Communications Specialist

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Company Details
Name:HEVA
Industry: Banking
Description: HEVA is a trusted finance, business support and knowledge facility that believes in the transformative social and economic potential of the creative economy sector in Kenya and in the East African region. Since its inception in 2013, HEVA has sought to be at the forefront of helping producers of cultural goods, services and experiences, in Kenya and in East Africa, to build high-value, profitable businesses, where new ideas will come to life, and where the highest potential for great profits, great jobs and happy people will be found. HEVA has invested significant resources in supporting the growth of the creative and cultural sectors in Kenya: from making direct financial investments in over 100 creative industry businesses and projects, conducting and publishing numerous diverse studies, supporting public sector reforms towards the ease of doing business for the creative and cultural industries, and providing firm-level support to improve creative business efficiency and competitiveness. In July 2019, HEVA
Job Description

Key Responsibilities

 

Content Development

 

Draft, edit, and proofread content for HEVA platforms, including social media, newsletters, website, and reports.

 

Ensure all content aligns with HEVA’s brand guidelines and voice, while also being able to distinguish and balance program-specific communications and branding.

 

Support the Communications Manager in strengthening thematic messaging acrossall platforms, ensuring that content consistently reflects HEVA’s strategic pillars.

 

Assist in preparing content briefs for designers, photographers, and other creatives.

 

Co-develop and maintain the communications and content calendar with the

 

Communications Manager, ensuring deadlines are tracked and met.

 

Digital Platforms

 

Support the management of HEVA’s digital platforms (website and social media).

 

Contribute to publishing schedules, community engagement, and performance tracking.

 

Ensure posts, visuals, and stories are consistent with HEVA’s brand identity/program branding and objectives.

 

Media & PR Support

 

Support the preparation of press kits, media assets, and background materials.

 

Keep records of media coverage.

 

Event Communications

 

Support communications around HEVA events (before, during, and after).

 

Assist with event coverage (e.g. live posting, content packaging).

 

Ensure any event communication packs are prepared and shared on time.

 

Knowledge Management

 

Contribute to the archiving of communications materials, photos, videos, and publications.

 

Ensure all assets are properly labelled, organised, and stored for future use.

 

Stakeholder Support

 

Assist in creating communications packs and briefing materials.

 

Support the preparation of presentations and notes for HEVA representatives where necessary.

 

Assist in developing guide documents and organising info sessions for creatives and other relevant stakeholders (e.g., FAQs, “how to apply” guidelines, explainer packs).

 

Operational Support

 

Keep the communications tracker accurate and updated.

 

Support vendor coordination (designers, photographers, videographers), ensuring briefs and files are complete.

 

Manage approvals and filing for communications materials.

 

Apply the communications checklist (spelling, grammar, brand compliance, etc.) before publishing.

 

Ideas & Initiative

 

Proactively contribute ideas for outreach, storytelling, and audience engagement.

 

Anticipate communication opportunities around events, partnerships, and sector conversations.

 

Follow through on assigned initiatives end-to-end with consistency and care.

 

Monitoring & Reporting

 

Track content performance metrics and contribute to monthly reporting.

 

Assist in documenting impact stories and case studies.

 

Qualifications & Experience

 

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.

 

2–4 years’ experience in communications or content-related roles.

 

Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills; an eye for detail.

 

Strong organisational and project management skills.

 

Familiarity with digital publishing tools and analytics.

 

Ability to work proactively and independently, while collaborating closely with the team.

 

Strong interpersonal communication abilities to engage effectively with colleagues, partners, and external vendors.

 

 

 

Education: Degree, Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time
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