Information and Comunications Officer at TechnoServe / Kenyajoblink.com

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Information and Comunications Officer

at TechnoServe in Nairobi

Information And Comunications Officer at TechnoServe (TNS) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

General Information
TechnoServe (TNS) is a nonprofit international development organization founded in 1968. Its mission is to help entrepreneurial men and women break the cycle of poverty by building businesses that create jobs, income, and economic opportunities for their families, their communities, and their countries.(www.tns.org). TechnoServe is currently starting off a Smallholder Poultry Agribusiness Development program that will be implemented in Western Kenya and Nyanza. This program aims to sustainably improve the livelihoods of 10,000 smallholder poultry producers of indigenous chickens, and in doing so help 50,450 individuals improve their livelihood.

Applications are invited from qualified candidates (who share a passion with the mission of TechnoServe) to fill the following positions:-

INFORMATION AND COMUNICATIONS OFFICER

The job holder will use innovative methods and new communication technologies to deliver a multimedia strategy that communicates SPADE’s (Smallholder Poultry Agribusiness Development Program) work and gives beneficiaries a voice. Provide leadership and guidance on implementation of communication strategies and initiatives within the project.

The Information and Communication Advisor will work closely with Poultry Producers Business Groups (PPBGs), local stakeholders, and sub-contractors, and management. S/he will be responsible for timely and effective implementation of project activities and achievement of a portion of the project’s goals.

Minimum Requirements:-

A Bachelor’s degree in journalism, advertising, communications or related subject area.
At least three years experience in writing, editing, design, web work database management, web content management, blogging and new media tools.
Experience in supporting communications and/or media relations in the area of agricultural/entrepreneurial research for development is an added advantage.
Ability to read, understand and assimilate complex technical information to produce clear, well-written summaries.
Ability to present and package information into various formats to suit specialist and non-specialist audiences.
Proficient in Microsoft Office packages, basic knowledge of and skills in desktop publishing, HTML, photography and photo editing.

Standard Key Competencies (Applicable to all positions above)

Ability to generate innovative solutions in work situations;
Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills a must;
Ability to develop well-written, cohesive analyses and reports;
Proven ability and experience working with and managing teams;
Fluency in English and Kiswahili;
Western and or Nyanza work experience with communities is an added advantage.

To Apply:
Please submit your application (by email only) to recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com with the position title placed in the subject line. Please include (1) cover letter describing your interest, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) salary history, and (4) telephone contacts of three referees (former supervisors). Please include all requirements in one document.

Applications will be treated confidentially.

Deadline for applications is 16th January 2012. Note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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