Communications and Public Relations Specialist
Full time @Mwananchi Credit Limited posted 2 days ago in Media/Publishing Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 5494
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Offered Salary 1000
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Career Level Others
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Experience 3 Years
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Gender Both
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Industry Media/Publishing
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Qualifications Diploma/Degree/Masters
Job Description
Job Title:Â Communications and Public Relations Specialist
Vacancies:Â 1
Branch(s):Â Eco Bank Towers
Employment Type:Â Full-Time
Open Until:Â Sep 25, 2025
Company Overview
Mwananchi Credit is Kenya’s leading microfinance and credit provider, committed to empowering individuals and businesses through innovative financial solutions. With a strong presence across the country and a reputation for reliability, speed, and customer-focused lending, we pride ourselves on being a trusted financial partner. Our services include logbook loans, title deed loans, asset financing, and other tailored credit products designed to help our clients achieve their financial goals.
As a fast-growing and Central Bank of Kenya licensed institution, we are dedicated to maintaining a strong brand presence and positive corporate reputation in the financial services sector.
Job Summary
Mwananchi Credit is seeking a dynamic and innovative Communications and PR Specialist to join our Digital Marketing team. This role will be key in shaping and maintaining our brand image, enhancing our corporate reputation, and strengthening engagement with both internal and external stakeholders.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and executing communication strategies, managing media relations, driving PR campaigns, overseeing content creation, and ensuring consistent messaging across all platforms. The role also requires expertise in internal communications, crisis management, event coordination, and positioning Mwananchi Credit as a trusted thought leader in the financial services sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy to enhance brand image and positioning.
- Draft, edit, and distribute press releases, speeches, newsletters, and corporate statements.
- Build and maintain strong media relationships, manage press events, and monitor media.
- Oversee PR campaigns, address misinformation, and proactively manage company reputation.
- Collaborate with the digital marketing team to align online content with PR goals and oversee social media communications.
- Facilitate clear internal communications, support HR in employee engagement initiatives, and organize staff events.
- Support stakeholder engagement by preparing materials for forums, CSR activities, and sponsorship events.
- Track PR campaign performance, measure ROI, and monitor industry trends.
- Develop and execute crisis communication plans, acting as first contact during reputation-sensitive situations.
- Plan and manage corporate events, launches, press briefings, and CSR activities.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in corporate communications, PR, or media relations (financial sector experience is an advantage).
- Exceptional writing, editing, and content creation skills.
- Strong verbal communication and presentation skills.
- Proven ability to build and maintain media and stakeholder relationships.
- Proficiency in digital communication tools, social media management, and monitoring platforms.
- Knowledge of crisis communication strategies and handling sensitive company information.
- Strong creativity, organizational, and project management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application and detailed CV by 25th September 2025.
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