ICRAF Communications Specialist CIMMYT Jobs in Kenya

ICRAF Communications Specialist CIMMYT Jobs in Kenya

The Communications Specialist will actively communicate about key CIMMYT projects in Africa on a regular basis.

Summary of Responsibilities

Communication and media support

Work closely with the country representative and CIMMYT comms colleagues in the region and at the HQ to provide communication and media support to promote activities and research outputs/findings related to country and regional projects.

Provide communications support for prioritized special events/workshops/meetings and conferences.

Partnerships

Work with scientists and partners to visit farmers and on-station trials to write impact stories.

Work and follow-up with vendors (local and HQ) to produce high quality print and audio-visual communication products.

Publications

Write press releases, media invites and coordinate media visits to various events and field tours.

Write content for publications including newsletters, scientific reports, etc.

Prepare content for campaigns including messages, pictures, videos etc.

Support and coordinate photography and videography activities for field activities.

Support new approaches to create and distribute multimedia content to promote CIMMYT projects in the region.

Any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

Minimum of a master’s degree in

journalism, Communications, or related discipline.

3 years of experience in science communications, marketing, public relations, media campaigns, and/or nonprofit communications.

Non-profit organization experience or demonstrated understanding of the non-profit and/or agricultural research for development environments.

Personal attributes and competencies

Knowledge of adobe applications (graphic design applications would be an advantage).

Good photography and videography skills are a plus.

Experience with WordPress.

Proficiency in the use of social networking and new media tools.

The selected candidate must exhibit the following competencies: Communication, Innovation and Creativity, Decision-Making, and Multi-Cultural Awareness/Sensitivity.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; ICRAF Communications Specialist CIMMYT Jobs in Kenya

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