Vacancies at SOS Children's Villages

Position Summary

The Communications Officer will play a key role in implementing the organization’s communications and branding strategy to enhance visibility, advocacy, fundraising, and programme impact.

The role focuses on storytelling, digital engagement, media relations, and donor visibility, ensuring consistent and impactful communication across all platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Content Creation & Storytelling

• Develop high-quality communication materials including reports, stories, blogs, and multimedia content
• Produce compelling impact stories and case studies

Digital & Social Media Management

• Manage all social media platforms and website content
• Drive engagement, growth, and visibility through digital strategies

Media Relations

• Build relationships with media houses
• Coordinate press releases, interviews, and media coverage

Donor Visibility & Project Communications

• Support communication for donor-funded projects
• Ensure compliance with branding and visibility requirements

Strategic Communications & Branding

• Strengthen brand consistency across platforms
• Support organizational positioning and reputation management

Event & Advocacy Support

• Coordinate communication for events, campaigns, and advocacy initiatives
• Develop messaging and materials for stakeholder engagement

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, PR, or related field
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in communications or media
• Strong writing, storytelling, and digital communication skills
• Experience working in NGOs or development sector is an added advantage
• Proficiency in design and multimedia tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Suite)

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Job Summary

Reporting to the Program Administrator, the Reliever Driver is responsible for safely meeting the transportation needs of the Children’s Village and school. The role carries a high level of responsibility, as it involves the safety and well-being of children, staff, and visitors. The position holder must demonstrate professionalism and serve as a positive role model at all times.

Key Responsibilities

Transport Services

• Drive school buses and organizational vehicles safely and efficiently
• Transport staff, children, visitors, and official items as directed
• Record all trips and mileage accurately
• Ensure vehicles have sufficient fuel at all times

Safety of Children and Staff

• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations
• Ensure safe boarding and disembarking of children
• Follow planned routes and schedules
• Respond appropriately in case of accidents or emergencies

Vehicle Maintenance & Security

• Conduct daily vehicle safety checks
• Maintain cleanliness and good working condition of vehicles
• Report defects and ensure timely servicing and repairs
• Keep accurate maintenance and fuel records

General Duties

• Uphold SOS Children’s Villages values and safeguarding standards
• Perform duties in a professional and exemplary manner

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)
• Minimum 5 years’ driving experience, preferably in NGOs
• Valid Commercial / Class D Driving License
• Defensive Driving Certificate (AA Kenya or equivalent)
• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct
• First Aid Certificate (minimum one week)
• Occupational Trade Test III Certificate
• Clean driving record with no major traffic violations
• Experience driving a school bus is an added advantage