NB: This is a
re-advertisement. Previous applicants need not apply as their applications will
be considered alongside this round.
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Reports to: Communications Director
Job Objective
One of AMREF’s key goals is to effectively utilise e-communications in both an external and internal capacity, capitalising on new technologies and developments to help AMREF achieve its goals.
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Reports to: Communications Director
Job Objective
One of AMREF’s key goals is to effectively utilise e-communications in both an external and internal capacity, capitalising on new technologies and developments to help AMREF achieve its goals.
We
are looking to recruit an experienced and proactive E-communications Officer to
enhance this. The E-communications Officer will manage e-communications and
create a positive image that promotes the objectives and achievements of AMREF.
In addition, the postholder will have a key role in reviewing AMREF’s online presence and enhancing the design and content elements of the AMREF website and other e-communications tools.
Management Responsibility
In addition, the postholder will have a key role in reviewing AMREF’s online presence and enhancing the design and content elements of the AMREF website and other e-communications tools.
Management Responsibility
- Responsible
for accurate, up-to-date and useful content on the AMREF websites
- Responsible
for development of all improvements to the e-communication tools
- Responsible
for delivering on project activities
Description
of Duties
- Consistent
updating and maintenance of AMREF’s e-communication tools - the website,
intranet, newsletters including gathering and writing of required content
- Assist
in devising and implementing an annual e-communications plan for AMREF
- Assist
in developing and implementing new e-communications tools
- Ensure
AMREF’s e-presence is up to date and aligned to emerging digital
technologies
- Drive
traffic to the AMREF website using a variety of e-marketing techniques
while ensuring that all content is attractive, engaging and in line with
AMREF’s brand guidelines
- Develop,
manage and actively contribute to AMREF’s online communities-blogs,
Facebook, Twitter etc
- Measure,
analyse, improve and report on the usability and other statistics on the
AMREF website and its social media accounts
- Assist
in the provision of support and training to AMREF e-communication tool
users.
- Assist
in the administration of security and hosting of all e-communication tools
to ensure maximum “up-time”
Accountability
Supervision: Work independently with authority from the Communications Director
Decision Making: Makes decisions with regards to work responsibilities and is accountable for them
Responsibility over data or information: has access to important and highly confidential Communications information in AMREF HQ Directorate
Responsibility over assets: Computer, printer, office furniture. Custodian of various communication and fundraising reports
Responsibility over staff: E-communications interns
Job Specifications
Required Minimum Qualification
Professional/Qualifications
Supervision: Work independently with authority from the Communications Director
Decision Making: Makes decisions with regards to work responsibilities and is accountable for them
Responsibility over data or information: has access to important and highly confidential Communications information in AMREF HQ Directorate
Responsibility over assets: Computer, printer, office furniture. Custodian of various communication and fundraising reports
Responsibility over staff: E-communications interns
Job Specifications
Required Minimum Qualification
Professional/Qualifications
- Degree
in Communications with at least 3 years experience in the field of web
development and web management.
- A
diploma in web development is an added advantage.
Relevant
Experience
- Website
development and maintenance
- Experience
in writing for the Web
- Strong
awareness and experience of e-communications and social media platforms
- Experience
in developing, optimising and incorporating multimedia content (such as
videos, webcasts, and blogs) into websites
Length
of Experience
- 3+
years in similar or related field/ environment
Key
Skills
- Use
of internet graphic design tools
- Web
development and programming tools
- Creative
with a flare for communication and design
- Excellent
oral and written communication skills including a good command of English
- Able
to manage multiple projects
Personal
Attributes
- Proactive
and innovative
- Enthusiasm
and drive
- Analytical
skills
- Confident
- Flexible
and a team player
Performance
Standard
- Quality
of work as indicated by achievement of specific goals and objectives as detailed
in the Unit work plan
This
is a challenging opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated professional.
If you would like to join this dynamic team and help bring better health for Africa, please quote the position and reference number (CHR/11/08-15) on the AMREF HRM Enterprise.
Opening date: 23/1/2012
Closing Date: 30/1/2012
We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.
If you would like to join this dynamic team and help bring better health for Africa, please quote the position and reference number (CHR/11/08-15) on the AMREF HRM Enterprise.
Opening date: 23/1/2012
Closing Date: 30/1/2012
We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.
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