Feed the Children PR & Communications Officer Job 2015

Job Description

Position: PR & Communications Officer

Reporting to: PR & Communications Manager

Feed the Children is one of the World’s leading anti-hunger organizations and brings together caring individuals to create a world where no child goes to bed hungry.

Together, we help children by providing healthy food, safe water, education so that children and their families in all the countries where we work become independent.
 

Purpose of the Position: The Public Relations (PR) & Communications Officer will work with diverse teams to create, implement and maintain PR & Communications initiatives in the organization.
 

Roles and Responsibilities:

Coordinate office activities, manage information and facilitate internal and external operations related to PR & Communications using the necessary tools and channels of communication

Support in coordination of communication campaigns that reach to internal and external stakeholders in line with organizational activities, procedures, promotional activities, and events

Capture ongoing activities and development in the organization which may help in fundraising and marketing and also for publicity in the organizations’ website and social media sites.

Support in developing success stories to be used in fundraising & marketing and assist in gathering relevant information for organizations’ publications

Support in media engagement and management

Support in the production of promotional material and publications, including brochures, flyers, posters, electronic promotions, calendars, and other publicity support materials.

Work hand in hand with all units in the organization to ensure communication procedure are well adhered to and important success stories are captured for Marketing and Fundraising.

Effectively communicate Feed the Children brand to all staff and ensure staff adhere to brand guidelines

Perform any other duties that contribute to the organizations growth in creating a world where no child goes to bed hungry

Qualifications

Degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or similar field.

At least 3 years’ relevant experience in PR & Communications (preferably in the nonprofit sector)

Fully conversant with ICT and office applications with experience of using desktop publishing software

Relevant Knowledge and Skills

Excellent written and oral communications skills, with ability to adapt style to suit different audiences

Excellent photography skills

Creative and innovative approach to communications and branding.

Up-to-date on new opportunities for the not-for-profit sector

Excellent collaboration, team work and interpersonal skills

Good events organizing capabilities

Creativity, innovation and ability to take initiative

Ability to work well in a multicultural environment across different geographical locations.

Knowledge and good understanding of Children related policies and rights.

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements of the above position, please send your application letter, detailed CV, phone and email contacts of three (3) reference to hr@feedthechildren.co.ke indicating the position in your subject line by 7th September 2015.

Please note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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