Deputy Communications Manager – AIM at BRAC

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Branding


Implement communications strategy and ensure consistent messaging
Share programme learnings, stories, and communications products
Align global, regional, and country priorities
Monitor and adjust communications plans


Operations & Leadership


Manage daily workflows and communications plans
Coordinate campaigns, events, and content production
Liaise across teams and act as focal point when needed
Track deliverables, manage vendors, and mitigate risks


Content & Storytelling


Develop high-quality impact stories and multimedia content
Lead production (writing, editing, filming, design)
Manage media assets and ensure ethical, on-brand outputs


PR & Thought Leadership


Support media relations and visibility strategies
Draft press materials and prepare leadership for engagements


Campaigns & Digital


Execute campaigns and manage digital platforms
Use analytics to improve performance


Advocacy & Partnerships


Develop advocacy materials and support stakeholder engagement
Ensure partner compliance and visibility requirements


Internal Communications


Strengthen internal processes and team capacity
Promote knowledge sharing and consistent branding


Safeguarding


Apply safeguarding and ethical storytelling standards


Qualifications & Skills


Degree in Communications, Journalism, or related field
Strong writing, storytelling, and organisational skills
Experience with multimedia, design tools, and digital campaigns
Ability to manage priorities independently and under pressure
Fluency in English and Kiswahili; willingness to travel


Experience


5+ years in communications (preferably international development)
Experience managing projects, content, media relations, and vendors
Background in strategic communications support or deputy roles preferred


Eligibility


Must be legally eligible to work in Kenya