Communications Lead at East Africa Market Development Associates (EAMDA)

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Communications Strategy and Planning
• Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive programme communications strategy aligned with donor and organisational requirements
• Ensure consistent messaging, branding, and positioning across all internal and external communication products
• Align communications planning with programme milestones, learning agendas, and reporting cycles
• Content Development and Knowledge Translation
• Produce and oversee high-quality communication products including case studies, success stories, briefs, newsletters, and digital content
• Translate technical programme results, data, and learning into accessible, audience-appropriate messaging
• Work closely with the MEAL team to ensure evidence-based storytelling and accuracy
• Donor Visibility, Branding, and Compliance
• Ensure full compliance with donor visibility, branding, and acknowledgement guidelines across all communication outputs
• Support donor reporting and reviews through visual documentation, human-interest stories, and communication annexes
• Maintain accurate records of donor visibility and attribution compliance
• Media, Digital Platforms, and Stakeholder Engagement
• Manage relationships with media houses, communications consultants, and digital content partners
• Oversee programme digital platforms including website updates and social media channels
• Support communications for stakeholder forums, B2B events, exposure visits, and learning convenings
• Internal Communications and Coordination
• Strengthen internal communication across programme teams and partners
• Support documentation and dissemination of programme knowledge, learning, and innovations

Required Qualifications

Education

• Master’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Development Communication, or a related field from a recognized institution

Professional Certification

• Certification in strategic communications, digital media, or development communications is an added advantage

Required Experience

• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive professional experience in communications roles
• Demonstrated senior-level experience supporting donor-funded or development programmes
• Proven experience leading communications strategy, donor visibility, and stakeholder engagement
• Experience in youth development, entrepreneurship, or private sector development programmes is an added advantage