Communications, Outreach & Knowledge Management Specialist

Communications, Outreach & Knowledge Management Specialist
The Global e-Schools and Communities Initiative (GESCI) is an international non-profit technicalassistance organization, established by the UN and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya which has amandate to advise and assist Governments in the socio-economic development of their countries through the widespread integration of technology for knowledge society development, especially in the education, skills training and community development areas.In particular, GESCI partners Governments in effective policy making for education provision with an    emphasis on the systematic use and integration of technology. Currently GESCI works with 13 East and southern and West Africa Governments in leadership development programmes for policy-making for social, economic and knowledge society development.Effective communications and Knowledge Management are central to GESCI’s operations. The role is two-fold to cover the complementary functions of internal and external organisational communications, public relations, outreach and publicity on the one hand as well as the development and management of processes, tools and reporting mechanisms associated with knowledge creation, sharing and distribution on the other hand.Communications, public relations and publicity responsibilities:The primary function of this dimension of the role is to ensure consistency in organisational messages and to promote and maintain a positive organisational image. Several of these functions, especially those related to advocacy, donor relations and fund raising, will be carried out in close collaboration with GESCI staff responsible for Donor relations/fundraising.Develop and implement an organisational communications and outreach strategy which reflects GESCI’s strategic visionInitiate and maintain relationships with local, regional  and international media outlets (radio and TV networks, newspapers, magazines) and establish positive associations with the public and mass media on behalf of GESCIUse a range of media to promote GESCI and its programmesAssist with the re-design of the GESCI website and update it on a regular basisMaintain and update GESCI’s social networking pages (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn) with fresh dataCoordinate media and fund raising eventsDevelop press releases and publicity  materials (including videos, photos) to promote GESCI news, events, services, products and achievementsDevelop and disseminate GESCI promotional materials (e.g. brochures, leaflets, programme fliers, marketing and recruitment materials)Take responsibility for the display of resources and stands during conferences and/or GESCI eventsPrepare documents for publication including the GESCI annual report and other periodic reports.Propose and manage advertisements on behalf of the organisationManage partner, stakeholder and programme beneficiary relationships Edit, design and print internal publicationsCollaborate with the relevant staff in the preparation  of proposals and responses to donorsContribute to the development of innovative technologies and processes to help GESCI better serve its clientsAdvise on social media use for marketing and promotional purposes.Coordinate and facilitate GESCI networks and Communities of Learning.Knowledge Management responsibilities:Knowledge management is the explicit management of vital knowledge and information possessed by individuals in the organisation so that it is effectively shared and used by others in the organisation.  The primary function of the KM dimension of the role is to facilitate and support improved knowledge utilisation, sharing and collaboration for cross-functional learning across GESCI programmes and teams as part of GESCI’s knowledge management system.Assist with developing  a corporate knowledge management system and strategyImplement   the Knowledge Management System and once established manage the on-going operation and enhancement. This includes developing GESCI’s corporate information and knowledge management inventory and consolidating  GESCI’s repositories for more effective knowledge management and knowledge sharing Compile and maintain a detailed inventory of existing electronic and paper resources, and identify knowledge gaps and make recommendationsDevelop a policy for and implement document controlManage and maintain all GESCI information resources and associated contentEnsure the storing, archiving and taxonomical layouts of information resources are consistent across and throughout the organisation.Design and implement cataloguing systems, as well preserving the freshness and accuracy of catalogued itemsIn collaboration with the IT officer ensure that proper technology platforms are in place in order to distribute the findings from information gathering to the relevant individuals (This might lead to upgrades in hardware or software solutions used throughout the organisation)Identify, recommend and purchase appropriate Knowledge Management software tools as required, and track new standards and methodologiesDevelop innovative ways to promote knowledge sharing, coordinate with  content contributors and subject matter experts to identify cross-practice content priorities, and work as part of a team to capture and codify materialsManage processes, tools and reporting associated with knowledge creation, sharing and deliveryEnsure all staff are aware of the centralised repository and are able to access and use itSolicit opportunities for teams to exchange information and share best practices, then document that knowledgeMonitor and report on the effectiveness of knowledge creation, sharing and utilisation. This appointment is a full time position for an initial duration of 2 years with a possibility of extension subject to satisfactory performance evaluations and funding availability.University level qualification in Communications, Media Studies, Marketing and/or Knowledge Management (R)MBA or Post-graduate degree in relevant field (D)Strong background in information/knowledge  management (R)Excellent English (R)French as a  second language an advantage (D)Extensive ( min 5 years) experience in knowledge management/communications, advocacy or public relationsExperience (min 3 years) in a senior communications management position dealing with both internal and external communicationsSome recorded experience on Knowledge ManagementCampaign management history in the not-for-profit sectorExperience on brand management both traditional and onlineGood knowledge of multimedia trends and tools Proficiency in content managementAwareness of knowledge sharing methodologiesExperience of information management systems and methodologiesKnowledge and experience of KM tools and platforms.Excellent writing skills and command of the English language.A working knowledge of French is an advantage.Excellent  communications and technology skillsConceptualizing skills for creating promotional material (including newsletters, web copy, articles, video scripts, and other)Proficiency in media / press relationsUnderstanding of Knowledge Management, Organisational Behavior and Change Management processes and procedures Ability to coordinate and manage online networksStrong analytical and problem solving capabilitiesAbility to multitask and consistently meet deadlinesExcellent online and software skills (web, email, MS Word, Excel etc)Graphic design skills and experienceCreativity and visualization skillsGood interpersonal communication skills.

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Communications Consultant

SOS Children’s Village Somalia and Somaliland, a branch of SOS Children’s Villages International is a Non-Governmental organization (NGO) which is non-sectarian, non- partisan and non – profit making organization. Its core mission is to provide care and support for children who are at risk of or have lost parental care. Presently we work in five project locations of Mogadishu and Baidoa (South and Central Somalia), Berbera, Hargeisa, and Sheikh (Somaliland) in the areas of child care, education, health and emergency programming. Under its flagship health program, SOS runs a Mother and Child Referral Hospital in Mogadishu that see over 200,000 patients annually across primary health care and comprehensive in-patient and also runs a nursing school that acts a research and a practicum site for local medical teaching universities.SOS Somalia/Somaliland intends to raise its visibility both locally and internationally, as it looks build strong partnerships with other INGOs, government, local communities and donors. In light of this, we are looking for a communications consultant.The objective of the assignment is to document case studies and capture viable photos of the programs of SOS. The intent is to get write-ups and visual material that will raise the public profile and visibility of SOS Children’s Villages Somalia/Somaliland and in addition to contributing to its fundraising efforts.The consultant will be expected to travel to the two regions where SOS runs its program in Somalia and Somaliland. The scope comprises the following and the consultant will be expected to deliver the following items during and at the end of the assignment, which should be ready for printing:Task Deliverable 1 à Document SOS’s organizational profile and fact sheets outlining all the projects and programs on properly designed brochures 2 write-ups detailing overall organizational profile for Somalia and Somaliland5 specific write-ups detailing profiles/fact sheet (with statistics) on health, education, emergency and care programs 2 àDocument program success stories. These stories must be compelling, genuine and beneficiary centered and should tell show how the programmes have promoted positive change in the care, health, education and emergency sectors. 10-15 success stories/case studies 3 àTake professional photos of the state of the major program activities, showcasing SOS interventions and how they impact the lives of the communities. The photos which can be used for fundraising and showcasing.Edit and submit the photos in addition to using some of them in the design of the brochures. 400 high-quality and high-resolution, edited, pictures from SOS Somalia and Somaliland projects delivered on CD. 4 à Design and layout of the organizational profile, fact sheets and case study write-upsWork with a printing firm to ensure mass production of brochures.We work with children and the photos should respect the rights of children in accordance with our child protection policy. Subjects within the images should appear natural, relaxed and images should not be posed. The photos should tell a story about the function of our work and not be superficial with an over use of added effects. Images should not be contrived and have an inspirational, positive feel to them. The dignity of the subjects should be upheld.Copyright and intellectual property rights will be retained with SOS Somalia/Somaliland and the consultant will be expected to adhere to this. He/She may not use, reproduce or otherwise disseminate or authorize others to use, reproduce or disseminate such works without prior consent from SOS.The candidate must meet the following minimum requirements:Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent), preferably in communications, journalism, public relations or other related field.Minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in journalism and communications, including minimum five years working experience in international NGO, in a communications department.Highly developed communication skills, including ability to draft/edit texts and to articulate ideas in a clear, concise style to a variety of audiences.Outstanding photography skills as well as photo editing skillsIntermediate to Advanced MS Office skills particularly Microsoft Publisher.Demonstrated experience in writing communication strategies with a monitoring and evaluation framework.Interested applicants who meet the required profile are invited to submit an expression of interest including:A technical and financial expression of interest (or bid) addressing the selection criteria, detailing how the consultant’s previous experience matches the consultancy objectives as well as the consultant’s availability and consultancy rates.One of each sample of recent work (case studies, photos and brochures designed)Updated CV including relevant work experience and qualifications.Contact details of two references.Please email the application and CV/organizational profile to hr@sossomalia.org and cc to Rachael.onyango@sos-kdi.org and indicate “Communications Consultant” in the subject line, to reach no later than 25thSeptember 2014.

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Communications Consultant

SOS Children’s Village Somalia and Somaliland, a branch of SOS Children’s Villages International is a Non-Governmental organization (NGO) which is non-sectarian, non- partisan and non – profit making organization. Its core mission is to provide care and support for children who are at risk of or have lost parental care. Presently we work in five project locations of Mogadishu and Baidoa (South and Central Somalia), Berbera, Hargeisa, and Sheikh (Somaliland) in the areas of child care, education, health and emergency programming. Under its flagship health program, SOS runs a Mother and Child Referral Hospital in Mogadishu that see over 200,000 patients annually across primary health care and comprehensive in-patient and also runs a nursing school that acts a research and a practicum site for local medical teaching universities.SOS Somalia/Somaliland intends to raise its visibility both locally and internationally, as it looks build strong partnerships with other INGOs, government, local communities and donors. In light of this, we are looking for a communications consultant.The objective of the assignment is to document case studies and capture viable photos of the programs of SOS. The intent is to get write-ups and visual material that will raise the public profile and visibility of SOS Children’s Villages Somalia/Somaliland and in addition to contributing to its fundraising efforts.The consultant will be expected to travel to the two regions where SOS runs its program in Somalia and Somaliland. The scope comprises the following and the consultant will be expected to deliver the following items during and at the end of the assignment, which should be ready for printing:Task Deliverable 1 à Document SOS’s organizational profile and fact sheets outlining all the projects and programs on properly designed brochures 2 write-ups detailing overall organizational profile for Somalia and Somaliland5 specific write-ups detailing profiles/fact sheet (with statistics) on health, education, emergency and care programs 2 àDocument program success stories. These stories must be compelling, genuine and beneficiary centered and should tell show how the programmes have promoted positive change in the care, health, education and emergency sectors. 10-15 success stories/case studies 3 àTake professional photos of the state of the major program activities, showcasing SOS interventions and how they impact the lives of the communities. The photos which can be used for fundraising and showcasing.Edit and submit the photos in addition to using some of them in the design of the brochures. 400 high-quality and high-resolution, edited, pictures from SOS Somalia and Somaliland projects delivered on CD. 4 à Design and layout of the organizational profile, fact sheets and case study write-upsWork with a printing firm to ensure mass production of brochures.We work with children and the photos should respect the rights of children in accordance with our child protection policy. Subjects within the images should appear natural, relaxed and images should not be posed. The photos should tell a story about the function of our work and not be superficial with an over use of added effects. Images should not be contrived and have an inspirational, positive feel to them. The dignity of the subjects should be upheld.Copyright and intellectual property rights will be retained with SOS Somalia/Somaliland and the consultant will be expected to adhere to this. He/She may not use, reproduce or otherwise disseminate or authorize others to use, reproduce or disseminate such works without prior consent from SOS.The candidate must meet the following minimum requirements:Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent), preferably in communications, journalism, public relations or other related field.Minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in journalism and communications, including minimum five years working experience in international NGO, in a communications department.Highly developed communication skills, including ability to draft/edit texts and to articulate ideas in a clear, concise style to a variety of audiences.Outstanding photography skills as well as photo editing skillsIntermediate to Advanced MS Office skills particularly Microsoft Publisher.Demonstrated experience in writing communication strategies with a monitoring and evaluation framework.Interested applicants who meet the required profile are invited to submit an expression of interest including:A technical and financial expression of interest (or bid) addressing the selection criteria, detailing how the consultant’s previous experience matches the consultancy objectives as well as the consultant’s availability and consultancy rates.One of each sample of recent work (case studies, photos and brochures designed)Updated CV including relevant work experience and qualifications.Contact details of two references.Please email the application and CV/organizational profile to hr@sossomalia.org and cc to Rachael.onyango@sos-kdi.org and indicate “Communications Consultant” in the subject line, to reach no later than 25thSeptember 2014.

