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  • Posted: Jun 6, 2018
    Deadline: Jun 7, 2018
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    Centre for Health Solutions - Kenya (CHS) is a local, not-for-profit organisation. We understand the local context, make use of local expertise and strategic partnerships to ensure we implement evidence-informed solutions and interventions to address existing and emerging public health concerns.
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    Communications Manager

    Job Details

    The holder of the position shall be responsible for the development and execution of CHS’s Communications Strategy, as well as coordinating and managing the development and production of corporate and program communication initiatives in close collaboration with the organization’s senior management and unit managers.

    Job Responsibilities

    • Implementation of communication strategy, policies and procedures to support the realization of CHS strategic goals;
    • Organise and coordinate corporate and special public relations activities including media engagement to promote CHS activities
    • Provide leadership in the management and execution of corporate branding and compliance to donor branding and marking requirements
    • Take lead in the implementation of the CHS digital media agenda
    • Oversee development of regular communication material to all stakeholders, including but not limited to newsletters, annual reports, website updates, policy briefs, position statement, brochures, fliers, pamphlets and other IEC materials
    • Develop approaches to manage the growth of the CHS brand at county level, nationally, regionally and internationally
    • Advise management on key public relations issues;
    • Build the capacity of staff in basic interpersonal, public relations, communication and client- relationship management skills;
    • Support CHS teams in the development of key messaging for resource mobilization and program activities;
    • Monitor public engagement, comments and feedback about the organization and providing appropriate responses;
    • Perform any other lawful duties that you may be assigned from time to time.

    Qualifications

    • A Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Communications, Public Relations, Media studies, Journalism or their equivalent from a recognized University;
    • Postgraduate diploma in Journalism for candidates with a non-journalism degree;
    • Masters degree could be an advantage
    • Have at least seven (7) years’ experience in developing and implementing Corporate Communications programs
    • Is a member of a relevant professional body such as Public Relations Society of Kenya (PRSK)

    Key Competencies

    • Excellent working knowledge of MS Office and desktop publishing software particularly Adobe Creative Suite and web content management systems
    • Familiarity with the standards of writing, copy editing, and proofreading;
    • Ability to improve written content with attention to detail;
    • Good interpersonal and group communication skills;
    • Excellent Writing Skills; and
    • Assertive and a team player.

    Method of Application

    Interested applicants are invited to email their applications and detailed CV with contact

    details of three referees to vacancies@chskenya.org clearly indicating the subject title as Communications Manager, by 5.00 PM, Thursday, June 7, 2018. CV will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

    Centre for Health Solutions-Kenya is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

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