Deputy Communications Manager
Posted: By:Hiring Kenya
Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Branding
- Implement communications strategy and ensure consistent messaging
- Share programme learnings, stories, and communications products
- Align global, regional, and country priorities
- Monitor and adjust communications plans
Operations & Leadership
- Manage daily workflows and communications plans
- Coordinate campaigns, events, and content production
- Liaise across teams and act as focal point when needed
- Track deliverables, manage vendors, and mitigate risks
Content & Storytelling
- Develop high-quality impact stories and multimedia content
- Lead production (writing, editing, filming, design)
- Manage media assets and ensure ethical, on-brand outputs
PR & Thought Leadership
- Support media relations and visibility strategies
- Draft press materials and prepare leadership for engagements
Campaigns & Digital
- Execute campaigns and manage digital platforms
- Use analytics to improve performance
Advocacy & Partnerships
- Develop advocacy materials and support stakeholder engagement
- Ensure partner compliance and visibility requirements
Internal Communications
- Strengthen internal processes and team capacity
- Promote knowledge sharing and consistent branding
Safeguarding
- Apply safeguarding and ethical storytelling standards
Qualifications & Skills
- Degree in Communications, Journalism, or related field
- Strong writing, storytelling, and organisational skills
- Experience with multimedia, design tools, and digital campaigns
- Ability to manage priorities independently and under pressure
- Fluency in English and Kiswahili; willingness to travel
Experience
- 5+ years in communications (preferably international development)
- Experience managing projects, content, media relations, and vendors
- Background in strategic communications support or deputy roles preferred
Eligibility
- Must be legally eligible to work in Kenya
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