Communication Specialist at Kenya Markets Trust

RE: CS/08/2017 

Reporting to the Head of Fundraising and Communication, the position will provide professional technical communication services to support the KMT’s activities. He/she will also support implementation of KMT’s Corporate Communication strategy and coordination of events.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support development and implementation of KMT’s Communication strategy.
• Manage KMT’s internal and external communication in line with established organization standards.
• Assist in production and editing of information and communication materials e.g. brochures, fact sheets, newsletter and documentaries and their dissemination.
• Ensure that all final documents are of high quality and adhere to KMT’s Style and Citation Standards/Guidelines.
• Develop a database of key local and international contacts, distribution lists for various reports, bulletins, and other documentation.
• Manage the organization website and social media accounts i.e. Twitter, Facebook, Linkedin etc. ensuring that they are up to date and share with relevant staff any queries        and suggestions from the ‘online community’.
• Manage timely production and distribution of KMT’s newsletter on a monthly basis.
• Responsible for media management ensuring high quality media coverage of KMT activities.
• Support and coordinate organization events.

Key Qualifications:

• A degree in communication, journalism, public relations or equivalent qualifications.
• At least 4 years working experience, with demonstrated working exposure in the communication field.
• Demonstrated competencies in development of products such as communication materials, documentation and publication (including web-based documentation) in                    programme implementation.
• Proven ability to effectively manage relationships with media representatives, government officials, NGOs, community groups and other partners.
• Knowledge of computer systems and applications, especially those related to interactive digital media.
• Strong interpersonal skills; the ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels, taking into account cultural and language difficulties.
• Ability to use communication tools and equipment such as pictures, video footage, writing and editing skills.