Communication And Marketing Officer At Institution Of Engineers Of Kenya

Job PurposeThe Communication and Marketing officer will work closely with the Policy, Research and Partnerships Manager to market and communicate IEK events and activities in a timely and effective manner. The role will also support the membership team and work on partnership projects on resource mobilization and advocacy activities.Key ResponsibilitiesCommunication (50%)Executing the IEK Communication Strategy and the Customer service charterWebsite and Social Media Management – ability to run communication campaigns to support various IEK projectsMedia Liaison - Practical experience in working with the media including personal contacts among key media and in organizing media events and press conferences, as well as arranging interviews.Maintaining the IEK Brand across the boardExternal and Internal CommunicationWriting Newsletters, Media Briefs, Blogs, New Releases, Opinion Editorials, etc.Drafting various outputs such as correspondence, speeches, statements, talking points and presentations.Working with the IEK editorial committee on the Engineering in Kenya MagazineDevelopment of IEK publicationsCustomer Service – Responding to member enquiries on all online and other platforms and assisting on any issues as they may ariseDeveloping and updating IEK marketing collateral such as brochures, fliers, e-shots, etc.Oversee the development of IEK videos and photosStewardship of IEK media related resources such as banners etc.Develop a concept for an IEK Engineering TV show and source sponsors for it.Marketing (50%)Support in events planning and marketingDevelop IEK merchandiseQualifications and Education RequirementsA Bachelor's degree in Media, Communication, Journalism, Marketing, Social Sciences, Design, or related fieldEvidence of published in a highly reputable publication (Attach copy)Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar position in a busy environmentMust be a member of relevant professional body such as PRSK, MCK or equivalent.Preferred SkillsSEO and Google AnalyticsSocial Media StrategyMarketing and Project ManagementWeb Content DevelopmentCopywriting and EditingCorporate Blogging and Good writing skillsCommunications (Digital and Traditional)Research & Data InterpretationPhotography and videography skillsAbility to use Mailchimp, Send pulse and other online newsletter toolsAn eye for detail in designSkills in Canva, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, etc.Prior experience in Communication and Marketing will be a plusAbility to work across the board with staff from other departmentsAbility to juggle more than one assignment at a time