ABOUT THE ROLE
You won’t just write stories; you’ll build bridges between data, human experience, and innovation. You’ll dive deep into the journeys of health innovators and entrepreneurs, capturing not just what they do, but why it matters — to a community health promoter in rural Kenya, to a physiotherapist in Zambia, to a young innovator dreaming of change in Senegal.
You’ll be in a space where you can experiment with multiple formats whether it’s a blog, an animation, a mini-documentary, or a podcast episode; constantly asking, “How can we make this resonate even deeper?”
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Build a Storytelling Strategy: Co-create a living, evolving strategy that positions storytelling as a pillar of our innovation and entrepreneurship work.
- Craft Human-Centered Stories: Transform complex health data, program results, and entrepreneurial journeys into engaging, emotionally resonant narratives that drive action and inspire change
- Experiment Fearlessly: Think beyond traditional formats. Explore visual storytelling, immersive media, social series, or interactive platforms.
- Engage Diverse Audiences: Ensure that every story connects; whether speaking to a frontline health worker, a young innovator, or a policymaker.
- Content Creation: Write, produce, and curate articles, case studies, video scripts, animations, photo essays, blogs, and digital campaigns.
- Channel Management: Work across websites, social media, and external media platforms to spread our stories widely and effectively.
- Creative Direction: Lead creative projects from concept to execution
- Internal Systems: Set up efficient processes for sourcing, managing, and archiving content; making it easy for our stories to live, evolve, and inspire.
- M&E for Storytelling: Track reach, impact, and resonance of storytelling campaigns. Use data to improve future efforts.
Qualifications
Education and Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor of Arts or equivalent in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Business Administration, Public Policy, or related fields
Required Experience
- At least five (5) years of progressive experience in public relations, journalism, corporate communications, digital marketing, or related fields
- Track record of using purposeful storytelling to drive organizational impact and business results.
- Proven experience in storytelling campaigns, preferably in health, innovation, or entrepreneurship sectors
- Superior written and verbal communications skills a must.
- Experience translating technical source material into accessible compelling human stories for a general audience
- Understands storytelling and marketing copywriting trends across varied media types.
- Strong project management skills and attention to detail
- Familiarity with global health or international development preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Creative mindset with the ability to think strategically and execute tactically
- Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills across diverse teams and contexts
- Knowledge of healthcare innovation, entrepreneurship ecosystems, or global health (preferred but not mandatory)
- Flexible and self-motivated team player
Advantages
- Fluency in English required; proficiency in French is advantageous
Additional Information
Please submit a cover letter outlining your motivation for the role and why you believe you are a strong fit, highlighting your relevant skills and experience. Be sure to include your updated CV, along with a link or portfolio sample of a story or campaign you have developed that demonstrates measurable impact or meaningful audience engagement. Kindly note that the application deadline is June 02, 2025.
