Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with 4 years of relevant experience OR
Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with 2 years of relevant experience is required.

Desired

A globally or nationally recognized professional certificate in communications, journalism, or digital and social media communications is desired.

Functions / Key Results Expected

Strategic Communication and Policy Support

Conduct research and draft analytical reports and background papers for high-level fora and events.
Prepare key messages, statements and presentations for strategic events.
Provide substantive input to the implementation and monitoring of strategic plans.
Engage with agencies and partners to document lessons and facilitate knowledge exchange.
Follow up on key recommendations and reporting deliverables from major events.

Communication Strategy and Planning

Contribute to developing comprehensive communication strategies and ensure alignment with corporate priorities.
Contribute to the day-to-day implementation of the strategy, ensuring timely, high-quality outputs.
Monitor and analyze communication context and recommend adjustments.
Contribute to communication budget tracking and ensure compliance with corporate standards.
Collaborate with specialists on proposal development and methodological improvements.

Content Development and Editorial Standards

Lead development of high-quality editorial content - press materials, digital media, videos and knowledge products.
Oversee processes of capturing, analyzing and packaging content for strategic communication.
Draft and refine messaging for targeted audiences and ensure brand coherence.
Manage multiple content deliverables and ensure timeliness and quality.

Stakeholder Engagement and Representation

Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and media partners.
Support organization and representation at external events, ensuring professional alignment with UNOPS principles.
Provide guidance to teams on stakeholder messaging and communication standards.

Knowledge Building and Sharing

Support the organization, facilitation and delivery of training and learning sessions on communications topics.
Participate in knowledge-sharing initiatives and Communities of Practice (CoPs), contributing insights and lessons learned from communications project implementation,
Conduct research on communication-related topics and contribute to the drafting of reports, summaries and briefing notes.

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Entry and Basic-level Media, communications, languages jobs in Nairobi, Kenya