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Marketing & Communications Officer

Job Title:*Marketing and Communications Officer*NairoBits Trust is a youth based organization that uses ICT multimedia creatively to improve the lives of less privileged youth from the non-formal settlements. This target population accounts for 60% of the total estimated population of 7 million in Kenya who are underprivileged in terms of the basic human needs including access to education, with 50% to 70% of them living below the poverty line. Category ICT Training Region Nairobi-Kenya Contract Volunteer-Full-Time/Part-time(or what is applicable)for foreigners Duration Not less than 6 months Salary No pay Job Description NairoBits Trust is a youth based organization that uses ICT multimedia creatively to improve the lives of less privileged children and youth from the non-formal settlement. This target population accounts for 60% of the total estimated population of 7 million in Kenya who are underprivileged in terms of the basic human needs including access to education, with 50% to 70% of them living below the poverty line.The Trust envisages a situation where 70% of the urban informal settlement youths can access Information Communication Technology (ICT) skills that would improve their chances of getting employment as well as increase their ability to enter the business market. NairoBits equips the youth with knowledge in Web Design, IT skills, life skills, Creative Multimedia, and Entrepreneurship to improve their opportunities in employment and/or entrepreneurship. The Trust develops the youth’s character by inculcating critical elements of personal confidence, self-esteem, and general life skills. NairoBits’ trained youth have been able to secure employment in both formal and informal sectors and the success rate of employment is at 70%. The NairoBits program has had positive impact on the target group and this has generated confidence among the stakeholders in the ICT sector. The program has particularly attracted attention from many partners who wish to scale up the program to reach more vulnerable youths and/or replicate the program to other areas in the region.• Develop and implement a strategic marketing plan that will advance NairoBits’s brand, broaden awareness of its programs and grow funding support.
• Manage the development and distribution of all print and electronic collateral, including newsletters, the annual report and event invitations.
• Develop and guide NairoBits’s online strategy, including its website and social media. Work closely with staff and graphic designer to write and design content.
• Collaborate with trainers and NairoBit’s partners to develop compelling stories that convey how donors’ contributions are being used on the ground.
• Ensure consistent and effective communication of NairoBits’s brand and positioning across all channels.
• Develop and manage a media strategy nationally to build awareness and establish NairoBits as a thought leader.
• Develop resources to help NairoBits’s partners assess and improve their own marketing programs.
• Build relationships with NairoBits’s donors to inform them about marketing programs and encourage their support.
• Develop metrics to measure the effectiveness of marketing initiatives and adaptively manage their design.
Qualifications:
• 5 - 10 years of marketing/communications experience, preferably including experience in a marketing leadership role within a nonprofit organization.
• Demonstrated passion for ICT.
• A strong track record as an implementer who thrives on managing a variety of initiatives concurrently.
• Demonstrated experience in social media as well as print and electronic communications.
• Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to transform information into compelling messages.
• Familiarity with HTML, JavaScript, Flash, and Photoshop and other design tools with be a plus.
• Highly collaborative style and strong interpersonal skills.
• Strategic and creative, but very pragmatic.
• Self-starter, able to work independently, and entrepreneurial.
• An analytical orientation and commitment to testing and measuring effectiveness of programs.Education -Minimum Undergraduate University Degree in Business(marketing or Administration),Communication,International Relations or any other related disciplineLanguage:Able to effectively communicate in EnglishSwahili speaking is an added advantageSend a Cover letter and a CV to the:

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Communications, Outreach & Knowledge Management Specialist

