Communications Officer Full Time NEW

TITLE: Communications Officer

REPORTING TO: Resource Mobilisation and Stakeholder Engagement Lead

LOCATION: Nairobi, Kenya

**ASSIGNMENT LENGTH:**16 Months, renewable by mutual consent and the availability of funds

Population Council (PC)-Kenya is a Nairobi-based, research-focused non-governmental organization. We are committed to transforming the lives of underserved populations by generating high-quality evidence and co-creating sustainable solutions. Our mission is anchored in empowering children, adolescents, and young people to thrive, and in expanding sexual and reproductive health and rights. We also lead efforts to close critical evidence gaps at the intersection of these core areas and gender equality and climate change—ensuring no one is left behind in the pursuit of health, education, and equity.

Position Summary: PC–Kenya is seeking a skilled and proactive Communications Officer to lead the development and implementation of strategic communication initiatives that enhance the visibility and use of its research. The Officer will work closely with research and technical teams to translate complex scientific findings into accessible, impactful communication products tailored to key stakeholders, including policymakers, donors, practitioners, and the public. This position plays a vital role in strengthening the organization’s profile and ensuring that PC-Kenya’s evidence informs policy and practice at sub-national, national, regional, and global levels.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Communications Strategy Development

• Lead the development of a comprehensive communications strategy in collaboration with senior staff and researchers to promote the dissemination and use of research findings.
• Provide strategic guidance and technical support to ensure integration of communications and dissemination activities into program design and implementation.

2. Visibility and Engagement

• Identify and leverage opportunities to increase the visibility and influence of PC Kenya’s research with relevant audiences.
• Collaborate with research teams to align communications activities with program objectives and external opportunities.

3. Communication Product Development

• Lead the conceptualization, development, and production of targeted communication materials (e.g., policy briefs, success stories, infographics, social media content, research highlights).
• Work closely with research staff to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and relevance of content for diverse audiences.
• Design and implement dissemination plans for communication products using a mix of digital, print, and in-person channels.
• Conceptualize and manage events to share / promote research findings, including webinars, stakeholder briefings, and media engagements to share research findings.
• Work with partners on joint events and engagements.

4. Event management

5. Representation and Stakeholder Engagement

• Represent PC Kenya in relevant national strategic forums and meetings that promote research uptake and evidence-informed decision-making.
• Build and maintain relationships with communications leads and key stakeholders in government, NGOs and donor agencies. Build and maintain relationships with key media covering topics relevant to PC Kenya’s research.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Journalism, Strategic Communications, Media Studies, or a related field is strongly desired.
• At least 5 years of post-qualification experience in communication within an international non-profit or research organization.
• Demonstrated ability to translate scientific research into clear, engaging content suitable for policymakers, donors, media, and other stakeholders.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a strong portfolio of communication products.
• Proficiency in digital communications, including social media management, email campaigns, and website content development.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Knowledge of graphic design, photography and video editing software is an added advantage.
• Legally authorised to work in Kenya

  Population Council – Kenya (PC – Kenya) seeks to improve the health and well-being of vulnerable and marginalized populations in East Africa and other countries in the region. We support the design, testing, and scale-up of interventions on sexual reproductive health and rights, develop sustainable programme solutions that respond to girls’ educational needs and build their social, economic, and health assets; reduce HIV transmission; prevent and respond to sexual and gender-based violence; assess various service-integration models; and strengthen evidence for programmes related to unintended pregnancy.

  Population Council – Kenya provides equal opportunity; it does not discriminate against any person regarding age, colour, national origin, disability, political belief, religion, marital status, gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Decisions on employment are based on an individual’s qualifications as related to the position for which they are being considered. The Council especially encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups including but not limited to women, people with disabilities, youths, and those from communities with the most to gain from expanded access to sexual and reproductive health services and information. Population Council – Kenya is international in the composition of its board of trustees and its staff, as well as in the nature and deployment of its activities.