Communications and Knowledge Management Advisor at SNV Netherlands Development Organisation

Job Description

• SNV is seeking a dynamic and pragmatic professional to provide leadership and technical advice on project communication and knowledge management for SNV’s flagship multi-country projects on Climate and Business. As the Communications & KM Advisor you will work under the direct supervision of one of the three multi-country Project Managers (or country manager) and closely with the project Regional MEL Advisor, and the project teams in the different countries. 
• There will be technical coordination with CRAFT to achieve knowledge products (documents) for advocacy purposes with SNV partners at the country and global levels as well as communicate CRAFT work to the relevant partner through various channels. The key target groups are project teams, project partners (consortium and private sector partners), as well as the external audience of donors, private sector actors, government, and other relevant stakeholders. 

Roles and Responsibilities

• Support identification and documentation processes in the countries, especially Kenya.
• Design, produce and edit content and storylines for visual, audio, and social media.
• Undertake field visits and participate in planning, writing, and managing information updates, activity briefs, and other information products (media content including videos, photos and stories) for partners, and stakeholders as requested.
• Participating in media monitoring and sourcing for impact story tips for partner activities
• Assist with reporting of learning events
• Support in maintaining and updating the CRAFT social media sites and or write copy of posts
• Assisting in the production of press releases, and promotional materials.
• Give editorial support
• Maintain records of media coverage and collate analytics and metrics
• Part of team to plan and deliver communication campaigns and high-profile events i.e., national, and international conferences, seminars, and workshops aimed at boosting the visibility of CRAFT project, and increasing engagement with partners and stakeholders
• Track, research and analyze information on assigned topics/issues, gather information from diverse sources and help to assess news value and other potential impact, as well as to evaluate the effectiveness of information campaigns.
• Liaise with the MEL Manager to disseminate knowledge and learning products.
• General administrative and communications support as assigned
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Country Project Manager

Qualifications

• A university Degree in international relations, public relations, communication, or marketing.
• Possess a strong working knowledge of various communication tools, videography and photography.
• At least 8 years experience in the communication sector, particularly in the development sector especially in Climate Smart Agriculture practices, technologies and interventions.
• Have a high degree of organization and self-motivation
• Have the ability to multitask and keep multiple assignments in progress.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledgeable in Climate Smart Agriculture practices, technologies and interventions.
• Eager to learn and work with different partners and teams.
• Experience with online and social media communication strategies
• The ability to act as an effective and efficient team player.
• Willingness to travel as may be required