{"id":99301,"date":"2026-06-25T13:04:24","date_gmt":"2026-06-25T13:04:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/uncategorized\/communications-and-outreach-assistant\/"},"modified":"2026-06-25T13:04:24","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T13:04:24","slug":"communications-and-outreach-assistant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/jobs\/nairobi\/communications-and-outreach-assistant\/","title":{"rendered":"Communications and Outreach Assistant"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\", \"@type\": \"JobPosting\", \"title\": \"Communications and Outreach Assistant\", \"description\": \"Major responsibilities will include:\\nMaintaining the ATPS website and uploading new content.\\nManaging all ATPS social media platforms, including content planning andengagement.\\nAssisting in writing, editing, proof-reading and designing of all ATPS publications on a timely basis including articles in international journals, ATPS publication series, popular articles, book volumes, and publications in the fourth estate;\\nAssisting in photography, videography, video editing, and producing the ATPS podcast.\\nCollecting information and stories necessary for the publication of in-house newsletters twice a year, news articles, bibliographies, brochures, program promotions, media outreach, etc. on a timely basis;\\nAssisting in the fundraising effort of the ATPS communications team through proposal writing and bidding for contracts etc.;\\nAssisting in running the ATPS Information Resource Centre;\\nWorking with consulting designers, editors and other suppliers to publish institutional documents;\\nAssisting in organizing media and public awareness events and campaigns and other special events, such as the Scientific Revival Day for Africa;\\nPreparing the ATPS promotional and advocacy materials;\\nMaintaining contact with press, information professionals, communicating with libraries and publishers for documents and information requested by ATPS staff;\\nAssisting the team in media outreach and information dissemination-related activities and supporting the implementation of relevant public events;\\nDesigning and implementing of advocacy and communications strategy plans;\\nAssisting the team in undertaking research on topical issues as identified by the\\nResearch, Training and Communications Leader; and\\nUndertaking any other related duties as are assigned by the Supervisor\\nAcademic qualifications\\nA Degree in Communications, Journalism, or any other related discipline from a recognized university is required.\\nSkills and competences\\nStrong interpersonal and networking skills to work well with wide range of stakeholders to elicit accurate information and expression of views on relevant issues;\\nStrong coordination, facilitation, negotiation, networking, lobbying and advocacy skills;\\nAt least 2 years proven experience in communications, preferably with an International organization.\\nExperience in Journalism and editorial work.\\nVideo editing, podcast production, and photography\/videography\\nGood writing skills.\\nGood knowledge and experience in using computers.\\nAbility to undertake research will be an advantage.\\nWeb design skills a distinct advantage.\\nProficiency in English, French, Kiswahili and Experience in Public relations will be a major advantage.\\nPersonal Attributes\\nGood character\\nA Self-starter with a strong desire to learn\\nAbility to work as part of a team\\nAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlines\", \"datePosted\": \"2026-06-22\", \"hiringOrganization\": {\"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"African Technology Policy Studies Network ATPS\"}, \"jobLocation\": {\"@type\": \"Place\", \"address\": {\"@type\": \"PostalAddress\", \"addressLocality\": \"Nairobi\", \"addressCountry\": \"KE\"}}, \"directApply\": true, \"validThrough\": \"2026-07-20T23:59:59\", \"employmentType\": \"FULL_TIME\"}<\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>Company:<\/strong> African Technology Policy Studies Network ATPS<\/p>\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Nairobi<\/p>\n<p><strong>Job Type:<\/strong> Full Time<\/p>\n<p><strong>Apply Before:<\/strong> 2026-07-20<\/p>\n<h3>Job Description<\/h3>\n<p>Major responsibilities will include:<br \/>Maintaining the ATPS website and uploading new content.<br \/>Managing all ATPS social media platforms, including content planning andengagement.<br \/>Assisting in writing, editing, proof-reading and designing of all ATPS publications on a timely basis including articles in international journals, ATPS publication series, popular articles, book volumes, and publications in the fourth estate;<br \/>Assisting in photography, videography, video editing, and producing the ATPS podcast.<br \/>Collecting information and stories necessary for the publication of in-house newsletters twice a year, news articles, bibliographies, brochures, program promotions, media outreach, etc. on a timely basis;<br \/>Assisting in the fundraising effort of the ATPS communications team through proposal writing and bidding for contracts etc.;<br \/>Assisting in running the ATPS Information Resource Centre;<br \/>Working with consulting designers, editors and other suppliers to publish institutional documents;<br \/>Assisting in organizing media and public awareness events and campaigns and other special events, such as the Scientific Revival Day for Africa;<br \/>Preparing the ATPS promotional and advocacy materials;<br \/>Maintaining contact with press, information professionals, communicating with libraries and publishers for documents and information requested by ATPS staff;<br \/>Assisting the team in media outreach and information dissemination-related activities and supporting the implementation of relevant public events;<br \/>Designing and implementing of advocacy and communications strategy plans;<br \/>Assisting the team in undertaking research on topical issues as identified by the<br \/>Research, Training and Communications Leader; and<br \/>Undertaking any other related duties as are assigned by the Supervisor<br \/>Academic qualifications<br \/>A Degree in Communications, Journalism, or any other related discipline from a recognized university is required.<br \/>Skills and competences<br \/>Strong interpersonal and networking skills to work well with wide range of stakeholders to elicit accurate information and expression of views on relevant issues;<br \/>Strong coordination, facilitation, negotiation, networking, lobbying and advocacy skills;<br \/>At least 2 years proven experience in communications, preferably with an International organization.<br \/>Experience in Journalism and editorial work.<br \/>Video editing, podcast production, and photography\/videography<br \/>Good writing skills.<br \/>Good knowledge and experience in using computers.<br \/>Ability to undertake research will be an advantage.<br \/>Web design skills a distinct advantage.<br \/>Proficiency in English, French, Kiswahili and Experience in Public relations will be a major advantage.<br \/>Personal Attributes<br \/>Good character<br \/>A Self-starter with a strong desire to learn<br \/>Ability to work as part of a team<br \/>Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines<\/p>\n<h3>How to Apply<\/h3>\n<p>Interested and qualified candidates should send an application letter stating their motivation for the job and a detailed curriculum vitae with at least three (3) referees to executivedirector@atpsnet.org with a copy to finance@atpsnet.org. The deadline for the submissions of application is Monday 20 July 2026. Use the job title \u201cCommunications and Outreach Assistant\u201d as the subject of your email.<br \/>Build your CV for free. 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