World Vision Kenya (WVK), a renowned Christian relief, advocacy, and development organization, is offering a rare opportunity for a passionate and experienced Individual Consultant to facilitate a high-level media training session. This assignment is tailor-made for a professional with deep expertise in media engagement, crisis communication, and personal branding. If you are a communication expert with a heart for transformative leadership and impactful storytelling, this consultancy is your chance to contribute to an organization that has been transforming lives in Kenya for over four decades.
With 75 years of global experience and a presence in nearly 100 countries, World Vision is committed to helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. In Kenya, our work spans 33 counties and includes sustainable development initiatives in child protection, education, health, food security, water and sanitation, economic empowerment, and advocacy.
This consultancy offers a unique opportunity to influence how World Vision Kenya’s Senior Management and Leadership Teams represent the organization and its mission to the media and other stakeholders.
Position Title: Individual Consultant – Media Training for World Vision Kenya Senior Management and Leadership Team
Location: Karen, Kenya
Time Type: Part Time
Engagement Period: 1.5 days – April 29–30, 2025
Closing Date for Applications: April 27, 2025
Job Requisition ID: JR41664
Application Type: Local Applicants Only
Background of the Assignment
Effective media communication is critical in shaping public perception, influencing policy, and increasing visibility for humanitarian efforts. For WVK, whose mission relies heavily on public trust and engagement, senior leaders must be able to clearly and confidently articulate the organization’s vision, values, and impact.
This consultancy assignment will play a pivotal role in preparing the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and Senior Management Team (SMT) to confidently handle media engagements, respond effectively during crises, and establish strong personal brands that reflect the core values of World Vision.
Objective of the Assignment
The primary goal is to enhance the communication skills of WVK’s leadership, ensuring they are media-ready and capable of handling public engagements strategically and professionally.
Specific Objectives
- Equip leaders with knowledge of the local and international media landscape and its influence on public opinion.
- Train participants on best practices in media interaction and how to answer challenging questions.
- Strengthen leaders’ ability to manage crisis communications while preserving the organization’s reputation.
- Foster strong personal branding aligned with WVK’s mission and values.
- Enable leaders to build and maintain strategic relationships with media professionals.
- Identify opportunities to amplify WVK’s mission through media engagements.
Scope of Work
Number of Days: 1.5 Days (April 29–30, 2025)
Location: World Vision Kenya Offices, Karen Road
The training will be conducted in two main parts:
Day 1:
- Morning Session: Media Engagement
- Afternoon Session: Personal Branding
Half Day (Day 2):
- Media Interview Simulation and Feedback
Key Training Areas
1. Media Landscape Overview
- Understand key players in local and international media.
- Identify media outlets relevant to WVK’s mission.
- Analyze how media shapes WVK’s public image.
2. Media Engagement Best Practices
- How to stay on message during interviews.
- Effective response techniques for difficult questions.
- Storytelling strategies to humanize the organization’s work.
3. Crisis Communication
- Communication tactics during media crises.
- Reputation management strategies.
- Maintaining composure and control in high-pressure interviews.
4. Personal Branding
- Aligning personal image with WVK’s values.
- Strategies for creating a credible and influential brand identity.
- Enhancing professional image in public settings.
5. Building Media Relationships
- Identifying strategic media engagement opportunities.
- Techniques for building trust with journalists.
- Leveraging media to support WVK’s advocacy efforts.
Expected Deliverables
Pre-Training
- Conduct a pre-training needs assessment through questionnaires or interviews.
- Develop a detailed training agenda with clear time slots and prepared learning materials.
During Training
- Facilitate engaging sessions including group work, case studies, and role-playing.
- Provide participants with:
- Customized media engagement toolkits
- Personal branding workbooks
- Media interview simulation sessions
- On-the-spot feedback to reinforce learning
Post-Training
- Submit a comprehensive report detailing:
- Key takeaways from the session
- Participants’ feedback
- Recommendations for future capacity-building initiatives
Required Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Journalism, Communication, or a related field
- Over 7 years of relevant professional experience, with at least 3 years in media training
- Proven track record of delivering similar assignments independently
- Strong communication, facilitation, and report writing skills
Why This Opportunity Matters
This consultancy role is a unique platform to contribute to World Vision’s mission in a meaningful way—by empowering its most senior leaders to represent the organization confidently and consistently on national and global platforms. Your training will directly influence how WVK engages with the public, donors, and government stakeholders, ultimately impacting thousands of lives across Kenya.
If you are passionate about using communication to drive impact, have experience in leadership coaching, and understand the nuances of media engagement in humanitarian work, this is your moment to make a difference.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified individuals should submit the following:
- An updated professional profile
- Proposed daily consultancy rate
- At least two references or samples of previous work related to similar assignments
