Job description
The Communications Intern will report directly to the Country Director.
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Job description
Write regular position papers and other communication for a public audience, that helps promote NRC’s advocacy and other strategic objectives.
Coordinate systematic recording and editing of human-interest stories and photographs for use in communication and internal/external donor reporting.
Coordinate NRC Kenya’s input into NRC public reports, such as the annual report.
Responsible for improving internal communications, by managing NRC Kenya’s presence on the organization’s internal information-sharing platform, Workplace.
Establish social media platforms for the Kenya Country Programme.
Regularly update the fundraising strategy under the direction of the Country Director.
Regularly update the work plan related to the advocacy objectives of the Kenya Country Strategy.
Develop terms of reference for consultants undertaking research.
Coordinate the agenda for strategic planning meetings.
Any ad hoc tasks relating to communication and research as required by the Country Director.
Qualifications
Graduate in Communications, Journalism or Public relations.
Some experience in media, communication, advocacy or related field in the humanitarian context, including photography and video skills is an advantage.
Ability to produce excellent written English across a range of communication products.
Relevant skills managing social media platforms.
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to multi-task and work with short deadlines
Internship experience with other humanitarian agencies a plus
Education field
Journalism / Communications
Education level
Academy college / University
Personal qualities
Dedicated to work
Creative and innovative
Inclusive in working with others
Accountable
Handling insecure environments
Working with people
Planning and delivering results
Communicate with impact and respect
Self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision
Good interpersonal and Communication skills
Excellent skills in written and spoken English
Accurate and keen to details
A good team player with high degree of initiative, flexibility and tolerance
Language
English
We offer Duty station:Nairobi
Contract period s for 6 months.
Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions, The candidate will observe NRC’s code of conduct and working hours for the NRC Office in Nairobi.
