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Communications/Events Specialist
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Communications/Events Specialist at Land O’Lakes, International Development in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
Land O’Lakes, International Development is receiving applications for a variety of technical positions for a USAID-funded Feed the Future Initiative in Kenya.
COMMUNICATION/EVENTS SPECIALIST
Land O’Lakes International Development Division is seeking a Communications/Events Specialist to lead the development and implementation of an innovative communications strategy for an upcoming USAID project in support of agricultural innovations. S/He will be responsible for communications, outreach, public relations, and events management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain a website which solicits participation of potential innovative approaches and showcases the innovations under development that further Feed the Future goals.
- Help identify innovative means for raising awareness about the program among a wide range of stakeholders through print, electronic and social media and events
- Ensure effective implementation of project’s branding and marking plan
- Write success stories and edit project reports; write and develop other project-specific reports as needed
- Utilize compelling photographic images (and video as appropriate) to further highlight program impacts
- Develop creative partnerships with national and international media outlets as appropriate
- Ensure that project successes are disseminated to a larger audience
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in communications or relevant field preferred
- Minimum 5-8 years of experience managing communications on donor-funded projects; USAID experience preferred but not required
- Written and spoken English language fluency required
How to Apply
Please note that these positions are wholly dependent upon USAID award and approval. Qualified Kenyan applicants are requested to submit CVs as soon as possible, and no later than February 10th 2012. To apply, please email your CV to recruit.kenya@idd.landolakes.com. Please include the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email.
Qualified candidates will be contacted. No phone calls, please. Women are encouraged to apply.
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