Incentive Communications Assistant at Boma Projects

 JOB SUMMARY

The Incentive Communications Assistant will provide hands-on communications support to BOMA, with a primary base in Kakuma and regular travel to other field locations as assigned. Working under the guidance of the Communications Manager, the role will support the timely collection, development, production, and distribution of high-quality content that shows BOMA’s work and impact. The position combines field storytelling, photography and videography, digital communications, basic graphic design, content management, and communications support for program, donor, partner, and organizational activities.

The role is intended for a qualified incentive staff member with strong practical communications skills, sound judgment, creativity, and the ability to work independently in the field while remaining closely aligned with BOMA’s Communications team, brand standards, safeguarding requirements, and approval processes.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Demonstrated practical skills and experience in communications, journalism, media, digital marketing, graphic design, photography, videography, or a related area. Formal qualifications are an added advantage but are not required where the candidate can demonstrate the relevant skills and experience.
• Practical experience in photography, videography, content creation, social media, journalism, storytelling, graphic design, or related communications work.
• Ability to use photography and video equipment confidently and to capture clear, well-composed visual content in field settings.
• Working knowledge of basic design and editing tools such as Canva, Adobe applications, CapCut, or similar tools.
• Good writing and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop clear captions, short stories, interview notes, and field updates in English. Knowledge of Kiswahili and relevant local languages is an added advantage.
• Good digital literacy, including familiarity with social media platforms, smartphones, computers, file-sharing systems, and basic content management processes.
• Strong organization and attention to detail, including the ability to manage files, meet deadlines, follow instructions, and maintain accurate information.
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly to field locations, work in dynamic environments, and occasionally support activities outside normal working hours when communications coverage requires it.
• Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, cultural sensitivity, and respect when working with participants, colleagues, partners, and external stakeholders.