Job Summary
RefuSHE is looking for an experienced, forward-thinking Communications & Marketing Manager to develop and lead RefuSHE’s overall external relations, communications, and marketing strategy and implementation in partnership with RefuSHE’s External Relations Officer, their US-based counterpart to help further RefuSHE’s mission.
Minimum Qualification:Bachelor
Experience Level:Senior level
Experience Length:5 years
Job Description
RefuSHE protects, nurtures, educates, and empowers young
refugee women and girls in East Africa through a unique holistic model
that provides shelter, education, case management, counseling, child
care, legal advocacy, and vocational training. RefuSHE’s holistic
program meets the imminent needs of unaccompanied, separated and
orphaned refugee girls, young women, and their children.
Founded in 2008, RefuSHE is a U.S. nonprofit with headquarters in
Chicago and operations in Nairobi, Kenya. It is the first and only
organization dedicated to refugee girls in East Africa. Over the past
ten years, RefuSHE has grown to become a leading institution and global
thought-leader in the field of refugee protection. Today, RefuSHE is
poised for strategic growth and scale. We are looking for someone who
has a passion for social change, aspires to use their talent for good,
and thrives in fast-pace growth environments.
The Opportunity
RefuSHE is looking for an experienced, forward-thinking
Communications & Marketing Manager to develop and lead RefuSHE’s
overall external relations, communications, and marketing strategy and
implementation in partnership with RefuSHE’s External Relations Officer,
their US-based counterpart to help further RefuSHE’s mission.
This role will be instrumental in advancing the overall external
communications strategy through the development and implementation of
relevant communication, social marketing, and advocacy campaigns to help
further RefuSHE’s mission and elevate our brand as an innovative
thought leader in the field of refugee protection. S/he will work
closely with the Program Team to gather impact numbers and key
programmatic updates and then translate them into compelling narratives
for emails, blog posts, and social media updates. The ideal candidate is
ready to combine their passions for storytelling, communications, and
marketing their passion and knowledge of refugee protection and gender
issues and is excited about taking our story to the next level. S/he
will work directly with the External Relations Officer based in the US
to design, develop, and launch RefuSHE’s overall external relations and
communications strategy. S/he will work closely with RefuSHE’s
leadership team to align communications goals with overall
organizational goals. S/he will also work closely with the Director of
Marketing and Artisan Initiatives (US) and the rest of the Artisan
Collective team in Nairobi to expand the Collective’s reach by bringing
our products to more markets.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work in partnership with US-based, External Relations
Officer, to design, develop, and implement communications, marketing,
and external relations strategy to advance RefuSHE’s mission
Design, develop, and lead the creation of organizational
marketing materials, including but not limited to brochures, impact
reports, blogs, articles, thought pieces, videos, graphics, and photos
Development and implementation of the communications and branding
budgets and Annual Work Plans in tandem with applicable operational
guidelines.
Support to RefuSHE’s Offices in the evaluation of communications
and documentation needs, and development of communication plans embedded
in the annual work plans.
Develop and build-out processes to share communication updates between the U.S. and Kenya offices on a regular basis
Provide programmatic updates and needs to incorporate into
communication pieces throughout the year for campaigns, events, blogs,
media, etc.
Collaborate directly with the External Relations Officer on
campaign communications, especially as it relates to capital and
programmatic fundraising campaigns
Work closely with the Program Managers to recognize each
program’s story, craft the through-line narrative, and prepare materials
accordingly for the larger communications plan and materials
Craft ideas, messaging, and talking points for external use, with
the intention of solidifying strategic partnerships, especially across
East Africa
Train the Kenya Program Team on storytelling techniques and produce strong communication pieces
Identify and manage relationships in traditional and non-traditional spaces for RefuSHE to promote its story
Design, develop, and launch communications plans and collateral
for fundraising campaigns that match the organization’s overall business
development goals including print and media
Oversee all video and photography production of program activities in Kenya
Oversee all media relations in Kenya
Craft ideas, messaging, and talking points for external use, with the intention of solidifying long-term, strategic partnerships
Stay abreast of changes in the global refugee landscape so that
RefuSHE may publish timely content and serve as a thought leader in this
space
Design, develop, and lead the creation of organizational
marketing materials in both print and digital format, including but not
limited to brochures, impact reports, blogs, articles, thought pieces,
videos, and photos
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field required, Masters’ degree in communications, marketing, or journalism degree preferred
Excellent writing and editing skills, including a strong ability to turn data and numbers into concise and compelling narratives
Exceptional storytelling writing skills a must, an eye for sharing stories through photography, video, and other multimedia channels a strong plus
Creative ability to capture photos and videos for communication
pieces either independently or with the support of contracted
photographer and videographers
Experience designing and developing press releases, annual and grant reports, blogs, and articles required
Strong digital marketing and social media experience
Detail-oriented with a demonstrated ability to ensure clear communication in a fast-paced environment
Experience working both independently and collaboratively across teams and time zones to manage multiple assignments
Deep connections in the global development space
Program background experience a plus so that RefuSHE’s story can be told from a deep programmatic perspective
Advanced experience in communications and marketing for a global nonprofit a plus
Demonstrated experience managing and planning strategic events a strong plus
Demonstrated graphic design experience highly desired
Experience launching new products to market a strong plus
Demonstrated experience with data-driven product launch especially in the artisanal space highly desired x
Expectations and Compensation
Salary is competitive and based on the candidate’s experience and
qualifications. The benefits package includes medical healthcare
coverage and pension.
How to apply
To apply please send your resume, cover letter, and a 1-2-page
writing sample to Mary Henneberry **********ith
“Communications & Marketing Manager- (Your Name)” in the subject
line.
Applications will be considered incomplete without the submission of all three requirements.
Position open to Kenya nationals only.
Human Resources & Administration Manager
RefuSHE
P.O. Box 63192-00619, Nairobi
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
