EPN Communications Officer Job Opportunity in Kenya November 2014
EPN is looking to recruit God fearing results oriented individuals to fill the following positions:
Communications Officer
To increase the Network’s communications capacity to effectively communicate optimally with its members, publics and stakeholders
Job Description
- Develop and implement a communications strategy that addresses the needs of the network members, partners and other stakeholders and is aligned to the EPN Strategy
- Manage the implementation of the communication strategy including effectively controlling the allocated budget and ensuring the implementation of planned activities
- Develop and produce Network communication materials e.g. Netlink, e-pharmalink, annual reports, newsletters, posters and brochures
- Assess and compile incoming information for relevance to the EPN Secretariat, members and partners and disseminate as appropriate
- Develop and maintain quality relations with the various media.
- Support the Program Officers in selecting documents/information and developing into formats that are suitable for use in EPN activities
- Maintain up to date current and accurate information on members and member contacts
- Continuously engage members so as to maintain a vibrant and active Network
- Provide leadership for and undertake packaging and branding of EPN products and services
- Develop tools and templates for consistently and appropriately marketing EPN to various audiences
- Develop and implement activities that are geared towards achieving visibility for the Network among current and potential members, partners and stakeholders
- Manage the Network’s website including website content management
- In consultation with the ED attend relevant meetings to increase visibility of the Network
- Develop, manage and continuously review the EPN database
- Oversee the proper management of the EPN resource centre and resource centre records
- Undertake any other duties as assigned by the Executive Director
- Minimum of a degree in Communications or equivalent
- Five years experience working in a communications office/department at middle to senior level
- Training and experience in Public relations
- Excellent writing and editing skills
- Sound I.T skills and especially desktop publishing skills and website management
- Database management skills
- Skills to use Adobe Design Software and Office products
- MUST BE FLUENT IN BOTH WRITTEN AND SPOKEN ENGLISH & FRENCH
- Strong follow-up skills
- Ability to pay attention to detail
- Third party service providers management experience
If you meet the above requirements, kindly submit your detailed CV and cover letter including the expected remuneration, indicating daytime telephone numbers, address and the names of three referees to:
The Executive Director
Ecumenical Pharmaceutical Network
P.O Box 749-00606
Nairobi, Kenya
Email: jobs@epnetwork.org
Closing Date: Applications should be submitted by 5th December 2014.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted
EPN is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer