About the OpportunityReporting to the CEO, the Director of Communications will develop and/or manage the development of the strategy for all internal and external communications and public relations efforts, raising visibility of the organization and our work with our key stakeholders, including government, donors, clients and prospective clients, and local and international media by effectively and consistently articulating Inkomoko's mission and story.We are seeking candidates with proven experience crafting and implementing comprehensive strategic communications, media and audience engagement plans; building and strengthening narrative and storytelling campaigns, and effectively managing and supervising a team. ResponsibilitiesYou will lead the communications and marketing work for the organizational parent brand, and across Rwanda, Kenya, Ethiopia and South Sudan. Core Responsibilities:Develop and direct comprehensive communications strategies, working collaboratively with senior leadership and country leads to advance awareness around Inkomoko's impact on business growth, job and livelihood improvement Lead efforts to shape and amplify relevant narratives that support the Inkomoko storyDevelop annual marketing and communications budget to optimize resources for greatest impact, seeking value for money in all expensesManage and supervise a team responsible for effectively deploying various communications and marketing strategies including brand and editorial management, collateral and multimedia production, storytelling, earned and paid media outreach, digital and social media engagement, and thought leadership planningWrite and/or review and edit media pitches, press releases, statements, op-eds, talking points, fact sheets, and journalist briefs Create thought leadership plans for members of leadership and other surrogatesDevelop and refine messaging documentsManage communications agencies and consultantsWork with appropriate team member(s) to generate earned media coverage and identify paid media opportunities, and provide media training and prep to key spokespeopleFoster and strengthen relationships with relevant journalists and other external storytellersProvide counsel and collaborate closely with senior leadership to ensure alignment on strategic goals and prioritiesWork collaboratively with country leads and teams to ensure adequate communications support for events and event production effortsLead efforts to develop and refresh all branding efforts and collateral materials including the supervision of website maintenance and upgrading for all sites: Inkomoko, Inkomoko Rwanda, Inkomoko Kenya, Inkomoko Ethiopia and Inkomoko South SudanReview and approve all speeches for Inkomoko's representatives for speaking engagementsConceptualize, and lead the work to produce write, and produce Inkomoko's annual reportManage the writing and production of the monthly internal staff newsletter and other internal communications channelsParticipate as an active contributor to company-wide initiatives.Minimum QualificationsThis Director will be a seasoned team leader and strategist who is a creative thinker and excited to explore new ways to tell the Inkomoko story. Qualifications, Skills, and Requirements:10+ years of work experience in communications and marketingA collaborator with a passion to learn and help when neededSelf-starter, able to work independently, and entrepreneurial; enjoys creating and implementing new initiativesExcellent writing and editing skills, with an ability to take complex, nuanced topics and develop creative, compelling, clear, concise and crisp pitches, stories and headlinesProven track record of effective leadership, and remote team managementAbility to work effectively with all stakeholders including staff, board members, volunteers, donors, program participants, and other supportersExperience working across various East African geographies and knowledge local languages will be added advantage.What You'll GetThis role is inside a high-growth, mission-driven social enterprise. By joining, you'll access:Competitive salary, and potential Goal-based bonusIncredible company culture, including deep investment in your learning and growthDiverse colleagues and policies that show our commitment to equity and inclusion Talented, passionate, and committed team colleagues across the regionAbility to make a significant social impact to your communityGenerous health insurance, staff savings, parental leave, sabbatical, and more benefits.
