Communications Officer – Public Relations, Kenya

Communications Officer – Public Relations, Kenya

AMREF is looking for an organised, highly motivated and results-oriented individual to join a dynamic team working towards better health for Africa. This position reports to the Country Director and is stationed in Nairobi

Purpose of JobTo effectively communicate the policies, services, and interests of AMREF to relevant audiences/publics through appropriate channels.

Key Responsibilities

Planning, developing and implementing PR strategies in liaison with the Country Programme and AMREF Headquarters
Media communication: In liaison with the Country Director, Headquarters, and other key colleagues, organise media briefings and interviews
Researching, writing and dissemination of information to targeted media and other audiences in close collaboration with Communications Headquarters
Collating and analysing media coverage
Organising and conducting media project visits
Writing and editing in-house publications, articles, speeches and reports, including newsletters, case studies, human interest stories
Preparing and supervising the production of publicity materials, including brochures, flyers, photographs and promotional films
Organising events, including exhibitions, open days and project launches
Collating and updating information on the website in liaison with the Communications team at Headquarters
Supporting AMREF corporate fundraising initiatives
Strengthening community involvement and relations through various channels and events
Supporting and co-ordinating donor and visitor programmes

Qualifications and CompetenciesThe ideal candidate should be a team player with the following qualities:

A first degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or related field
At least four years of relevant work experience in writing, editing and publication
Experience in technical writing, graphic design and audio-visual production
Excellent written and verbal communication negotiation and networking skills
Ability to prioritise and multitask
Ability to exercise confidentiality, tact and discretion when dealing with diverse groups of people.

This is a challenging opportunity for dedicated and development-oriented professional. If you meet the qualifications specified above, send your application letter include remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees and CV to the Human Resources Manager, AMREF in Kenya, by email to recruitment@amref.org

Please quote the position and reference number (KCO/HR/022/2011) in the subject matter. The closing date for submitting applications is June 10, 2011. We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.