Communication/Information Technology Officer at Africa Mental Health Research and Training Foundation

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for writing press, annual newsletters, creating and managing the Foundation’s blog posts.
• Promote communications and marketing materials through appropriate social media channels.
• Ensure that all communications and promotion materials align with Foundation’s brand standards.
• Maintain social media image by regularly updating Twitter, Facebook and blog accounts
• Stay up-to-date on social media trends and make recommendation for adjustment where necessary.
• Compile materials in close consultation with Project Coordinators for updating the website on a regular basis.
• Maintaining the organization’s email account, responding promptly to all info inquiries but in consultation with a relevant officer and escalating issues whenever necessary.
• Maintenance, servicing of computers and updating all IT equipment.
• Guarding and checking out against hacking, and take immediate action as necessary.
• Maintain and trouble shoot all network and computer related issues as directed by the relevant officer.
• Update and upload all news items about the foundation, our partners/collaborators on the Foundation website with consultation with relevant officers.
• Maintain digital media archives including photos and videos.
• Assist in marketing and advertising promotional activities on social media.
• Help organize conferences, workshops, press or any other promotional events.
• Design, brand and print study materials when needed.
• Maintain the organization’s brand.
• Any other duties as reasonably assigned by Management.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in communication and information technology, marketing or related field required.
• 2 years’ experience in communication or a similar position.
• Proficiency in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.).
• Fluency in oral and written English and Kiswahili.
• Proficiency in the use of infographics.
• Proven knowledge of both communication and promotional practices.
• Knowledge of branding and graphic design will be an added advantage.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills.
• Knowledge of adobe Photoshop, InDesign, web design and illustrator will be an asset.