We seek to recruit dynamicCommunications Internwho will be based at SOS Children’s Villages – National Office, Nairobi.
Mission of the Position:
Support Fundraising activities by pursuing opportunities to externally promote the Member Association’s (MA) fundraising campaigns and activities in order to increase the public recognition and foster a positive image, strengthen brand awareness, credibility and acceptance.
Position SOS Children’s Villages as a strong partner among potential and existing supporter based on SOS Children’s Villages roots, Vision, Mission and Values.
Key performance areas and main responsibilities:
Work with SOS Children’s Villages Kenya facilities staff to supply factual stories, photographs and video to local, national and international media and other outlets in a timely, proactive and professional manner.
Support in the development of high quality, well researched, and well written communications and media products (e.g. annual reports, newletters, success stories, tweets, blog and Facebook post, brochures, posters, banners, press releases, speeches, etc.)
Maintain social media accounts (Facebook and Twitter) for the MA; Proactively manage the generation and posting of content on the sites; Design and implement strategies to increase the number of followers at each site,
Produce news and feature stories, publicity materials, press releases, photographs, videos, partnership marketing resources
Maintain social media accounts (Facebook and Twitter) for the MA; Proactively manage the generation and posting of content on the sites; Design and implement strategies to increase the number of followers at each site,
Produce news and feature stories, publicity materials, press releases, photographs, videos, partnership marketing resources
Design and desk top publishing of SOS Children’s Villages Kenya fact sheets, brochures and newsletters.
Cordinate online marketing activites to boost digital fundraising
Skills and Competencies
Ideal candidate will be a strong collaborator, with demonstrated experience in communications and operations
Exceptional attention to detail
Willingness to try, reflect, iterate, and grow
Excellent interpersonal skills and a professional, communication style
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to research, summarize, and present information for decision making
Fluency in social media platforms, analytics, and reporting
Required Qualification, Skills & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, international relations / development, or a related field.
Understanding of media relations and digital media strategies.
Proficient in MS Office ; familiarity with design software (e.g Photoshop, InDesign) and content management system is a plus
Solid Editing and research skills
Excellence communication abilities (Oral and written)
Strong attention to detail
Organizational skills
