Seeking: Communications Specialist
Do you have communications experience?
Do you enjoy writing, photography and graphic design?
Do you want to make a difference?
Do you want to make a difference?
Do you enjoy travel and adventure?
If you would you like to join a dynamic team working on stabilization initiatives for Somalia/Land, please read on!
USAID Transition Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS) program
The Transition Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS) program is funded by USAID and implemented by Development Alternative Inc (DAI), an international development organization.
It responds to the complex crisis that has evolved in Somalia/Land by mitigating conflict, promoting stability and community cohesion, and increasing public confidence in governance.
TIS implements quick impact activities linked to longer-term stabilization goals.
The TIS program is currently seeking a skilled, diplomatic, effective, and highly motivated Communications Specialist to join our Nairobi based team.
Qualifications and skills sought:
- A bachelor’s degree in journalism, humanities, marketing, public relations, international affairs or other related social sciences field;
- 4 years’ work experience in media or communications;
- Excellent oral and written English language skills;
- Photography, graphic design and short video production skills preferred;
- Demonstrated experience in writing and designing brochures, success stories, technical reports and promotional material;
- Experience in website design and content management a plus;
- Demonstrated cross-cultural communications ability;
- Experience in providing training and mentoring, particularly in the field of communications and monitoring & evaluation.
This is a Nairobi based
position with potential travel to Somalia and Somaliland. Qualified
Kenyans and expatriates based in Kenya are encouraged to apply.
Do you have the above qualifications and skills? Please send 1) a CV 2) current position and salary history and 3) three professional references to TIS@dai.com.
Do you have the above qualifications and skills? Please send 1) a CV 2) current position and salary history and 3) three professional references to TIS@dai.com.
Closing date: Tuesday July 7, 2013.
Please note only short listed candidates will be contacted.