Communications Officer at Kenya Community Development Foundation

Job Purpose

The Communications Officer will implement KCDF's communication strategy, serving as the primary officer for disseminating the organisation's messages to various stakeholders and partners in alignment with KCDF's mission and objectives. The role focuses on enhancing KCDF's brand visibility, awareness, credibility, and accountability through strategic communication initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Implementation of Communication Strategy

• Assist in the development, review, and execution of KCDF's communication strategy, ensuring alignment with organisational strategic objectives
• Implement the communications department workplan, ensuring the achievement of set objectives and indicators
• Engage and collaborate with KCDF's stakeholders to identify communication priorities and develop targeted messaging for various audiences

Digital and Social Media Management

• Manage and utilise KCDF's digital tools and social media platforms to amplify organisational messages and engage with various stakeholders
• Create engaging content suitable for different audiences, including web posts, social media posts, newsletters, blogs, and op-eds
• Package content into various forms including posters, infographics, reels, videos, and carousels, while ensuring consistency and effectiveness in communication

Website Management and SEO Optimisation

• Ensure timely updates of KCDF's websites to maintain accurate, current, and engaging content
• Implement SEO strategies and techniques to optimise KCDF's online presence and improve reach on search engines and online platforms

Documentation and Storytelling

• Conduct interviews and gather impact stories from beneficiaries and partners to highlight the impact of KCDF's work
• Document and edit success stories and communication publications, ensuring they are effectively presented