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Title: COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER (Re-advertisement)
Location: icipe Duduville Campus
Duration: 2 Yrs
Preamble
icipe seeks to recruit a Business Support Officer I (Communications Officer) in the Biodiversity & Environment Thematic Research Programme (TRP).
The position is tenable in Nairobi at the icipe Duduville campus. This is a two-year contract, renewable subject to continued position needs, funding for the position, and performance of the staff member.
This is a nationally recruited position. A competitive compensation package will be offered to the right candidate. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Requirements/Qualifications
- A BSc in a relevant field including mass communication, journalism, development studies,
international relations, or other related fields. - MSc will be an added advantage.
- At least 3 years of practical experience in communication in a research-for-development
environment. - Familiarity with desktop publishing, HTML, photography, videography, and photo editing.
- Excellent written and spoken command of English, and the ability to convey complex ideas in a
creative, clear, direct, and lively style. - Good command of Swahili.
- Excellent skills in content development, and editorial skills.
- Strong understanding and experience with digital content and social media analytics.
Other Desirable Attributes - Make decisions for own job function and requires approval from supervisor.
- Supervise and train communication assistants.
- Responsible for field imprest.
- Engagement with NARES, NGOs, farmers and media
