Strathmore University is a Chartered University located in Nairobi, Kenya. It was the first multiracial and multi religious educational institution in English speaking Eastern Africa and more recently the first institute of higher learning to be ISO certified in East and Central Africa in 2004. Our mission is to provide all-round quality education in an atmo...
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Development Communications Associate
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience2 - 5 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldMedia / Advertising / Branding 
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Growing SUF's social media platform outreach by developing and implementing social media strategies to share SUF’s key messages and engage target audiences.
- Working with the Communications team to update website design as needed; using
- Google Analytics to guide website development, website optimization, and monitor topics of interest to our target audience.
- Supporting the SUF team by drafting, proof-reading, editing, and formatting content for email campaigns, social media posts, newsletters, press releases, design crowdfunding pages for SUF etc., regarding fundraising events and marketing campaigns.
- Collaborating with SUF staff to develop and launch relevant messaging and advocacy campaigns to encourage donor engagement, improve fundraising efforts, and inspire individuals to contribute to our programs.
- Liaising with communications in documentation through photos of SUF geographies, events, projects, fieldwork, donors, and partners in line with SU communication policy and Data Protection Laws of Kenya.
- Providing data on the effectiveness of implemented communications efforts by sourcing and analyzing data related to website traffic, social media metrics, and email campaign analytics.
- Developing and executing an organizational communications plan in conjunction with SUF staff that identifies topics, writers, and a schedule to produce content for the organization’s print and e-newsletters, website, social media, and other written products.
- Working in close collaboration with SUF leadership to respond to public questions and information requests via email, phone, and social media.
- Assisting staff with the development of presentations for meetings and public outreach events.
- Assisting with coordinating SUF events and field projects whenever necessary.
Minimum Academic Qualifications:
- A degree in Marketing, Journalism, English, Communications, or a related field.
Experience:
- 2-5 years of experience in nonprofit communications, digital communications, marketing, project management, or similar roles.
- Impeccable writing, editing, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Excellent overall writing skills in different styles/tones; impeccable spelling and grammar. (Photography skills and graphic design experience a plus.)
Method of Application
Kindly send us a copy of your updated resume and letter of application (ONLY) quoting “Development Communications Associate” on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu by 8 th November 2024.
