The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience of working with the media and have strong networks and connections within the East African region.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing support in the development and implementation of IPS’s Communication Strategy and Plan.
• Undertaking systematic monitoring and reporting on media coverage of IPS and its project companies.
• Developing a media database and relevant material as well as maintaining photo and press archives as needed.
• Developing key brand messages and strategies to build brand awareness and ensuring consistency and accurate delivery of messages using a variety of media for defined audiences.
• Enforcing the IPS brand standards guide to ensure standardization in the use of its logo and other material.
• Assisting in the development of content and editing of documentaries, publications, newsletters, company profiles and the IPS and group company web pages.
• Updating the IPS website and sending out email newsletters on a regular basis.
• Managing and directing external suppliers and agencies in the delivery of communications and marketing tools, campaigns, etc.
• Preparing presentations, reports and assisting in the development of case studies on project impacts.
• Participating and providing support in organizing and coordinating of events and visits.
• Ensuring messages are communicated consistently across the group.

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years relevant experience in corporate communication (internal and
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal are a must
• Sound knowledge and experience using computers and MS Office applications. Individuals experience in handling of web based management systems and graphic design programmes will have an added advantage.