Knowledge Management Officer and Communications Officer

Job Detail

Job ID 6367
Offered Salary 1000
Career Level Others
Experience 7 Years
Gender Both
Industry Government
Qualifications Diploma/Degree/Masters
State Eldoret
City Eldoret

Job Description

Knowledge Management Officer and Communications Officer

Job Purpose

The Knowledge Management Officer will work under the M&E Specialist and lead the design and implementation of a robust knowledge management system to capture, organize, and disseminate project insights, innovations, and lessons learned. The role will foster a culture of learning across INReMP stakeholders, facilitate knowledge exchange, and ensure that evidence and experiences inform policy, practice, and scale-up. The Officer will work closely with technical teams, implementing partners, and communication Officer to ensure strategic alignment and accessibility of knowledge products.

Key Responsibilities

Knowledge Management Systems and Learning

Develop and operationalize a comprehensive knowledge management strategy aligned with INReMP’s learning agenda.
Organize learning events, workshops, and peer-to-peer exchanges to promote cross-component learning.
Train project staff, county teams, and partners on knowledge management principles, tools, and documentation techniques.

Documentation and Communication

Develop and implement a comprehensive INReMP communication and visibility strategy.
Document success stories, case studies, indigenous knowledge, and technical innovations from field implementation while ensuring inclusive representation of youth, women, and marginalized groups in communication outputs.
Maintain a centralized and user-friendly repository of project reports, studies, tools, and other knowledge assets.
Develop and disseminate knowledge products including policy briefs, press releases, newsletters, technical notes, brochures and multimedia content
Manage project communication platforms (e.g., website, social media) in collaboration with communication specialists.
Support communities in capturing and preserving indigenous knowledge relevant to natural resource management.
Manage programme branding in line with IFAD and Ministry guidelines.
Coordinate media engagements, interviews, and press briefings.

Evidence-Based Planning and Decision-Making

Liaise with technical teams to identify knowledge gaps, learning needs, and opportunities for documentation.
Monitor communication impact and adjust strategies based on feedback and analytics.

Partnerships and Knowledge Networks

Develop and promote user-friendly knowledge sharing platforms and feedback mechanisms.
Establish partnerships with other projects, institutions, and networks to facilitate knowledge exchange and joint learning.
Represent INReMP in national and regional knowledge management forums, communities of practice, and learning alliances.

Other Duties

Undertake any other duties assigned by the NPC.

Academic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Knowledge Management, Development Studies, Journalism, Public Relations or any other related field from a recognized institution.
Postgraduate qualification in Knowledge Management, Organizational Learning, or related discipline is an asset.

Applicable Professional Experience

Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in knowledge management, documentation, development communication, and learning within GoK/donorfunded programmes
Proven experience in synthesizing and disseminating development lessons, preferably in natural resource management or rural development contexts.
Familiarity with GoK/donor-funded project environments and multi-stakeholder coordination

Competencies and Skills

Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills across diverse formats and audiences.
Strong facilitation and presentation skills for learning events and stakeholder engagement.
Strong understanding of inclusive communication and rural development contexts.
Proven skills in content creation preferably using social media, media relations, and digital storytelling.
Proficiency in knowledge management software, digital platforms, graphic design, photography, video editing tools and collaborative tools is an asset.
Ability to synthesize complex technical information into accessible and actionable formats.
Creative mindset with attention to detail.
Excellent writing and interpersonal skills.
Fluency in English and Kiswahili. Knowledge of local languages in the Programme counties is an asset.

Method of Application

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate relevant academic qualifications, professional certifications, and practical experience as outlined in the detailed job descriptions available in the Ministry’s website: www.kilimo.go.ke

Application Procedure

Access the National Employment Authority’s Integrated Management System (NEAIMS) through neaims.go.ke
Sign up as a Jobseeker/Intern (If not already signed up)
Login and capture your CV/Profile comprehensively
Submit your registration in the portal
Apply for the position(s) of interest as advertised
Frequently check on the status of your application and wait for shortlisting to be done.

Interested applicants are advised to sign up and apply for any of the above advertised positions through the neaims portal (www.neaims.go.ke).
Shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit the following documents:

Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Copies of National ID, academic and professional certificates
Supporting documents and testimonials
Letter of recommendation from the current or recent Supervisor (Optional)

Successful candidates will be asked to submit documents that will indicate they adhere to the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution (2010)

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