Senior Communications Associate (Nairobi, Kenya)

Burness; Maryland; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global communications firm is looking for a skilled communicator to advance social change through impactful international public relations. This role involves shaping narratives on crucial issues such as income inequality and climate change. Candidates should have 6-10 years of experience, excellent project management skills, and a passion for creating meaningful content. This position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development support

Competitive salary package

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of international public relations experience.
• Experience working in Africa.
• Proven ability to collaborate and influence.

Responsibilities

• Leverage international PR experience on social justice issues.
• Devise comprehensive communications strategies for diverse audiences.
• Cultivate relationships with journalists and organize media trips.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Project management

Media relations

Digital strategies

Strategic thinking

Job description

At Burness, we're on a mission to drive social change globally through impactful communications. With almost 40 years of experience, we've collaborated with over 700 nonprofits worldwide. We're searching for a dynamic communicator to join our Nairobi office, working with international agencies, foundations and nonprofits.

Your Role

In this role, you'll leverage your 6-10 years of international public relations experience to make a difference on crucial social justice issues including income inequality and sovereign debt, gender equality, food security, climate change, and global health. Your work will be instrumental in shaping narratives that drive change.

Why Choose Burness

Meaningful Impact: Be part of a team that is dedicated to advancing social change on a global scale.

Global Exposure: Collaborate with nonprofits, agencies and foundations worldwide, expanding your network and influence.

Innovative Challenges: Be part of a team that tackles complex communications challenges and devises innovative approaches that make a real difference.

Skill Enhancement: Develop your project management, client relations and crisis communication skills in a dynamic environment.

Thought Leadership: Your expertise will be valued as you contribute to shaping communications strategies and approaches.

Holistic Communication: Engage in a wide range of tasks, from writing press releases to developing digital strategies.

Professional Growth: Deepen your knowledge in vital fields such as agricultural science, climate change and global health.

Your Qualifications

Skilled Communicator: Strong verbal and written communication skills, including crafting key messages, press releases, op-eds and more.

Strategic Thinker: Devise and execute comprehensive communications strategies tailored to diverse audiences.

Accomplished Media Relations Professional: Cultivate and maintain relationships with journalists in international, regional and in-country media outlets to secure earned media opportunities; identify strong narratives for journalist site visits and able to work with local community and NGO partners to organize and execute media trips and travel into the field to accompany journalists; organize and staff press conferences; and is versed in pitching media contacts via PR outreach databases, email, social media, WhatsApp and phone.

Exceptional Project Manager: Strong project management skills; able to juggle multiple projects and work with disparate teams, including across varying time zones.

Digital Innovator: Integrate digital strategies into your communications approach to maximize audience engagement and story uptake.

Content Enthusiast: Display a passion for diving into content areas like sovereign debt, ocean protection, climate change and global health.

What You'll Bring

Passion for Change: A genuine commitment to advancing social change through impactful communications.

Global Perspective: Experience working in Africa and an understanding of international public relations dynamics.

Influence and Collaboration: Proven ability to be a trusted thought partner, advisor and team player.

Clear Communication: Translate complex concepts into clear, compelling language tailored to diverse audiences.

Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a salary package that reflects your expertise and contributions.

Comprehensive Benefits: Access health, wellness and professional development benefits that support your overall well-being.