Communications, Outreach & Knowledge Management Specialist
The Global e-Schools and Communities Initiative (GESCI) is an international non-profit technicalassistance organization, established by the UN and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya which has amandate to advise and assist Governments in the socio-economic development of their countries through the widespread integration of technology for knowledge society development, especially in the education, skills training and community development areas.In particular, GESCI partners Governments in effective policy making for education provision with an    emphasis on the systematic use and integration of technology. Currently GESCI works with 13 East and southern and West Africa Governments in leadership development programmes for policy-making for social, economic and knowledge society development.Effective communications and Knowledge Management are central to GESCI’s operations. The role is two-fold to cover the complementary functions of internal and external organisational communications, public relations, outreach and publicity on the one hand as well as the development and management of processes, tools and reporting mechanisms associated with knowledge creation, sharing and distribution on the other hand.Communications, public relations and publicity responsibilities:The primary function of this dimension of the role is to ensure consistency in organisational messages and to promote and maintain a positive organisational image. Several of these functions, especially those related to advocacy, donor relations and fund raising, will be carried out in close collaboration with GESCI staff responsible for Donor relations/fundraising.Develop and implement an organisational communications and outreach strategy which reflects GESCI’s strategic visionInitiate and maintain relationships with local, regional  and international media outlets (radio and TV networks, newspapers, magazines) and establish positive associations with the public and mass media on behalf of GESCIUse a range of media to promote GESCI and its programmesAssist with the re-design of the GESCI website and update it on a regular basisMaintain and update GESCI’s social networking pages (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn) with fresh dataCoordinate media and fund raising eventsDevelop press releases and publicity  materials (including videos, photos) to promote GESCI news, events, services, products and achievementsDevelop and disseminate GESCI promotional materials (e.g. brochures, leaflets, programme fliers, marketing and recruitment materials)Take responsibility for the display of resources and stands during conferences and/or GESCI eventsPrepare documents for publication including the GESCI annual report and other periodic reports.Propose and manage advertisements on behalf of the organisationManage partner, stakeholder and programme beneficiary relationships Edit, design and print internal publicationsCollaborate with the relevant staff in the preparation  of proposals and responses to donorsContribute to the development of innovative technologies and processes to help GESCI better serve its clientsAdvise on social media use for marketing and promotional purposes.Coordinate and facilitate GESCI networks and Communities of Learning.Knowledge Management responsibilities:Knowledge management is the explicit management of vital knowledge and information possessed by individuals in the organisation so that it is effectively shared and used by others in the organisation.  The primary function of the KM dimension of the role is to facilitate and support improved knowledge utilisation, sharing and collaboration for cross-functional learning across GESCI programmes and teams as part of GESCI’s knowledge management system.Assist with developing  a corporate knowledge management system and strategyImplement   the Knowledge Management System and once established manage the on-going operation and enhancement. This includes developing GESCI’s corporate information and knowledge management inventory and consolidating  GESCI’s repositories for more effective knowledge management and knowledge sharing Compile and maintain a detailed inventory of existing electronic and paper resources, and identify knowledge gaps and make recommendationsDevelop a policy for and implement document controlManage and maintain all GESCI information resources and associated contentEnsure the storing, archiving and taxonomical layouts of information resources are consistent across and throughout the organisation.Design and implement cataloguing systems, as well preserving the freshness and accuracy of catalogued itemsIn collaboration with the IT officer ensure that proper technology platforms are in place in order to distribute the findings from information gathering to the relevant individuals (This might lead to upgrades in hardware or software solutions used throughout the organisation)Identify, recommend and purchase appropriate Knowledge Management software tools as required, and track new standards and methodologiesDevelop innovative ways to promote knowledge sharing, coordinate with  content contributors and subject matter experts to identify cross-practice content priorities, and work as part of a team to capture and codify materialsManage processes, tools and reporting associated with knowledge creation, sharing and deliveryEnsure all staff are aware of the centralised repository and are able to access and use itSolicit opportunities for teams to exchange information and share best practices, then document that knowledgeMonitor and report on the effectiveness of knowledge creation, sharing and utilisation. This appointment is a full time position for an initial duration of 2 years with a possibility of extension subject to satisfactory performance evaluations and funding availability.University level qualification in Communications, Media Studies, Marketing and/or Knowledge Management (R)MBA or Post-graduate degree in relevant field (D)Strong background in information/knowledge  management (R)Excellent English (R)French as a  second language an advantage (D)Extensive ( min 5 years) experience in knowledge management/communications, advocacy or public relationsExperience (min 3 years) in a senior communications management position dealing with both internal and external communicationsSome recorded experience on Knowledge ManagementCampaign management history in the not-for-profit sectorExperience on brand management both traditional and onlineGood knowledge of multimedia trends and tools Proficiency in content managementAwareness of knowledge sharing methodologiesExperience of information management systems and methodologiesKnowledge and experience of KM tools and platforms.Excellent writing skills and command of the English language.A working knowledge of French is an advantage.Excellent  communications and technology skillsConceptualizing skills for creating promotional material (including newsletters, web copy, articles, video scripts, and other)Proficiency in media / press relationsUnderstanding of Knowledge Management, Organisational Behavior and Change Management processes and procedures Ability to coordinate and manage online networksStrong analytical and problem solving capabilitiesAbility to multitask and consistently meet deadlinesExcellent online and software skills (web, email, MS Word, Excel etc)Graphic design skills and experienceCreativity and visualization skillsGood interpersonal communication skills.

Communications Consultant

SOS Children’s Village Somalia and Somaliland, a branch of SOS Children’s Villages International is a Non-Governmental organization (NGO) which is non-sectarian, non- partisan and non – profit making organization. Its core mission is to provide care and support for children who are at risk of or have lost parental care. Presently we work in five project locations of Mogadishu and Baidoa (South and Central Somalia), Berbera, Hargeisa, and Sheikh (Somaliland) in the areas of child care, education, health and emergency programming. Under its flagship health program, SOS runs a Mother and Child Referral Hospital in Mogadishu that see over 200,000 patients annually across primary health care and comprehensive in-patient and also runs a nursing school that acts a research and a practicum site for local medical teaching universities.SOS Somalia/Somaliland intends to raise its visibility both locally and internationally, as it looks build strong partnerships with other INGOs, government, local communities and donors. In light of this, we are looking for a communications consultant.The objective of the assignment is to document case studies and capture viable photos of the programs of SOS. The intent is to get write-ups and visual material that will raise the public profile and visibility of SOS Children’s Villages Somalia/Somaliland and in addition to contributing to its fundraising efforts.The consultant will be expected to travel to the two regions where SOS runs its program in Somalia and Somaliland. The scope comprises the following and the consultant will be expected to deliver the following items during and at the end of the assignment, which should be ready for printing:Task Deliverable 1 à Document SOS’s organizational profile and fact sheets outlining all the projects and programs on properly designed brochures 2 write-ups detailing overall organizational profile for Somalia and Somaliland5 specific write-ups detailing profiles/fact sheet (with statistics) on health, education, emergency and care programs 2 àDocument program success stories. These stories must be compelling, genuine and beneficiary centered and should tell show how the programmes have promoted positive change in the care, health, education and emergency sectors. 10-15 success stories/case studies 3 àTake professional photos of the state of the major program activities, showcasing SOS interventions and how they impact the lives of the communities. The photos which can be used for fundraising and showcasing.Edit and submit the photos in addition to using some of them in the design of the brochures. 400 high-quality and high-resolution, edited, pictures from SOS Somalia and Somaliland projects delivered on CD. 4 à Design and layout of the organizational profile, fact sheets and case study write-upsWork with a printing firm to ensure mass production of brochures.We work with children and the photos should respect the rights of children in accordance with our child protection policy. Subjects within the images should appear natural, relaxed and images should not be posed. The photos should tell a story about the function of our work and not be superficial with an over use of added effects. Images should not be contrived and have an inspirational, positive feel to them. The dignity of the subjects should be upheld.Copyright and intellectual property rights will be retained with SOS Somalia/Somaliland and the consultant will be expected to adhere to this. He/She may not use, reproduce or otherwise disseminate or authorize others to use, reproduce or disseminate such works without prior consent from SOS.The candidate must meet the following minimum requirements:Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent), preferably in communications, journalism, public relations or other related field.Minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in journalism and communications, including minimum five years working experience in international NGO, in a communications department.Highly developed communication skills, including ability to draft/edit texts and to articulate ideas in a clear, concise style to a variety of audiences.Outstanding photography skills as well as photo editing skillsIntermediate to Advanced MS Office skills particularly Microsoft Publisher.Demonstrated experience in writing communication strategies with a monitoring and evaluation framework.Interested applicants who meet the required profile are invited to submit an expression of interest including:A technical and financial expression of interest (or bid) addressing the selection criteria, detailing how the consultant’s previous experience matches the consultancy objectives as well as the consultant’s availability and consultancy rates.One of each sample of recent work (case studies, photos and brochures designed)Updated CV including relevant work experience and qualifications.Contact details of two references.Please email the application and CV/organizational profile to hr@sossomalia.org and cc to Rachael.onyango@sos-kdi.org and indicate “Communications Consultant” in the subject line, to reach no later than 25thSeptember 2014.

