Communication Officer 1 Position
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Position Purpose The Communication Officer will lead communication, visibility, and advocacy efforts to strengthen awareness of refugee rights, promote RELON-KENYA’s work, and document program impact through strategic storytelling and stakeholder engagement. Key Roles and Responsibilities Communication Strategy & Visibility Develop and implement communication strategies aligned with organizational goals. Strengthen RELON-KENYA’s visibility at community, national, and partner levels. . Content Creation & Storytelling Produce high-quality content including reports, human-interest stories, briefs, newsletters, and social media posts. Document success stories on legal empowerment, family reunification, and refugee inclusion. Digital Media & Public Engagement Manage social media platforms and digital presence. Support media relations and public advocacy campaigns. Documentation & Knowledge Management Capture program activities through photos, videos, and written documentation. Maintain organized communication records and archives. Stakeholder Engagement Support communication with partners, donors, and networks. Promote refugee-led advocacy and inclusion narratives. Minimum Qualifications and Experience Education Bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diploma in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Media Studies, or related field. Experience Minimum of 2 years’ experience in communications, advocacy, or media. Proven experience in content creation, storytelling, and social media management. Experience in humanitarian, NGO, or refugee-focused work is an added advantage. Skills and Competencies (Applicable to Both Roles) Strong interpersonal and communication skills Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with diverse communities Strong organizational and reporting skills Ability to work independently and within a team High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism Fluency in English and Kiswahili (additional refugee languages are an asset) Basic to intermediate computer literacy (MS Office, email, digital tools) Contract Conditions This is a fixed-term, non-permanent position. Renewal or extension is subject to satisfactory performance, organizational needs, and availability of funding.