To Be Successful You'll Need
Communication Assistant/Intern responsibilities:
Assist in organizing and planning events while collecting feedback to improve the overall function’s strategy.
Mobilize storytelling opportunities (photos, videos, articles at events as needed) and optimize existing content on all media channels.
Support Communications Manager to run GPK social media assets consistent with Generation brand voice and strategy.
Deliver content assets that are coherent with Generation brand voice and strategy.
Manage digital and social content channels including email or newsletter distribution, with an understanding of the best content practices on each channel.
Test and implement innovative and relevant methods of measuring content, campaigns, and tools, keeping in mind the purpose of the derived results.
In close liaison with the responsible colleagues and functions, participate in the development of graphic, text and multimedia assets.
Adapt older content to meet new standards.
Monitor consistency of all media content, from websites to social media channels, and assist Communications Manager respond to queries on GPK social media handles.
Maintain a calendar of content launch dates and programme Timelines.
Assist with data compilation and reporting efforts.
Any other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.
What you'll do:
Knowledge, Qualifications And Experience
Minimum of Diploma in Journalism, Mass Communications or a media related field – essential.
Minimum of two (2) experience in Marketing, Communications, or in a journalist, creative, or media capacity – preferred.
Hands-on experience creating / editing digital content for target audiences across multimedia and social platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube.
Familiar with relevant software including Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Lightroom, Adobe.
Experience in marketing campaigns, project management, and public/media/influencer relations.
Fully proficient computer skills and Microsoft Office Suite.
A Generation Kenya Alumni – added advantage.
Skills And Abilities
Good photography and videography skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Fantastic organizational and time management skills.
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Meticulous attention to detail.
Personal Qualities
Takes initiatives, proactive and works under minimal supervision.
Team player and collaborates with others.
Flexible and is able to navigate challenging situations without compromise.
Ability to thrive in a high-energy, fast-paced environment and will continually push yourself and others to raise the bar.
Believe in our mission, that fulfilling employment can change lives, and are passionate about doing social good.
Demonstrate high levels of integrity and aligned with Generation vision, mission, and values.
Other Requirements
Position is located in Kenya and holder speaks and writes fluent English and Kiswahili.
Must have the right to work in the Country.
Ability to travel frequently within Kenya, and potential occasional travel in the counties.
