AMREF eCommunications Officer Job in Kenya

AMREF is the largest international health development non-governmental organization based in Africa.

Working with and through African communities, health systems and governments, AMREF aims to close the gap that prevents people from accessing their basic right to health.

Headquartered in Kenya, AMREF has programmes in Ethiopia, Uganda, Southern Sudan, Kenya, Tanzania and South Africa.

Employing over 800 staff and with an annual operating budget of approximately $70 million, AMREF is a knowledge resource for donors and partners.

For more information visit our website http://www.amref.org/.

We are seeking to fill the position of eCommunications Officer – Ref: CHR/11/08-15 to be based at AMREF Headquarters.

Job Title: eCommunications Officer

Directorate: Communications

Physical Location: AMREF Headquarters

Reports to: Director of Communications

Main Purpose of Job

To update and maintain AMREF’s E-communication tools to achieve user and audience satisfaction in support of the objectives of the communications and fund raising department.

Key Responsibilities

Information Management

Updating and maintaining AMREF’s E-Communication tools i.e websites, Intranet, newsletter, social mediaDeveloping improvements to E-communication toolsCreating, designing and releasing E-communication contentProviding support and training to AMREF E-Communication tool usersAnalysing web statistical data and creating monthly/quarterly reports on the use of AMREF’s E-business tools for evaluation and remittanceAdministration of security, hosting and maintenance of all E-Communication tools to ensure maximum up-timeEnsuring accuracy and useful content on AMREF websites and other e-communication toolsRequired Qualifications

Education and knowledge

Degree in CommunicationsWebsite development or related fieldUnderstanding of web statistics tools e.g Google Analytics3 years Website development, maintenance and content managementWriting for the webManagement of E-Business toolsAdobe Creative Suite applicationsWriting and editing skillsCreative with a flair for communication and designPlanning and organizationProactiveTeam workInterpersonalCommunication skillsConfidentialityEthicalIntegrityreliabilityAbility to work within deadlinesMental Competencies

Problem Analysis: The job requires a professional and analytical approach to E-Communication.

Flexible Thinking: The job requires creative problem solving within the framework of set corporate policies and procedures.

Decision Making: The job requires ability to make timely and well-considered decisions based on corporate policies

Communications

Oral

Internal: The job demands a high level of oral communication skills in order to effectively communicate with other departments and staff members

External: The job demands a high level of oral communication skills in order to effectively communicate with external parties including banks, debtors, creditors, country offices

Written

Internal: The job demands a high level of written communication skills in order to effectively communicate with other departments and staff members

External: The job demands a high level of written communication skills in order to effectively communicate with external parties including banks, debtors, creditors, country offices and donors

Environmental Conditions

Corporate Policies, Systems, Procedures and Methods

The job demands a thorough understanding of corporate culture and Human Resource Management policies and procedures

Work Environment

Normal office environment

Hours of Work

Normal working hours. Job holder may be required to work outside normal working hours due to the nature of the work in general

How to apply

If you feel that you meet the criteria, complete the online application form here attaching your CV. We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. We encourage those interested to send their applications by Friday, 09 September 2011.

AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.

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