Lead Communications & Media Job IJM
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Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a strategic Communications and Media Engagement Plan aligned with the Justice System Strengthening Program.
- Integrate data-driven approaches including audience segmentation, analytics, and impact measurement tools.
- Work with relevant stakeholders to design communications plans for key initiatives, including studies, program launches and events, that will support external engagement strategy.
- Develop and monitor digital strategies including social media, newsletters, and online campaigns.
- Establish and maintain relationships with media and external stakeholders.
- Lead the development of content and survivor stories
- Gather learnings from successful narrative-building initiatives and identify opportunities for innovations.
- Lead crisis communication planning and reputation management strategies.
- Mentor and lead communications staff, fostering cross-functional collaboration.
- Aligning local strategies with IJM’s global campaigns and advocacy goals.
- Define and track KPIs such as media reach, engagement rates, sentiment analysis, and stakeholder feedback.
- Develop, adapt and maintain a library of on-brand resources for presenting IJM’s work to audiences (i.e. PPT decks, handouts, standard speeches) aligned to country, regional and global messaging
- Perform other relevant tasks as assigned, contributing to the overall success of IJM Kenya’s Communications objectives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or public relations (master’s preferred).
- Minimum 10 years of experience in corporate communications, media management, public relations, or communications.
- Proven experience in strategy development, media trend analysis, and digital engagement.
- Strong leadership, editing, writing, and event management skills.
- Experience with analytics tools and social media publishing.
- Ability to adapt to diverse or cross-cultural audiences
How to Apply
Send your resume, cover letter, and a statement of faith* in one document to kenyarecruiting@ijm.org quoting the Position Title in the subject heading before September 12, 2025. Applicants must have legal right to work in Kenya. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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