Location: Nairobi (National Office)
Organization: SOS Children’s Villages Kenya
Application Deadline: 20th June 2026

Position Summary

The Communications Officer will play a key role in implementing the organization’s communications and branding strategy to enhance visibility, advocacy, fundraising, and programme impact.

The role focuses on storytelling, digital engagement, media relations, and donor visibility, ensuring consistent and impactful communication across all platforms.

Key Responsibilities

1. Content Creation & Storytelling

• Develop high-quality communication materials including reports, stories, blogs, and multimedia content
• Produce compelling impact stories and case studies

2. Digital & Social Media Management

• Manage all social media platforms and website content
• Drive engagement, growth, and visibility through digital strategies

3. Media Relations

• Build relationships with media houses
• Coordinate press releases, interviews, and media coverage

4. Donor Visibility & Project Communications

• Support communication for donor-funded projects
• Ensure compliance with branding and visibility requirements

5. Strategic Communications & Branding

• Strengthen brand consistency across platforms
• Support organizational positioning and reputation management

6. Event & Advocacy Support

• Coordinate communication for events, campaigns, and advocacy initiatives
• Develop messaging and materials for stakeholder engagement

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, PR, or related field
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in communications or media
• Strong writing, storytelling, and digital communication skills
• Experience working in NGOs or development sector is an added advantage
• Proficiency in design and multimedia tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Suite)

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• Cover Letter
• Updated CV (PDF)
• 3 referees (including most recent employer)

Send applications to: recruitment@soskenya.org
Deadline: 20th June 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

SOS Children’s Villages Kenya is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.