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Communications Consultant

SOS Children’s Village Somalia and Somaliland, a branch of SOS Children’s Villages International is a Non-Governmental organization (NGO) which is non-sectarian, non- partisan and non – profit making organization. Its core mission is to provide care and support for children who are at risk of or have lost parental care. Presently we work in five project locations of Mogadishu and Baidoa (South and Central Somalia), Berbera, Hargeisa, and Sheikh (Somaliland) in the areas of child care, education, health and emergency programming. Under its flagship health program, SOS runs a Mother and Child Referral Hospital in Mogadishu that see over 200,000 patients annually across primary health care and comprehensive in-patient and also runs a nursing school that acts a research and a practicum site for local medical teaching universities.SOS Somalia/Somaliland intends to raise its visibility both locally and internationally, as it looks build strong partnerships with other INGOs, government, local communities and donors. In light of this, we are looking for a communications consultant.The objective of the assignment is to document case studies and capture viable photos of the programs of SOS. The intent is to get write-ups and visual material that will raise the public profile and visibility of SOS Children’s Villages Somalia/Somaliland and in addition to contributing to its fundraising efforts.The consultant will be expected to travel to the two regions where SOS runs its program in Somalia and Somaliland. The scope comprises the following and the consultant will be expected to deliver the following items during and at the end of the assignment, which should be ready for printing:Task Deliverable 1 à Document SOS’s organizational profile and fact sheets outlining all the projects and programs on properly designed brochures 2 write-ups detailing overall organizational profile for Somalia and Somaliland5 specific write-ups detailing profiles/fact sheet (with statistics) on health, education, emergency and care programs 2 àDocument program success stories. These stories must be compelling, genuine and beneficiary centered and should tell show how the programmes have promoted positive change in the care, health, education and emergency sectors. 10-15 success stories/case studies 3 àTake professional photos of the state of the major program activities, showcasing SOS interventions and how they impact the lives of the communities. The photos which can be used for fundraising and showcasing.Edit and submit the photos in addition to using some of them in the design of the brochures. 400 high-quality and high-resolution, edited, pictures from SOS Somalia and Somaliland projects delivered on CD. 4 à Design and layout of the organizational profile, fact sheets and case study write-upsWork with a printing firm to ensure mass production of brochures.We work with children and the photos should respect the rights of children in accordance with our child protection policy. Subjects within the images should appear natural, relaxed and images should not be posed. The photos should tell a story about the function of our work and not be superficial with an over use of added effects. Images should not be contrived and have an inspirational, positive feel to them. The dignity of the subjects should be upheld.Copyright and intellectual property rights will be retained with SOS Somalia/Somaliland and the consultant will be expected to adhere to this. He/She may not use, reproduce or otherwise disseminate or authorize others to use, reproduce or disseminate such works without prior consent from SOS.The candidate must meet the following minimum requirements:Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent), preferably in communications, journalism, public relations or other related field.Minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in journalism and communications, including minimum five years working experience in international NGO, in a communications department.Highly developed communication skills, including ability to draft/edit texts and to articulate ideas in a clear, concise style to a variety of audiences.Outstanding photography skills as well as photo editing skillsIntermediate to Advanced MS Office skills particularly Microsoft Publisher.Demonstrated experience in writing communication strategies with a monitoring and evaluation framework.Interested applicants who meet the required profile are invited to submit an expression of interest including:A technical and financial expression of interest (or bid) addressing the selection criteria, detailing how the consultant’s previous experience matches the consultancy objectives as well as the consultant’s availability and consultancy rates.One of each sample of recent work (case studies, photos and brochures designed)Updated CV including relevant work experience and qualifications.Contact details of two references.Please email the application and CV/organizational profile to hr@sossomalia.org and cc to Rachael.onyango@sos-kdi.org and indicate “Communications Consultant” in the subject line, to reach no later than 25thSeptember 2014.

