VSO, the world's leading international non-governmental organization, is dedicated to creating a fair world for everyone through the efforts of volunteers. With a focus on supporting individuals facing extreme poverty, discrimination, and other challenges, VSO works to empower communities to drive sustainable change from within. In 2022/23 alone, over 7,700 volunteers from around the globe contributed their skills to impact almost 11 million people across 35 countries.

We are currently seeking an Advocacy and Communication Advisor for the Make Way project in Kenya. This role will involve leading communication efforts by developing impactful content, managing media relations, and enhancing brand visibility. Responsibilities include writing, editing, graphic design, basic photography, social media management, website content creation, and storytelling to document success stories and support donor communications. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in graphic design, social media management, website content creation, and strategic advocacy communication.

The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Media Studies, Marketing, Journalism, Broadcast Media or Business Administration. Desirable skills include expertise in multicultural communication, writing/editing/photography experience in project communications and donor communication proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite graphic design CMS website management analytics tools strong Microsoft Office skills ability to tailor messages in English and Swahili knowledge of sexual and reproductive health is an asset.

If you are a professional with a passion for fostering positive change through strategic communication and advocacy efforts while building sustainable partnerships within diverse communities then we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity with VSO. This position is ideal for individuals with experience in project communications looking to make a meaningful impact on a global scale. Join us at VSO as we work together to fight poverty and exclusion through volunteer-driven initiatives that are making a real difference in the lives of millions worldwide.

Key Job Requirements:

• Experience in project communications
• Expertise in multicultural communication
• Knowledge of sexual and reproductive health
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
• Strong Microsoft Office skills

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Develop impactful content
• Manage media relations
• Strengthen brand visibility
• Coordinate media outreach

Skills:

• Graphic design
• Social media management
• Website content creation
• Writing/editing skills
• Photography

Seniority Level: Early Career

Job Functions: Communications

• Marketing
• Media Relations

Industries : Non-Profit Organization

• Social Services
• Volunteering