Communications Director at RTI International

Position Description

RTI is seeking a Communications Director for the anticipated WKSP project. The Communications Director will be responsible for designing and implementing strategic communications and outreach strategies to support WKSP goals. The individual in this position will also produce both multi-media communication products to break down complex activities and technical information for varying audiences. The Communications Director will provide logistics and communications support at events. This position will be based in Kisumu, Western Kenya, and report to the Chief of Party.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the design and implementation of strategic communications and outreach strategies that support project goals, in full compliance with USAID rules and regulations and the WSKP Branding and Marking Implementation Plans.
• Lead all internal and external communications reporting in coordination with COP and USAID, including social media, success stories, annual and quarterly reports, etc.  
• Produce high-quality print and electronic communications products that translate complex activities, technical information, and research findings into understandable, meaningful messages for a variety of audiences.
• Lead development of knowledge products, together with technical staff, that may include technical publications, reports, learning briefs, updates/newsletters, brochures, presentations, videos, posters, social media content.
• Provide logistics and communications support at events, including preparing press releases, announcements, social media posts; organizing photography and videography as required.
• Supports the development of Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC) processes and strategies to promote sanitation management and improved Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) products and services, including county-level awareness activities and communication campaigns.
• Liaise with RTI home office communications team and technical project staff.
• Interact with PR agencies, media, publication firms etc. under guidance of COP.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Communication, Advertising, Public Relations, English literature, or related field relevant field and 9 years of relevant field experience in communication and outreach; or bachelor’s degree and 12 years of experience. 
• Communications experience on donor-funded projects required, experience on a USAID-funded project preferred. 
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing SBCC campaigns, preferably in the health or WASH sectors.
• Experience in social media strategies, platforms and delivery of campaigns is required. 
• Experience preparing communications plans.  
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically about communications objectives.  
• Strong interpersonal/relationship building skills. 
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines under pressure.  
• Proficiency in English is required.
• Work experience in Kenya required.