On an ongoing basis, the AFRISOS Design and Communication Specialist will be promoting the programs and services of AFRISOS NGO by writing, designing and graphically preparing promotional materials and distributing them in all media channels including social media, traditional media and live events.  This will include advertising as well as brand awareness campaigns and public relations.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Design and Communication Specialist responsibilities include distributing promotional material, responding to customers’ queries and comments on social media and networking during marketing events. If you have experience in identifying and building long-term relationships with target audiences, we’d like to meet you.

• Creation and application of a social media strategy 

• Ultimately, you will act as our brand’s voice to impress our customers and attract new Sponsors, Donors and Program Partners.

• Promote our products and services during events

• Coordinate the design of promotional material and distribute in online and offline channels

• Advertise our company and products/services on various media

• Plan interviews and press conferences

• Produce marketing copy for our website

• Craft and send regular newsletters with company updates

• Track ROI for marketing campaigns

• Join social media groups and professional platforms to discuss industry-related topics

• Monitor corporate website and social media pages and address clients’ queries

• Network with industry experts and potential clients to drive brand awareness

• Gather customer feedback to inform sales and product teams

• Support the organization on special projects or other assignments as directed from time to time by the Director.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations or related field

• Proven work experience as a Marketing Communications Specialist or Similar Role.

• Familiarity with NGO advertising campaigns

• Hands-on experience with web content management tools, like Squarespace, Canva or other Social Media and Productivity tools.

• Proficiency in MS Office

• Knowledge of SEO and Google Analytics

• Experience with marketing campaigns on social media

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Good presentation skills and graphic arts skills

• Strong Commitment to AFRISOS Vision and Mission

• Able to effectively communicate with all educational levels of people from CEOs, Government officials to individuals with no education.

• Is fluent in Reading, Writing and Speaking in Swahili and English.

• Has good Character, works well with others, and is a team participant.

• Trustworthy, Honest, Friendly, Organized, Patient, yet Goal driven

• Takes Initiative, proactively solves problems and overcomes challenges.