Communications Officer at Lutheran World Federation

The purpose of the Communications Officer role is to ensure that LWF’s communications are effective, targeted and credible. The position will develop and implement strategies to raise LWF’s media profile, as well as the profile of issues related to refugees and the host community in Turkana West Sub County. The Communications Officer will work with relevant LWF sectors to develop strategies and create content to support LWF’s publicity objectives and strengthens LWF’s role as a trusted voice in refugee and host community matters. The incumbent will report directly to the Area Manager or his/her designate

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain relationships with accredited journalists and media outlets.
• Implement and evaluate LWF’s Communication strategy in consultation with the Senior Management.
• Monitor daily media and advice on reactive media opportunities.
• Develop and pitch proactive media opportunities in consultation with LWF senior management.
• Write and distribute media releases with LWF communications.
• Lead production of LWF’s communication materials including an e-newsletter, Sector
• Bulletins, brochures and promotional material.
• Lead and monitor implementation of a practical guide for all external and (where
• appropriate) internal communications materials.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of communication strategies for events, forums and policy submissions.
• Develop, implement and evaluate LWF’s social media strategy in consultation with MEAC Unit.
• Develop online communication content and materials including video, audio etc.
• Provide monthly reports to the MEAC Unit.
• Actively protect children in every aspect of work and personal life, by preventing harm and porting child abuse.

Education/Professional Designations/Experience:

• A university degree or associate degree in communications, graphic design, social sciences, journalism, international relations or related field from an accredited/recognized institute./
• A minimum of three years’ experience working with an international nongovernmental organization, media outlets, photojournalism and videography.
• Have a certificate in communication techniques such as Photography, Videography and Graphic Design.
• Experience in online communications, including developing and implementing online strategies/content, social media pages and maintaining websites.
• Must possess a certificate of Good Conduct.
• Actively protect children in every aspect of work and personal life by preventing harm and reporting child abuse.
• have successfully undertaken the relevant TPD modules, at least one on EiE and INEE
• demonstrate ability to supervise, mentor and provide professional support to other teachers; have a valid Teaching Certificate;

Other Specific Skill Requirements:

• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Good I.T. skills.
• Presentation skills.
• Ability to prioritize and plan effectively.
• Awareness of different media agendas.
• Team orientation.
• Respect for diversity.
• Monitoring abilities.
• Versatility
• Relationship building skills.
• and gender issues in education
• High level of integrity, commitment and professional responsibility.
• Ability to tolerate cultural, educational and religious diversity in the work place.
• Good analytical and problem solving skills.