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Communications Assistant (Volunteer Position) at Street Child

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification BA/BSc/HND
  • Experience
  • Location Nairobi
  • Job Field Internships / Volunteering&nbsp , Media / Advertising / Branding&nbsp

Communications Assistant (Volunteer Position) at Street Child

Communications Assistant (Volunteer Position)

Content Creation & Storytelling

  • Develop engaging written, visual, and multimedia content that highlights Street Child’s impact.
  • Collect and draft human-interest stories, case studies, and testimonies from the field.
  • Capture and edit engaging video content, including summaries of programme impact and individual case studies.
  • Prepare success stories
  • Assist with Street Child and donor branding, and marketing guidelines.
  • Develop advocacy content, including video testimonials and other multimedia assets.
  • Support the creation of newsletters, blog posts, and other communication materials as required.
  • Assist country teams in creating content that aligns with global fundraising and communication strategies.

Social Media & Digital Engagement

  • Develop and manage Street Child ESARO’s social media accounts (if/where available), including content scheduling and community engagement, in line with organisation guidelines.
  • Develop an annual social media content calendar, aligning with organisational messaging and content, where relevant.
  • Develop content for on social media channels and prepare relevant social media posts.
  • Create visually appealing posts, infographics, and short videos to enhance engagement.
  • Ensure content aligns with Street Child’s global social media strategy and visibility needs.
  • Monitor digital trends and suggest innovative ways to improve Street Child’s online presence.
  • Track social media channel performance.

Media & Advocacy Support

  • Support media outreach efforts, including drafting press releases and building national media contact lists.
  • Develop and distribute content for advocacy purposes, including stories and visual materials.
  • Support the policy and external engagement team in the development of policy briefs.
  • Track media mentions and compile reports on communication impact.
  • Assist in organizing online and in-person advocacy campaigns and events.
  • Support the creation of visibility materials, including office branding, banners, posters, flyers, and branded clothing.

Internal & External Communications

  • Develop a regional communications strategy aligned with Street Child’s global strategy.
  • Assist with donor and partner communication materials, ensuring consistency in messaging.
  • Help country teams design campaigns that enhance Street Child’s visibility and public engagement.
  • Support internal knowledge-sharing efforts by curating success stories and project updates.
  • Ensure Skyfish remains updated with videos, photos and case studies.
  • Maintain a database of communications assets, including reports.
  • Assist ESARO countries with their communications needs and ensure alignment with Street Child’s branding and marking guidelines.

Person Specification:

Essential:

  • Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
  • Familiarity with social media management and digital marketing.
  • Proficiency in content creation tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Suite, or similar).
  • Passion for international development, education, and child protection.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team.
  • Fluency in English (written and spoken)

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Street Child on apply.workable.com to apply

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