Kenya Integrated Pharmaceutical and Supply Chain Technical Assistance (KIPS)
POSITION Communications Manager
MAXIMUM LEVEL OF EFFORT Full-time long-term
BASE OF OPERATIONS Nairobi, Kenya
POSITION REPORTS TO Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Director
1. PROJECT BACKGROUND
The purpose of the Kenya Integrated Pharmaceutical and Supply Chain Technical Assistance project (KIPS) is to ensure sustainable access to and appropriate use of quality-assured and affordable health commodities through a resilient and mature supply chain system and pharmaceutical regulatory services. KIPS will work to strengthen the capacity of local systems, institutions, and individuals to sustainably manage supply chains, for both USAID-procured health commodities and those procured through national/local systems, and to strengthen local pharmaceutical management systems, including quality pharmaceutical services and national regulatory systems.
2. POSITION PURPOSE
The Communications Manager will lead and manage communications for the project as a member of the MEL team in managing aspects of Collaboration, Learning, and Adaptation (CLA) and will lead in the development and dissemination of KIPS communication products. S/he will engage activity stakeholders in collecting and analyzing results and lessons emerging from activity implementation and use this knowledge to help develop a comprehensive learning agenda, to inform adaptation, and to develop KIPS learning notes, success stories, and project outreach materials. S/he will manage all internal and external communications promoting collaboration and effective knowledge exchange among activity implementing partners and external stakeholders, including conducting an annual pause-and-reflect workshop.
3. KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The Communications Manager will work collaboratively with other members of the KIPS team to help communicate progress against project objectives and expected results.
• Oversee the maintenance, updating, and project use of the Branding and Marking Plan
• Develop and implement a Communications and Outreach Strategy to ensure KIPS ability to reach target audiences with the appropriate messages and media.
• Comply with USAID requirements for Branding, Marking and Communications, obtaining all appropriate approvals and using required formats.
• In collaboration with the KIPS team, develop Success Stories for inclusion in Monthly Reports and manage the editing process of delivering reports.
• With MEL Director develop Learning Agenda and track progress against learning questions including in Pause-and-Reflect sessions
• Compile and document lessons-learned and technical materials of benefit to project stakeholders and USAID
• Responsible for all internal and external communication, including response to ad hoc requests from USAID and development and production of project reports
• Support capacity building in learning and communications practices for activity beneficiaries and partners.
• Support the grants portfolio with any of their writing deliverables or communication related matters. Assist the grants team with success stories.
• Serve as the chief editor ensuring all communication materials are pristine and manage the editing process within the team.
4. QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree in a communication-related field preferred.
• At least 9 years of experience in a combination of CLA, MEL, and communication roles
• Familiarity with USAID programming a plus
• Proficiency with desktop publishing and graphics
• Strong presentation skills
• Excellent verbal and written English
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Select the position you are interested in applying for, fill out the required information, and upload your CV. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as interviews will be conducted soon. Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive and the urgency of filling positions, only shortlisted applicants will receive notification on the next steps. The application closing date will be November 4, 2024.
ABOUT DAI
DAI is a global development company with corporate offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, EU, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Palestine and project operations worldwide. We tackle fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability. DAI works on the frontlines of global development. Transforming ideas into action—action into impact. We are committed to shaping a more livable world.
DAI and its employees are committed to confronting racism and holding ourselves accountable for positive change within the company and in the communities, cultures, and countries in which we live and work. DAI is committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all races and backgrounds in our continued effort to become a better development partner.
DAI upholds the highest ethical standards. We are committed to the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment as well as other ethical breaches. All of our positions are therefore subject to stringent vetting and reference checks.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Select the position you are interested in applying for, fill out the required information, and upload your CV. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as interviews will be conducted soon. Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive and the urgency of filling positions, only shortlisted applicants will receive notification on the next steps. The application closing date will be November 4, 2024.
