Communications & Advocacy Officer (Human Rights)

Humanities & NGOs

K sh 120,000 – 200,000 gross / month

Openings: 1 Location: Nairobi – Roysambu TRM Drive (Queensway / Lumumba Dr loop) Overview: Storytelling here isn’t just about words on a page; it’s about shaping policy, protecting rights, and amplifying voices that often go unheard. As a Communications & Advocacy Officer, you’ll turn field insights into compelling narratives that influence stakeholders, sway decision-makers, and safeguard beneficiaries. Working with our client, you’ll mix research, interviews, and coalition insights to create content that resonates across digital platforms, print, and events. Ethical storytelling is non-negotiable: informed consent, careful handling of sensitive information, and measurable impact guide every communication. This role is part strategist, part storyteller, and part diplomat. You’ll train spokespeople, manage advocacy events, and package policy asks in ways that get noticed while tracking engagement metrics that prove the work moves the needle. Your narratives won’t just be heard; they’ll be acted upon. If you thrive on translating complex rights-based issues into clear, persuasive messaging, building coalitions, and seeing tangible policy shifts, this position offers a rare chance to combine purpose with professional growth. Key Responsibilities: - Develop comms strategy and content calendar; manage social and media. - Package policy asks into briefs, op-eds, and stakeholder kits. - Train spokespeople; manage events, petitions, and coalition updates. - Maintain consent records and data protection practices. - Track KPIs (reach, engagement, meetings, pledges) and iterate. Education & Experience: - BA Communication/IR/Political Science; 3–5 yrs in advocacy comms. Skills & Tools: - Writing, media relations, basic design, analytics, stakeholder mapping. KPIs: - Policy meetings secured, message reach/quality, coalition engagement, consent compliance. Compensation (Kenya): KES 120,000–200,000 + annual bonus. Figures are client estimates and vary with experience. Benefits: - Medical, phone/data, training, 23–25 leave days. Growth Path: - Senior Comms & Advocacy → Public Affairs Lead → Director, Policy & Communications. Ideal promotion cycle.