Matibabu Foundation is a registered health facility based in Siaya County. Our focus is to improve the quality, affordability and accessibility of healthcare with more attention to the women and their families through offering affordable, facilities- based health care with extensive laboratory and pharmaceutical services.
We are seeking a dedicated,
creative, and results-driven Communications
Officer to
join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and
implementing both internal and external communication strategies, enhancing the
organization’s visibility, and ensuring consistent and impactful messaging
across all platforms.
This role involves active
participation in content creation, media engagement, event coordination, and
documenting and disseminating project achievements to diverse stakeholders.
Position: Communications Officer
Reporting to: Projects Manager
Key Duties and
Responsibilities
Content Creation &
Management
- Develop, edit, publish,
and disseminate high-quality content, including articles, success stories,
press releases, newsletters, and social media posts.
Digital & Social Media
Engagement
- Manage and update the
organization’s website and social media platforms.
- Monitor digital trends
and analytics to increase brand awareness and audience engagement.
Media & Public Relations
- Build and maintain strong
relationships with media outlets.
- Respond to media and
public inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
Event Support
- Support the planning,
coordination, promotion, and documentation of events, workshops, and
community outreach activities.
Branding & Documentation
- Ensure consistent
application of organizational branding guidelines across all communication
materials.
- Maintain a well-organized
digital archive of communication materials, project milestones, and key
activities.
Strategy, Monitoring &
Reporting
- Support the development
and implementation of communication strategies.
- Track and analyze
communication metrics (e.g., website traffic, social media engagement) and
prepare reports to assess effectiveness.
Qualifications and Experience
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in
Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related
field.
Experience
- At least 2–3
years of professional experience in communications or a related
role.
- Prior experience within
the NGO or humanitarian sector is an added advantage.
Skills and Competencies
- Excellent written,
editing, and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft
Office, social media platforms, and design tools such as Canva or Adobe
Creative Cloud.
- Ability to capture
compelling photographs during field activities, events, and community
engagements for storytelling and reporting.
- Strong interpersonal
skills and the ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
- High level of creativity,
initiative, and attention to detail.
- Strong organizational and
project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Desired Attributes
- Strong passion for the
organization’s mission and values.
- Good understanding of the
local and regional context in which the organization operates.
How to Apply
Interested candidates on the
positions should submit their applications, enclosing a detailed CV, copies of
academic testimonials and names of three referees and day time telephone
contacts to: –
The Administration Officer,
Matibabu Foundation,
P.O. Box 230 – 40607, Ukwala, Kenya.
OR
E-mail to info@matibabukenya.org
So as to reach us not later
than 14/01/2026
NB: Only successful and
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Matibabu Foundation is an equal opportunity employer
