Openings at World Vision Kenya

Key Responsibilities:

Planning and Reporting

• Collaborate with the Communications Manager to strategize and execute communication content plans for the Programs/projects of the Livelihood & Resilience Technical Program.
• Participate in the design of communications business plans and initiatives that ensures the program delivers on high-value results. 

Content Development for IMARA, RESAF, and CRIFSUP

• Craft Compelling Narratives; Develop and curate high-quality stories centered on the programs with a focus on children that showcase the tangible impact of World Vision's initiatives. These narratives should be tailored for optimal engagement across digital platforms and be suitable for marketing, fundraising, and public outreach campaigns, Media, Internal, Emergency & Advocacy
• Curate Topical and Timely Content focused on Climate Change; Identify and generate content that aligns with the programs’ core priorities, ensuring relevance to global events, awareness days, and significant moments. This proactive approach aims to engage audiences effectively and deepen their connection with our programs.
• Centralized Content Dissemination; Systematically share and distribute developed stories and content, ensuring that the material is accessible through recognized and approved information management systems.
• Uphold Organizational Protocols in Content Creation; Ensure that all content adheres to World Vision's safeguarding guidelines, brand guidelines, and other pertinent protocols to maintain the organization's integrity and protect its beneficiaries.
• Engage in Feedback Loops and Audience Analysis; Regularly gather feedback on released content, analyze audience responses, and adjust content strategies based on these insights to optimize engagement and resonance with the target demographics.
• Stay Updated with Content Development Trends; Invest time in continuous learning and professional development to stay abreast of the latest trends in content creation, storytelling, and digital engagement, ensuring the programs remain current and effective.
• Collaborate with Multimedia Teams; Work closely with video, photography, and design teams to ensure cohesive multimedia content production, optimizing the narrative and visual appeal for maximum audience impact.

Media Relations

• Develop and maintain key media contacts and build strategic relationships with media in Kenya, including international correspondents.
• Proactively pursue opportunities to pitch compelling story ideas including press releases to the media.
• Facilitate and coordinate the program’s engagement with the media in Kenya to position the programs as credible voices for children and voice of authority on advocacy, humanitarian and development issues.
• Coordinate, plan and facilitate media visits to World Vision’s programmes

Others

• Participate in Trans teams and support other initiatives by partners in the spirit of integration
• Any other duties as might be assigned from time to time

KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism or a related discipline
• At least 5 years of working experience as a writer/reporter in media company or an international development organization focus on communications
• Experience in writing and producing content for NRM/Environment and Climate Change (ECC) and other L&R initiatives will be preferred
• Excellent writing, editing and photography skills.
• Experience creating content for digital platforms i.e. websites and social media. Experience in media, the humanitarian sector and donor engagement. 
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft office Agile, proactive and driven personality.
• Demonstrates creativity and innovation. 
• Ability to achieve results working in a multicultural context and with diverse teams.
• Ability to work harmoniously within teams, meet tight deadlines under pressure.
• Strong collaborative, networking and influencing skills. Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Photo editing skills are desirable
• Media Council of Kenya accreditation
• Public Relations Society of Kenya Member

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Key Responsibilities:

30%

Support Implementation & monitoring of IMARA Program

• Under the guidance of the Program Director, manage day-to-day and provide support to iMARA  Program Secretariat.
• Support effective and timely management of donor/consortium needs, queries and requests.
• Contribute to the processes of creating linkages with other partners
• Support MEAL Advisor to coordinate and monitor program processes with Consortium Partners;
• Support program staff with People and Culture related processes e.g. contract renewals, performance agreements, appraisals among others.
• Prepare regular inputs to status and progress reports in collaboration with various groups.
• In collaboration with MEAL officer, promote organizational learning culture particularly through creation and sharing of knowledge by synthesizing and documenting findings and lessons learned success stories and best practices, strategies and approaches of the groups and drafting relevant materials for dissemination.
• Support organization and documentation of consortium learning and sharing forums in consultation with MEAL officer and communications officer in dissemination of knowledge/best practice, challenges, and knowledge gaps.

30%

Administrative Support

• Maintains confidential records for the Program Director;
• Manage office correspondence and documentation Assists other team members in preparing and formatting documents, including PowerPoint presentations.
• Develops and maintains an efficient filing system for the team, including assistance in processing calls for proposals as required;
• Maintains a tracking system of responses to sub grantees;
• Maintains and updates team’s databases and mailing lists using and Maintains team members’ contacts using;
• Contributes to electronic filing of team documents.
• Organizes regular team meetings and conference calls/videoconferences, including the preparation and distribution of documents and providing the necessary technical devices.
• Takes minutes of regular team meetings and other meetings as required.
• Assists in the coordination of the Secretariat process by tracking Program completion for the programs, scheduling interviews as necessary and e-filing the final document.
• Liaises with Regional Office staff as required and provides assistance to National Office staff when visiting Secretariat.
• Assists in the orientation of new staff, interns, research fellows and consultants by providing them with the necessary documents and materials for orientation; and
• Works with other Partner Organizations to coordinate work activities, meet deadlines, and provide support where needed.
• Performs other related duties in accordance with instructions from team members.

20%

Workshops and Events,

• Liaises with members and partners to coordinate logistical arrangements for workshops.
• Liaises with Program team and other agencies regarding venue, travel, hotels, and with Catering Services staff for provision, room organization and logistics.
• Liaises with and assists program recipients and consultants as required to ensure smooth functioning of activities.
• Coordinates and disseminates all internal and external material, including publicity and background documents and coordinates appropriate mailings or distribution.
• Prepares training kits or information packages and sends material to participants in a timely manner; and
• Coordinates registration process and acts as contact person for the participants.
• Well-coordinated events and workshops

15%

Travel Management,

• Responsible for planning and consolidation of trip plans and reports; Maintains and regularly updates travel plans.
• Provides updated reports to the team and Director.
• Communicates with travel agency to obtain Support and supports visas requesting and prepares supporting travel documents.

5%

Any Other

Work experience Required Professional Experience

• Must have at least 3 years’ relevant experience working.
• 2 years’ experience in project management of projects in Livelihoods and Resilience will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in Computer especially in Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis programs such as SPSS, Stata, EPI Info.
• Possess excellent communication, facilitation, networking and relationship building skills.
• Ability to maintain donor and partner relations through timely and appropriate communications.

Required Education, training, license, registration, and certification

• Bachelor’s Degree NRM, Environmental studies, Agriculture, or related field from a recognized university.

Preferred Knowledge and Qualifications

• Must be a self-starter who is able to work under stress and with minimum supervision.
• Ability to influence multi-sectoral teams towards a given goal.
• Possess excellent knowledge of the Humanitarian Development Field