Marketing & Communications Officer

Job Title:*Marketing and Communications Officer*NairoBits Trust is a youth based organization that uses ICT multimedia creatively to improve the lives of less privileged youth from the non-formal settlements. This target population accounts for 60% of the total estimated population of 7 million in Kenya who are underprivileged in terms of the basic human needs including access to education, with 50% to 70% of them living below the poverty line. Category ICT Training Region Nairobi-Kenya Contract Volunteer-Full-Time/Part-time(or what is applicable)for foreigners Duration Not less than 6 months Salary No pay Job Description NairoBits Trust is a youth based organization that uses ICT multimedia creatively to improve the lives of less privileged children and youth from the non-formal settlement. This target population accounts for 60% of the total estimated population of 7 million in Kenya who are underprivileged in terms of the basic human needs including access to education, with 50% to 70% of them living below the poverty line.The Trust envisages a situation where 70% of the urban informal settlement youths can access Information Communication Technology (ICT) skills that would improve their chances of getting employment as well as increase their ability to enter the business market. NairoBits equips the youth with knowledge in Web Design, IT skills, life skills, Creative Multimedia, and Entrepreneurship to improve their opportunities in employment and/or entrepreneurship. The Trust develops the youth’s character by inculcating critical elements of personal confidence, self-esteem, and general life skills. NairoBits’ trained youth have been able to secure employment in both formal and informal sectors and the success rate of employment is at 70%. The NairoBits program has had positive impact on the target group and this has generated confidence among the stakeholders in the ICT sector. The program has particularly attracted attention from many partners who wish to scale up the program to reach more vulnerable youths and/or replicate the program to other areas in the region.• Develop and implement a strategic marketing plan that will advance NairoBits’s brand, broaden awareness of its programs and grow funding support.
• Manage the development and distribution of all print and electronic collateral, including newsletters, the annual report and event invitations.
• Develop and guide NairoBits’s online strategy, including its website and social media. Work closely with staff and graphic designer to write and design content.
• Collaborate with trainers and NairoBit’s partners to develop compelling stories that convey how donors’ contributions are being used on the ground.
• Ensure consistent and effective communication of NairoBits’s brand and positioning across all channels.
• Develop and manage a media strategy nationally to build awareness and establish NairoBits as a thought leader.
• Develop resources to help NairoBits’s partners assess and improve their own marketing programs.
• Build relationships with NairoBits’s donors to inform them about marketing programs and encourage their support.
• Develop metrics to measure the effectiveness of marketing initiatives and adaptively manage their design.
Qualifications:
• 5 - 10 years of marketing/communications experience, preferably including experience in a marketing leadership role within a nonprofit organization.
• Demonstrated passion for ICT.
• A strong track record as an implementer who thrives on managing a variety of initiatives concurrently.
• Demonstrated experience in social media as well as print and electronic communications.
• Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to transform information into compelling messages.
• Familiarity with HTML, JavaScript, Flash, and Photoshop and other design tools with be a plus.
• Highly collaborative style and strong interpersonal skills.
• Strategic and creative, but very pragmatic.
• Self-starter, able to work independently, and entrepreneurial.
• An analytical orientation and commitment to testing and measuring effectiveness of programs.Education -Minimum Undergraduate University Degree in Business(marketing or Administration),Communication,International Relations or any other related disciplineLanguage:Able to effectively communicate in EnglishSwahili speaking is an added advantageSend a Cover letter and a CV to the:

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Communications Consultant

SOS Children’s Village Somalia and Somaliland, a branch of SOS Children’s Villages International is a Non-Governmental organization (NGO) which is non-sectarian, non- partisan and non – profit making organization. Its core mission is to provide care and support for children who are at risk of or have lost parental care. Presently we work in five project locations of Mogadishu and Baidoa (South and Central Somalia), Berbera, Hargeisa, and Sheikh (Somaliland) in the areas of child care, education, health and emergency programming. Under its flagship health program, SOS runs a Mother and Child Referral Hospital in Mogadishu that see over 200,000 patients annually across primary health care and comprehensive in-patient and also runs a nursing school that acts a research and a practicum site for local medical teaching universities.SOS Somalia/Somaliland intends to raise its visibility both locally and internationally, as it looks build strong partnerships with other INGOs, government, local communities and donors. In light of this, we are looking for a communications consultant.The objective of the assignment is to document case studies and capture viable photos of the programs of SOS. The intent is to get write-ups and visual material that will raise the public profile and visibility of SOS Children’s Villages Somalia/Somaliland and in addition to contributing to its fundraising efforts.The consultant will be expected to travel to the two regions where SOS runs its program in Somalia and Somaliland. The scope comprises the following and the consultant will be expected to deliver the following items during and at the end of the assignment, which should be ready for printing:Task Deliverable 1 à Document SOS’s organizational profile and fact sheets outlining all the projects and programs on properly designed brochures 2 write-ups detailing overall organizational profile for Somalia and Somaliland5 specific write-ups detailing profiles/fact sheet (with statistics) on health, education, emergency and care programs 2 àDocument program success stories. These stories must be compelling, genuine and beneficiary centered and should tell show how the programmes have promoted positive change in the care, health, education and emergency sectors. 10-15 success stories/case studies 3 àTake professional photos of the state of the major program activities, showcasing SOS interventions and how they impact the lives of the communities. The photos which can be used for fundraising and showcasing.Edit and submit the photos in addition to using some of them in the design of the brochures. 400 high-quality and high-resolution, edited, pictures from SOS Somalia and Somaliland projects delivered on CD. 4 à Design and layout of the organizational profile, fact sheets and case study write-upsWork with a printing firm to ensure mass production of brochures.We work with children and the photos should respect the rights of children in accordance with our child protection policy. Subjects within the images should appear natural, relaxed and images should not be posed. The photos should tell a story about the function of our work and not be superficial with an over use of added effects. Images should not be contrived and have an inspirational, positive feel to them. The dignity of the subjects should be upheld.Copyright and intellectual property rights will be retained with SOS Somalia/Somaliland and the consultant will be expected to adhere to this. He/She may not use, reproduce or otherwise disseminate or authorize others to use, reproduce or disseminate such works without prior consent from SOS.The candidate must meet the following minimum requirements:Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent), preferably in communications, journalism, public relations or other related field.Minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in journalism and communications, including minimum five years working experience in international NGO, in a communications department.Highly developed communication skills, including ability to draft/edit texts and to articulate ideas in a clear, concise style to a variety of audiences.Outstanding photography skills as well as photo editing skillsIntermediate to Advanced MS Office skills particularly Microsoft Publisher.Demonstrated experience in writing communication strategies with a monitoring and evaluation framework.Interested applicants who meet the required profile are invited to submit an expression of interest including:A technical and financial expression of interest (or bid) addressing the selection criteria, detailing how the consultant’s previous experience matches the consultancy objectives as well as the consultant’s availability and consultancy rates.One of each sample of recent work (case studies, photos and brochures designed)Updated CV including relevant work experience and qualifications.Contact details of two references.Please email the application and CV/organizational profile to hr@sossomalia.org and cc to Rachael.onyango@sos-kdi.org and indicate “Communications Consultant” in the subject line, to reach no later than 25thSeptember 2014.

