Advocacy and Policy Officer, WACI Health

As part of a small dynamic team, the Policy and Advocacy Officer, maternity reliever, (6 months based on performance at 3 months)  based in Nairobi, will work closely with the line manager and WACI Health colleagues, Specifically, this position will; 

  • Support the program managers to produce project reports, press release briefing papers and web content.
  • Draft and update WACI Health public-facing materials for advocacy and communication ,to build presence and profile nationally, regionally and globally including on social media. 
  • Create and maintain internal systems, including contact lists, diaries of upcoming events and opportunities and other databases.
  • Manage the Advocacy portfolio for Women’s prevention Programme (Dapivirine Ring advocacy, Choice manifesto and the With Me in me Campaign) 
  • Participate in one technical working group on biomedical HIV prevention in Kenya. 
  • Attend and represent WACI Health in meetings/events and forums
  • Provide content for key communications materials for the assigned program eg develop social media content for Facebook, twitter, newsletters, blogs etc 
  • Work with the assigned line manager to organize calls, meetings and events and produce reports 
  • Participate in internal and external calls relevant to the assigned program and follow-up on action points
  • Support the implementation of AfNHi and AfNHi Youth cohort activities 
  • Manage the reference group meetings 
  • Support the smooth running of the Under the tree Youth Mentorship program 
  • Develop or update WACI Health campaigns toolkit and identify advocacy targets on key priority countries/issues, with the support of the Programs Managers. 
  • Work closely with partners to develop coordinated advocacy and advocacy campaigns on identified WACI Health priority themes

A BA degree in a field of study relevant to the technical area
(Communications, Journalism, Global or Public Health,International Development)

2 years of relevant and related experience in policy advocacy and campaigns
  • Excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills in English
  • Effective use of social media and preparing print publications to promote global health projects
  • Experience managing online/virtual communications platforms and webinars
  • Experience conducting online and print research
  • Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office; strong familiarity with social media, and experience with web content management
  • Team player with resourcefulness and the ability to work independently
  • Experience with event and meeting planning and facilitation
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to work in a fluid, fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
  • Ability to maintain good relationships with local and international media.
  • Excellent writing and the ability to develop and implement communications advocacy strategies.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

To apply, fill out the application form :  https://forms.gle/WzecFH2uhnFqk7e66   by 30th January 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.