FAO National Communication Specialist Jobs 2021 – Kenya NGO Jobs. FAO Kenya looking for “National Communication Specialist“. Applicants with a degree in Master’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations may apply on or before 26th May 2021.
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger and improve nutrition and food security. Its Latin motto, fiat panis, translates to “let there be bread”. It was founded in October 1945.
FAO National Communication Specialist Jobs 2021
The FAO has published a job vacancy announcement on 13th May 2021 for qualified Kenyans to fill in the vacant post of National Communication Specialist to be based in Nairobi, Kenya.
| Recruiter | Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations |
| Position | National Communication Specialist |
| Location | Nairobi, Kenya |
| Country | Kenya |
| Total Vacant Post | N/A |
| Qualification | Master’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations |
| Experience Required | Minimum Five years |
| Application Deadline | 26th May 2021 |
FAO Job Vacancy 2021
Tasks and responsibilities: Communication Strategy: Develop, implement, and track impact of country and programme specific communication strategies in consultation with technical teams. Communication Visibility Materials: Coordinate, produce and disseminate communication and advocacy materials, including brochures, project briefs, policy briefs, posters, and other visibility products in close coordination with focal points in RAF and in observance of corporate and branding guidelines. Publicize milestones through message packaging for various channels and diverse audiences. Media Relations and Management: Develop a media database and partnerships with media organizations and journalists; interact and pitch stories/op-eds of interest; organize media field visits and sensitization of reporters and editors. Coordinate and collaborate with programme teams on media engagement during events and missions and collect visual and audio footage for archiving. Draft and disseminate press releases and talking points; organize press conferences; prepare media kits; provide information to querying journalists; keep track of FAO mentions/media coverage.
Position in Organization:
- Job Posting: 11/May/2021
- Closure Date: 26/May/2021, 3:29:00 AM
- Organizational Unit: FRKEN
- Job Type: Non-staff opportunities
- Type of Requisition: NPP (National Project Personnel)
- Grade Level: N/A
- Primary Location: Kenya-Nairobi
- Duration: 7 MONTHS
- Post Number: N/A
Qualification:
- Master’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations or other relevant qualification.
Experience
- 5years of relevant professional experience in Corporate Communications, Public Information, Journalism, International Relations.
- Excellent command of English and Swahili.
- Work experience in more than one location or area of work
- Extent and relevance of experience in coordinating and managing complex multimedia communication, especially in areas relevant to FAO’s mandate
- Great understanding of overall organizational strategies and alignment of communication strategy to the same.
- Extent and relevance of knowledge and experience with communication for development tools.
- Extent and relevance of experience in graphic design.
- Hands-on experience in journalism or public relations.
- Experience working with digital communication tools and web-based media is desirable
- Reporting and briefing skills is an additional asset to the position.
Other Details
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Selection Process: Interview meeting, processing
- Salary: negotiable
- Application Process: Online
How to Apply FAO National Communication Specialist Jobs 2021
- To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile.
- Only applications received through the recruitment portal will be considered
- Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile.
- If you need help, or have queries, please contact: Careers@fao.org
| Particulars | Details Link |
| Job Advertisement | Download |
| Official Website | www.fao.org |
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