Communication Volunteer

Overview if the Organization:

INADES Formation is a pan- African organization working in ten (10) African countries namely, Kenya, Burkina Faso, Cote d’Ivoire, Chad, Cameroon, Togo, Congo DR, Rwanda, Burundi, and Tanzania.

The network has a General Secretariat at Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire. Inades Formation Kenya (IFK) is registered as a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) with mandate to work anywhere in Kenya for Economic and Social advancement of the people.

Inades Formation Kenya is currently looking for a young, enthusiastic, and results driven.

Communication Volunteer to assist in the communication aspects for six (6) months. Projected to start by 1st May 2024.

Job Purpose

This Volunteer opportunity is for someone who has a strong interest in pursuing a career in Communication and public relations, allowing you to test your abilities and further explore your career interests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft high-quality copy for external news stories, newsletter, factsheets, and web content.
• Assist in developing social media strategies to promote our organization’s initiatives and increase engagement.
• Create compelling and engaging content for social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
• Monitor and analyze social media metrics to track the success of campaigns and identify areas for improvement. Track content production and monitor both reach and impact.
• Ensure data and visualization quality in internal and external communications such as intranet, presentations, monthly newsletters, and brochures.
• Support the updating of IFK’s communication strategy and plan, as well as relevant strategy development of communications within IFK offices.
• Support the organization of field events and high-level media events in coordination with the Relevant Project staff.
• Provide support in preparing background materials for high-level discussions with funding partners and with government counterparts.
• Any other Communications task as directed by the supervisor.

Qualifications and skills

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, or a related field.
• Practical experience in a digital communications or social media management role with a strong understanding of email best practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Emails and social media platforms Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, WhatsApp.
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to handle inquiries professionally and efficiently.
• Proficient in using computers and common software applications including digital collection and editing.
• Basic understanding of web development principles (HTML, CSS) is a plus.
• Experience with content management systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.