assistant
Foster culture of documentation, transparency, and celebration of success
Qualifications, Experience & Core Competencies
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, PR, Marketing, or related field (Master’s preferred)
Minimum 5 years’ experience in communications, fundraising, or external relations in non‑profit, conservation, or development sectors
Experience developing communication strategies and managing donor communications
Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills
Proficiency in digital platforms and tools (CMS, Canva, Mailchimp, Hootsuite, Google Analytics)
Experience in photography, video production, or commissioning multimedia content is an asset
Strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and donor/media engagement ability
Highly organised with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
Experience in conservation, tourism, or rural development contexts in Kenya/East Africa is an advantage
How to apply
For more information and job application details, see; The Maa Trust Communications Manager Jobs in Kenya
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