Communications Manager at Practical Action Kenya

About the role

Reporting to the Head of Impact & Influence; this highly influential role will shape Practical Action’s regional communication strategy and marketing approach with the private sector in the region.

• The Communications Manager will take lead in designing and delivering innovative communications and marketing strategies that inspire public and private support, influence policy decisions and achieve Practical Action’s strategic ambitions.
• The function will also be responsible for maintaining a positive public image of Practical Action and be responsible for rolling out Practical Action’s recently refreshed brand and new visual identity. The post holder will also be expected to build a team of sector experts to champion Practical Action’s strategic partnerships with corporates and opportunities with the growing private sector in Kenya and the region.
• She/he is also responsible for and managing the regional office’s media-related activities and ensuring that Practical Action in Africa and globally is able to exploit the opportunities presented by Nairobi’s position as a regional media hub.
• An experienced professional, you will have extensive experience and knowledge in ingenious marketing strategies.
• You will have at least five years working experience in communications and documentation and experience directly working in or with the private sector and on corporate partnerships.
• He/ She should possess excellent skills in social media planning, strategy and measurement. Proven ability to communicate verbally with a wide range of actors and audiences and fluency in Swahili or other regional languages is desirable.