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Background/Organizational Context Guided by the remarkable legacy of its co-founder, Helen Keller, Helen Keller Intl partners with communities that are striving to overcome longstanding cycles of poverty. By delivering the essential building blocks of good health, sound nutrition, and clear vision, we help millions of people create lasting change in their own lives. Working in 20 countries – across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the United States – and together with a global community of supporters, we ensure every person has the opportunity – as Helen did – to reach their true potential.
Since 2013, Helen Keller’s Kenya country program has been implemented to improve the health and well-being of mothers, infants, and young children in Kenya, specifically focusing on delivering life-saving health and nutrition interventions such as multiple micronutrient supplements to pregnant women, promotion of early and exclusive breastfeeding, vitamin A supplementation, and community-based treatment for acute malnutrition.
Scope of the Position The Communications Intern will assist the Country team in implementing organizational communications strategies. S/he will work with the team to fulfil organizational goals and initiatives related to programming and communications. Key Responsibilities General Responsibilities: Develop and format knowledge products, including policy briefs, data analysis, case studies, and human-interest stories, in collaboration with program staff.
Draft and edit communication materials to support advocacy efforts and knowledge sharing such as articles, newsletters, and social media content to promote Helen Keller Kenya’s work. Serve as a Helen Keller brand ambassador, supporting the country team’s brand compliance and coordinating trainings with the global team as needed. Specific Responsibilities: Partner with the Center for Marketing and Branding to develop materials and support branding for the Kenya office.
Gather “people-first” stories of impact, including interviews with community members, to be shared across country and global channels. Partner with the Center for Marketing and Branding to coordinate program photography and video gathering, including collecting written informed consent from participants, and upload assets to Helen Keller’s cloud-based media asset platform. Support social media and digital communication for country-level visibility.
Maintain a shared folder for communication materials by ensuring relevant content (photos, videos, and articles) is up-to-date and shared with the global team. Support the Country Director and program team in developing donor-facing communication materials, including fact sheets, donor reports, and presentations. Assist in tracking donor engagement opportunities, calls for proposals, and partnerships that align with Helen Keller Kenya’s strategy.
Support donor stewardship by documenting project impact stories and producing content to strengthen relationships with current and prospective funders. Required Qualifications & Competencies Skills & Experience Bachelor’s degree in a related field (English, Marketing/Communications, Advertising or Public Relations). Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to adapt messages for diverse audiences (community, donors, policymakers, and media).
Demonstrated interest in communications, public relations, business development, or fundraising within the NGO/development sector. Ability to design and present information clearly through reports, presentations, and digital platforms. Proficiency in social media management and basic digital content creation (graphic design, photography, or video editing an added advantage). Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal and networking skills. Self-starter with a proactive attitude, able to work independently and take initiative. Fluency