Plan International Communications and Media Relations Manager Jobs in Kenya
Plan International Communications and Media Relations Manager Jobs in Kenya
The Organization Plan International is a rights-based development and humanitarian organization working for better lives for all children. We are independent of government and have no political or religious affiliation. Our purpose is to strive for a just world that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.
We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries. Our global strategy has a specific focus on girls, as they are often the most marginalized and most often left behind. We have committed ourselves to the ambitious target of reaching 100 million girls over 5 years, to ensure they can learn, lead, decide and thrive.
With approximately 38 years of experience in implementing its programme, Plan International Kenya (PIK) currently operates in 10 geographical areas; Nairobi, Machakos, Kajiado, Tharaka-Nithi, Siaya, Kwale, Kilifi, Homa Bay, Kisumu and Tana River.
Plan International Kenya Strategy statement
Plan International Kenya’s (PIK) strategic goal in the next five years is to end teenage pregnancies and end all forms of sexual and gender-based violence against adolescent girls and young women. We aim to help create an enabling environment where girls and young women are safe, valued, equally cared for, and have equal opportunities.
The Communications & Media Relations Manager will provide strategic leadership and management in enhancing corporate communications; build the brand profile and visibility of the organisation internally and externally; promote Plan International’s global campaigns at country level; develop in-country campaigns for communications and advocacy, optimise information and knowledge management and documentation to profile the organisation.
Accountabilities and Main work activities
Corporate Communications (35%)
Lead and manage the formulation and implementation of Country Communications Strategy in line with the five (5) year Kenya Country Strategic Plan whilst being cognisant of global strategy and campaigns;
Provide strategic advice and support to the leadership team, technical advisors and Programme Unit Managers in relation to communications as well manage risks related to Plan International’s communications and media work;
Communicate Plan International Kenya achievements and lessons learnt in order to influence change at policy level and raise its profile as a key player and expert in the thematic areas identified in Plan Kenya’s Country Strategy;
Lead the production of high-quality communication products including information packs, power point presentations, press releases, speeches and talking points, annual reports, organization profile, newsletters, photos and video and multimedia content;
In liaison with programme staff, lead the production of creative key messages appropriately tailored to external and internal audiences including through the production and dissemination of reports, the organization of events and conferences;
Provide strategic and tactical emergency communications to increase visibility of the country office as a humanitarian actor;
Develop a communications budget, monitor the use of the resources and take appropriate actions to optimize use of funds;
Support the development of Plan International Kenya staff’s communication skills;
Manage all external consultants as required for the achievement of agreed outputs.
Digital Communications (10%)
Develop and disseminate a digital communications strategy in line with the country strategic plan and global priorities to convey the right messages to the targeted audiences using the right channels;
Communicate the global/country social media policy and protocols to all users;
Oversee the website content management to ensure it is relevant, accurate and up to date.
Campaigns (10%)
In liaison with the Director of Programme Strategy, Development and Innovation and the Influencing & Advocacy Advisor, lead and support campaign initiatives in relation to Plan International’s global and local campaigns, organise events and ensure appropriate messages for the local context;
Establish, strengthen and maintain strategic partnership and alliances with campaigns and advocacy partners;
Media Relations (25%)
Establish, strengthen and maintain strategic partnership with media and public relations partners in order to boost Plan International’s public
image, profile and visibility in the country;
Ensure that Plan International Kenya is positioned high and known as a pro-adolescent girls and young women organization through creating of opportunities for media engagements;
Build the capacity of staff, children, adolescents and youth on media engagements to adequately prepare them to engage with media.
Information Management (10%)
Support the programme staff, ensure the effective gathering, packaging, management and sharing of critical information required to achieve country program goals, external influence and strategic directions.
In collaboration with Technical Advisors, ensure that reports are professionally and efficiently produced and disseminated to all stakeholders.
Leadership Competenncies
Set and communicate ambitious but realistic work goals and priorities for the team, explaining how these contribute to Plan International’s country strategic plan and global purpose;
Collaborating with team members, colleagues and partners in finding creative solutions to problems by sharing information, experience and ideas and actively seeking their input;
Motivating and developing others by taking an interest, giving constructive feedback and praise, ensuring they. Are properly trained and helping them develop their potential;
Business Management Competencies
Enforces appropriate use of brand throughout all written and verbal communications.
Understands relevant sectoral context including how the sector operates in terms of funding and governance and awareness of Plan International’s purpose, values and global strategy;
Manages legal and reputational risk including risk assessment, communication, risk management and reporting in full compliance with risk-related standards, including in areas such as Child and. Youth Safeguarding and Protection, Gender Equality and Inclusion, counter fraud, safety and security;
Managing activities and resources including skills in planning and organising, financial and project management;
Managing people and information including skills in communication, both speaking and writing, digital working including personal digital skills.
Managing resources and delivery: Knows the resources required for their role. Manages their own workload, avoiding under or overcommitting to delivery activities; Works according to a budget and uses the relevant financial systems.; Works according to principles of data protection;
Digital working: Identifies ways to use digital to improve the effectiveness of work activities. Understands how digital enablers can contribute to achieving Plan International’s purpose. Utilises the digital tools available in line with privacy and safeguarding guidelines.
Evidence-based management: Understands the importance of high-quality data and the implications of poor data. Understands what data Plan International needs to inform decision-making. Interprets a range of sources to inform evidence-based decisions relevant to their role.
Cascades knowledge throughout the organisation by sharing key messages, having team meetings and working collaboratively with other teams or departments.
Educational Qualification and Experience
Essential
Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Public Relations, Journalism, Media Studies, International Relations or Marketing;
At least 7 years of relevant working experience of which at least 3 years’ experience should be in a management/leadership role;
Experience in developing and implementing communications strategies;
Knowledge in digital communication and social media;
Writing skills including ability to write press releases, editorial pieces, speeches and presentations;
Event management skills;
People skills – able to interact, supervise, negotiate, influence, network, advocate and facilitate;
Good understanding of child protection and development issues.
Qualifications/ experience desirable:
A relevant Masters’ Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism and Media
Languages required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English;
Working knowledge of Swahili is desirable;
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Plan International Communications and Media Relations Manager Jobs in Kenya
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