Communications Officer

The Safal Group is a manufacturing company founded in 1958, located in Nairobi, Kenya. It operates the Safal MRM Foundation, focusing on communication and PR.

As a Communications Officer, you will play a key role in crafting and disseminating messages to internal and external stakeholders, including employees, media, partners, and the public. Your role involves managing communication channels, producing content, and building relationships to support organizational objectives and initiatives.

1. Develop and execute communication strategy for the Foundation.
2. Work closely with the Foundation Head to create communications such as annual reports, presentations, and promotional materials
3. Support the Foundation to inspire new ways to connect with partners and beneficiaries on various channels, including social media platforms.
4. Document and consolidate impact stories.
5. Work with the Foundation Head to create recognition and stewardship programs for donors – both corporate and individual.
6. Plan, coordinate, and execute organization events, including logistics and vendors, to ensure alignment with the organization’s key objectives.
7. Review and synthesize content calendars and posts for our regional social media channels.
8. Support the identification of critical channels and approaches through competitive research, platform determination, benchmarking, messaging, and audience identification.
9. Contribute to generating, editing, and publishing content (original text, images, video) that builds meaningful connections and encourages audience engagement.
10. Participate in the continuous monitoring and evaluation of the channels by capturing, analysing, and acting on the appropriate social data, insights, and best practices with the foundation team.
11. Assist in any other roles as assigned by the Head of Foundation
12. Provide regular monthly progress updates.
13. Coordinate PR activities of the Foundation

1. Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field; master’s degree or professional certification is a plus.
2. Proven experience in corporate communications, public relations, media relations, or related roles, with a track record of success in developing and implementing communication strategies and campaigns.
3. Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, compelling messages tailored to different audiences and communication channels.
4. Strong storytelling ability, with the creativity and imagination to translate complex concepts and information into engaging narratives and content.
5. Proficiency in digital communication tools and platforms, including social media, content management systems, email marketing software, and analytics tools.
6. Knowledge of media relations practices, including pitching, press release writing, and media monitoring, with a network of media contacts and relationships.
7. Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze situations, anticipate challenges, and develop effective communication strategies and solutions.
8. Collaboration and teamwork abilities, with experience working cross-functionally and managing relationships with diverse stakeholders, both internally and externally.
9. Attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
10. Adaptability and flexibility in responding to changing priorities, crises, and opportunities, with a calm and professional demeanor under pressure.