Hatua Network Communications Officer Jobs in Mombasa, Kenya
Hatua Network Communications Officer Jobs in Mombasa, Kenya
About the roleTo meet our ambitious and exciting growth goals we have created this new full-time communications role in our small, dynamic and growing fundraising & communications team focused on showcasing our work and impact, cultivating interest and support in Hatua’s work, strengthening Hatua’s relationships with existing partners and building relationships with new donors.
You will position Hatua’s programs to donors and the general public in ways that resonates with their passion to create impact and stirs them to take action. Your success will mean continued support from existing donors and new partners joining our cause.
This is an ideal role for someone passionate about youth development who has great writing and persuasion skills to bring Hatua’s stories to life through words and pictures in a way that excites
potential partners to be part of our work.
Your responsibilities will include:
Developing engaging content and messaging for Hatua’s various audiences:
Mapping out our different audiences and developing relevant messaging and calls for action for each in line with our program and fundraising goals
Drafting content for, designing layouts and sending quarterly newsletters, insider newsletters for key stakeholders and our end of year fundraising campaign
Creating a social media schedule and creating regular social media posts that drive visibility and position the work we do
Maintaining up to date content on Hatua’s website
Writing at least 2 blog posts per month
Collecting and maintaining up to date
communications materials
Conducting program site visits to collect stories, photos and videos from students and staff
Identifying and documenting student and alumni success stories to ensure we have great evidence and stories that showcase our activities and impact
Regularly updating Hatua’s profile & publicity materials
Organizing and backing up photos and important communications materials
Driving regular communication that helps donors feel emotionally connected to Hatua’s work
Sending prompt thank you letters and entering up to date donor details into Hatua’s Donor Management System, as well as optimizing Hatua’s use of our DMS.
Selecting stories, photos, and layout for all external reports.
Drafting and designing Hatua’s Annual Report.
Tracking the impact of Hatua’s communication campaigns
Tracking communications progress by monitoring relevant metrics and goals and tweaking strategies as required
Maintaining monthly donation reports and total amount raised
Tracking social media, newsletter and other numbers
Using DMS to track and analyse individuals donors, reengaged donors or significant increases in donation levels, donor retention, increase donations levels, and new donors
Building out and growing Hatua’s student sponsorship program
Working with the Fundraising Coordinator to turn the program from its current pilot into a systematic and ongoing way of engaging and updating sponsors
Finding creative ways to recruit new student sponsors
Onboarding new student sponsors with a personalized welcome package
Ensuring all sponsors receive regular updates and engaging letters by their students
Who we are looking for
You are highly passionate about youth empowerment and have a strong interest in education and employability.
You have
at least two to three years of relevant experience with strong results (marketing, content creation, social media management, communications, fundraising, etc).
You have persuasive communication skills, with an ability to tell stories in an exciting, captivating and empowering way that influences action.
Very strong writing skills, with the ability to produce drafts that don’t need editing on style or grammar.
You are social media and tech savvy: You use your gadgets and social media to create, influence and interact, not purely to consume.
Keen eye for design: You know how to conceptualize and design visual content that is neat and professional, and grabs people’s attention and passes a message.
Graphic design and video editing skills and experience with relevant software packages is a plus or willingness to learn.
You are able to adjust your style to a variety of audiences, both Kenyan and international, both youthful and professional.
The idea of mobilizing resources towards a great cause excites you, and working long hours on your laptop doesn’t drain your energy. You enjoy writing and can write efficiently.
You are proactive, a self-starter and can work without much supervision. You are able to organize your own work and meet deadlines.
Experience engaging press/media is an added advantage
You have the cultural fit to work with the team at Hatua Network, if
You are 100% values driven and want to instill strong values in the next generation
You enjoy working with and for the community
You are a great team player, people talk about you being helpful and collaborative
You are able to work independently and bring results in an unstructured environment
You enjoy diversity and you are generally optimistic about the future
Why work with us?
We get a lot of fulfillment by working with underprivileged youth and seeing them transform their lives over the 10 years they engage closely with us. If you enjoy building deep emotional
connections and seeing the impact of your work, this job is for you
Our team has a deep sense of ownership over the organization. Everyone has the chance to take a leadership role and contribute to the organization’s growth
Build interesting networks
We believe in personal growth and you will have a lot of opportunity for career development as the organization grows
We have a strong sense of family within our team and understand the importance of having some level of flexibility around working hours
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Hatua Network Communications Officer Jobs in Mombasa, Kenya
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