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Communications and Marketing Director - The Salvation Army - Fayetteville, NC

This position is responsible for developing, coordinating and implementing The Salvation Army of Fayetteville’s communication strategy; plans, directs, monitors and evaluates all public relation functions to ensure the organization maintains a favorable and positive image in the community; coordinates and promotes special events and serves as liaison to Corps Officer and Advisory Board.

Working knowledge of computers and software (especially Microsoft, Lotus 123, Excel, Power Point, Publisher, Lotus Notes), and facsimile machines. Ability to set and work to priorities, analyze problems, make decisions based on policy and procedures, identify when supervisor assistance and communication required and ability to communicate outside sources in an effective manner. Ability to work under pressure.

Required Experience:
Must have at least one year of professional experience in communications, Public relations, marketing or related field. Must be committed to working in the nonprofit sector. Must be able to work sensitively and effectively with individuals of diverse educations, socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.

Required Education:
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism OR related field required.

Compensation:
35,0000/year
Medical benefits after 90 days
Paid Vacation and Sick leave
Pension plan after one year

Additional Comments:
All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

To apply, please complete our on-line application using the apply button at the bottom of this posting.

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Communications Associate - Anheuser-Busch - St. Louis, MO

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Communications.
Previous professional public relations experience with an organization (PR agency intern experience preferred).
Experience drafting press materials including press releases.
Knowledge of AP style.
Experience "pitching" stories to news media preferred. Previous experience developing media lists and identifying key contacts within a media outlet.
Research experience and report development. Basic knowledge of research tools including ...
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Communications and Signals Management Trainee - Norfolk Southern - Norfolk, VA

CompanyNorfolk Southern is one of the nation''s premier transportation companies specializing in freight railroading. We operateapproximately 21,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serve every major container port in theeastern United States, and provide efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern has the most extensiveintermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal and industrial products.We are a team of more than 28,000 employees ...
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Communications Coordinator - Disney Consumer Products - Glendale, CA

Disney Consumer Products (DCP) is the business segment of The Walt Disney Company that extends the Disney brand to merchandise ranging from apparel, toys, home decor and books to interactive games, food and beverages, stationery, electronics and animation art.

CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS
Corporate Communications supports all DCP’s businesses through external media and trade relations, internal communications, and communications with licensees. The team includes public relations professionals, web ...
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P/T PROMOTION ASST - KFI AM 640 - Clear Channel Communications - Los Angeles, CA

Clear Channel Radio is currently seeking responsible, outgoing, enthusiastic and friendly individuals to represent the radio station at various promotional events in Southern California. Various office duties will include posting photos on website, maintaining contest calendars, calling winners, filing, faxing and other duties as assigned. Position is entry level, part-time - up to 29 hours per week. Immediate openings for qualified individuals. Apply here, or email résumé with cover letter to LAHR@clearchannel.com. No Phone Calls! Clear Channel Media + Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Category:
Marketing

Location:
Los Angeles, CA

Division:
Media & Entertainment

Employment Status:
Part-Time

Job Requirements:
This position requires a strong work ethic, a positive attitude and strong customer service and organizational skills. Must be available to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays. Some heavy lifting (40 lbs) is required. Position requires valid drivers license, clean driving record and ability to drive large promotional vehicles. Technical knowledge/experience of sound systems and promotional experience is a plus.
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AIRPORT COMMUNICATIONS OPERATOR - City of Houston - Houston, TX

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Human Resources Associate - Axis Communications Inc - Chelmsford, MA

Axis is growing! What Is Axis?
Axis is a company; Axis is a culture; Axis is a way of life. The employees here are innovative, dedicated, energetic, charismatic, strive for success, and that’s just the beginning. Our employees are the driving force of the company and seek to move it forward towards the goal of being number one in our industry. We encourage our employees to work hard, and play harder; whether it is a game of darts or ping pong on your break, a pickup game of basketball during ...
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General Helper - L-3 Communications - Portsmouth, VA

General Helper

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Requisition ID

032848

USA-Virginia-Portsmouth

Description

Personnel applying for employment must perform the following duties at the discretion of the Lead Person. Duties include but not limited to supplying and/or holding material or tools, cleaning of work are and equipment, pulling electrical cable and provide fire prevention activities for hot work operations. Candidate must possess a general understanding of a typical naval ship layout. 

