DRC Regional Communications Specialist Jobs

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DRC Regional Communications Specialist Jobs 2024 – Kenya NGO Jobs.

DRC Kenya looking for “Regional Communications Specialist”.

Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree may apply on or before 03 January 2024.

Founded in 1956, the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is Denmark’s largest, and a leading international NGO – one of the few with a specific expertise in forced displacement. In 40 countries 9,000 employees protect, advocate and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement affected people and communities. DRC works during displacement at all stages: In the acute crisis, in exile, when settling and integrating in a new place, or upon return.

The DRC has published a job vacancy announcement on 20 December 2023 for qualified Kenya’s to fill in the vacant post of Regional Communications Specialist to be based in Nairobi, Kenya.

DRC Job Vacancy 2024

Overall purpose of the role: Reporting directly to the Regional Advocacy and Communications Manager, the Regional Communications Specialist is part of the Regional Advocacy and Communications Unit and will be responsible for pushing forward the implementation of DRC EAGL’s communication strategy and further develop DRC’s communications work.

The role will have the following key responsibilities:

Ensure that visibility requirements linked to regional products are met; where regional projects involve working with partner organisations, ensure that partners are equitably included in design and delivery of communications strategies and work; and are promoted equally alongside DRC;
Ensure there is appropriate age and gender awareness and considerations in all DRC EAGL communications;
Ensure that DRC brand guidelines are followed across all DRC EAGL communications, including ensuring all country programmes are familiar with and following brand guidelines;
Build solid relationships with the media and handle media requests;
Regularly update DRC intranet with content from DRC EAGL.

Qualification & Experience:

At least 3 years’ experience working in communications.
Relevant experience of delivering a range of communications products, including physical and online content. Desirable experience working in the aid sector.
Experience in generating content and story-telling with an understanding of the protection risks and ‘do no harm’ approaches;
Bachelor’s degree in communication, journalism, advocacy or similar; or relevant communications experience;
Excellent oral, written and copyediting skills and demonstrated ability to write and develop strong communication and advocacy materials;
Full proficiency in spoken and written English. French is an added advantage;
Experience in photography and handing a professional camera and accessories;
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign);

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