Job Description
Communications and Outreach Manager will oversee and manage all areas of project
communications and reporting. He or she will oversee the program communications and
branding strategy, and ensure that all communications platforms comply with USAID regulations
and contractual requirements and are delivered on time. This position will report directly to the
Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Lead.
Specific Duties
• Take lead in preparing the Communication and Branding Strategy for the program in
close liaison with the MEL Lead, the Chief of Party and USAID team.
• Take lead in preparing external communications materials, including media campaigns,
project success stories, and other communications products for dissemination to project
stakeholders, beneficiaries, and partners.
• Build the capacity of the program staff in developing content from project activities.
• Integrate, edit, and finalize program communications products, including draft written
materials, success stories, press releases, and regular reporting requirements (monthly,
quarterly etc.)
• Maintain and develop content for the project’s website in coordination with the IT team
and USAID team
• Work with program staff to develop and produce marketing, outreach, and materials for
events.
• Manage and store all documents and reports in the agreed reporting system for the
program
• Serve as liaison with media groups to cover specific and relevant project activities, such
as opening and closing ceremonies further serve as the point of contact for local media
inquiries.
• Provide quality assurance on USAID branding and marking.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders, including institutional and private sector partners, to
increase program visibility and maximize coordination.
• Monitor press coverage—including news wires, local newspapers, television and radio.
• Coordinate on-demand information for USAID or other stakeholders.
• Represent the Western Kenya Water program at events and meetings as required.
Education and Experience:
• Degree in communication, journalism, public relations or equivalent qualification.
Master’s degree qualification in relevant field a definite advantage.
• At least 7 years’ relevant experience, with demonstrated working exposure in
development communication. At least 2 years in a managerial position.
• Demonstrated competencies in development of products such as communication
materials, documentation and publication (including web-based documentation) in
program implementation
• Knowledge of computer systems and applications, especially those related to interactive
digital media
• Advanced level of proficiency in publishing software and MS Office applications i.e.
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, Outlook, etc.
• Strong communication skills, both interpersonal and written, to fulfill the technical and
managerial responsibilities proposed.
• Previous experience and knowledge management for USAID or other international
donor-funded programs desired.
If you are interested and meet the above qualifications, please apply by sending your CV with
a cover letter indicating names of at least three referees indicating the position title in the subject
line to vacancy@kenyamarkets.org. Deadline for receiving applications is October 22, 2021.
Kenya Markets Trust is an equal opportunity employer. Female Candidates are strongly
encouraged to apply
Only shortlisted Candidates will be contacted.