Qualifications

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COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER - State of Washington - Olympia, WA

Salary $58,000. - $62,000. Annually, plus benefits. Location Office of the Governor Olympia, Washington Opens December 1, 2011 Closes This recruitment closes December 16, 2011 at close of business. The top candidates will be invited to an interview to determine the finalists for this position. Since the selection will be based on information provided by the candidates, it is in the candidate's best interest to address the mandatory and desirable qualifications of the job as they apply to ...
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Communications Officer Job Vacancy at World Bank – Washington, DC

Job #    111504
Job Title :   Communications Officer
Job Family    Communications
Location    Washington, DC
Appointment    International Hire
Job Posted    04-Aug-2011
Closing Date    18-Aug-2011
Language Requirements    English [Essential]; French [Desired]; Spanish [Desired]
Appointment Type
Background / General description
CGAP is an independent policy and research center dedicated to advancing financial access for the world’s poor. It is supported by over 30 development agencies and private foundations who share a common mission to alleviate poverty. Housed at the World Bank, CGAP provides market intelligence, promotes standards, develops innovative solutions, and offers advisory services to governments, financial service providers, donors, and investors. Access to financial services is a fundamental tool for improving a family’s well-being and productive capacity. Poor people need to borrow, save to accumulate assets, use insurance to mitigate risks such as weather that might threaten crops, and they need remittance services to transfer money to family and friends. CGAP is dedicated to helping achieve full financial inclusion so that poor households can manage their household cash flow more effectively, and at lower cost, empowering poor families by enabling them to seize opportunities, and reduce their exposure to risk. About the Position CGAP’s Technology and Business Model Innovation Program aims to improve the lives of millions of poor people by helping to expand access to financial services through the innovative application of technology, including mobile phone networks and card-based systems (“branchless banking”). Effective use of technology can dramatically reduce the cost of delivering financial services and provide convenient access to a broad range of affordable financial products to low-income populations. In some countries, it has already done so. The Program is co-funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the UK Department for International Development (DFID), and CGAP. The Technology and Business Model Innovation Program at CGAP advises a wide range of actors including policy-makers and regulators, technology and telecommunications firms, financial institutions, investors, and donors. CGAP has played a pivotal role in advancing the sector: developing a common language for the microfinance industry, encouraging institutions of all types to adopt good practices, informing the media and general public, and building consensus and standards among the industry’s many and varied stakeholders. Our commitment to the development of knowledge and information in the field of access to finance is considerable, and we see our investment in communications as central to our success as a thought leader and knowledge center to advance access to financial services for the poor. The Technology and Business Model Innovation Program at CGAP is organized around four streams of work.
1. Learning how branchless banking works for consumers, providers and other parties in the value chain. CGAP conducts cutting-edge research on business models, value proposition for low-income, unbanked customers, and building viable networks of cash-handling agents. Much of this analysis is released first through the technology blog (http://technology.cgap.org/)
2. Work with markets. The team has chosen to focus its work in six markets that have exhibited conditions that can support successful implementations: (a) significance in the global landscape, possessing regional influence and a sizeable unbanked population; (b) an engaged regulator that supports branchless banking; and (c) active implementations and credible business partners with which to work. We expect that this combination of conditions will make it more likely to have successful implementations that reach scale, creating more reference cases from which the industry can learn. The six focus countries are India, Pakistan, Mexico, Brazil, Ghana, and South Africa. The team is currently considering adding the West African Economic and Monetary Union to this list. To learn more about the branchless banking opportunities and challenges in the focus countries please read our blog series Branchless Banking Country Notes (http://technology.cgap.org/series/branchless-banking-country-notes/).
3. Policy and Regulators. Help policymakers and regulators develop the enabling environment for branchless banking which is open to innovation from business and safe for consumers and financial system stability. More detail on work in this space is available at (http://www.cgap.org/p/site/c/template.rc/1.11.1772/).
4. Leveraging large financial flows to the poor. Remittances and government-to-person (G2P) payments provide substantial income to hundreds of millions of poor people worldwide, but they are rarely linked to safe, convenient and affordable financial services for recipients to manage these funds. CGAP advises governments and industry on how to link these flows and services via technology. The opportunity and challenges are described at (http://www.cgap.org/p/site/c/template.rc/1.11.137601/).

Duties and Accountabilities
As part of CGAP’s global communications strategy, the Communications Officer is responsible for planning, designing, executing, monitoring and evaluating communications activities around the development of new business models and the ecosystem of stakeholders needed to create impact for poor people globally. Within the next few years we see this work focusing particularly on six focus countries: Mexico, Brazil, India, Pakistan, South Africa, and Ghana. The work is organized around five major areas:
1. Strategic planning. Lead communications strategy for the Technology and Business Model Innovation Program. The Communications Officer should be a creative and strategic thinker, capable of identifying new opportunities, assessing risks, and most importantly, impacting audiences CGAP seeks to influence.
2. Outreach. Leverage diverse channels for outreach campaigns and community engagement, which will include conceptualizing and writing web content, organizing (virtual and in person) events and conferences, advising on team participation in global events, engaging through social media, writing press releases, managing the CGAP Technology blog, and editing and contributing to the writing of blog posts and CGAP publications. The Communications Officer will play a critical role in evaluating and developing new communications opportunities for the Technology Program to further develop effective relationships and influence the global community coalescing around branchless banking.

3. Greater global impact. In coordination with team members who lead work on specific learning agendas and work in focus countries, design and implement communication plans to make this work more effective.

4. Relationship management. As required, manage relationships with key external partners and stakeholders e.g. donors, GSMA, AFI, etc. in co-ordination with other CGAP staff.
5. Monitoring communications impact. Measure and track the impact of specific communications and outreach activities for the program as part of CGAP’s overall communications impact measurement. The Communications Officer will report jointly to the Head of the CGAP Technology and Business Model Innovation team and CGAP’s Head of Knowledge Products and Communications.
Selection Criteria
• Highly strategic, creative, pro-active, and energetic; an idea generator and implementer;
• Masters degree in professional discipline (Communications, International Relations/Public Affairs, Journalism, Marketing, Political Science, or other related field) plus 5 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelors degree in a relevant field plus 10 years of relevant experience;
• Outstanding verbal and written skills, particularly the ability to synthesize complex messages and tailor them into simple, clear and non-academic language for different audiences;
• Able to work independently as well as in teams; ability to work in loose unstructured environment with fast-emerging opportunity;
• Talent for motivating team members to produce deliverables, within a non-hierarchical and fluid team structure;
• Cutting-edge knowledge of social media, with experience in web editing and proven track record managing Web marketing campaigns and online communities;
• Ability to write strong copy and produce well written press releases, feature articles, and publications. The World Bank Group is committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, nationality, culture and educational background. Individuals with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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