Communications officer

What you will do

Lead the documentation and ensure consistent compliance with USAID requirements on weekly and other periodic communication updates from the Program.

Work with Information Technology and other Deloitte teams to create a vibrant database of USAID Tujenge Jamii impact stories and hence contribute to easy retrieval and access to outstanding project initiatives.

Provide capacity strengthening support to staff on key aspects of communication.

Participate in the partnerships and communications working group activities and support the evolution of a strong communication function within USAID Tujenge Jamii.

Work closely with the project Team leads to develop the impact/success stories that capture the project’s achievements across the supported counties.

Attend donor/philanthropy events and participate in project development forums to access networks to assist in gaining program visibility and accessing new avenues for resource mobilization.

Ensure sustained visibility for all USAID Tujenge Jamii activities using social media and other communication platforms in a responsible manner.

To assist with internal and external communication.

To assist with public relations including social media content and optimization.

Strengthen relations with media including Editor Level (media relations & engagements) as well as media monitoring.

Source and prepare engaging content that will be used to demonstrate progress of the project.

Assist with developing channels that will be required to effectively reach diverse audiences/stakeholders.

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field.

A professional qualification in Public Relations and/or Corporate Communications desirable.

Minimum five years’ experience in communications for global organizations and/or in major transformation programmes.

Good understanding of internal communications and employee engagement, especially involving global audiences.

Experience of working in wider marketing disciplines, including assisting with marketing collateral.

Excellent communication skills (written & verbal).

Ability to develop strong working relationships and to team across boundaries (geographical and functional).

Creativity and innovation.

Focus on continuous improvement.

Strong project management and delivery skills.

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