icipe African Insect Science for Food and Health is an intergovernmental organisation funded by governmental aid agencies, UN organisations and private foundations to carry out research and training in environmentally sound and sustainable management of arthropods for improving health and agricultural productivity in the tropics. icipe wishes to urgently recruit a suitable person to fill the position of HEAD, PUBLIC RELATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS in the Office of the Director General. The position is tenable in Nairobi, Kenya at the icipe Duduville campus. This is a two-year contract, with a possibility of extension after successfully completing a six-month probation period of the first contract.
The candidate should be able to carry responsibilities of communication and public relation activities. Click here to know more responsibilities.
icipe African Insect Science for Food and Health is an intergovernmental organisation funded by governmental aid agencies, UN organisations and private foundations to carry out research and training in environmentally sound and sustainable management of arthropods for improving health and agricultural productivity in the tropics. icipe wishes to urgently recruit a suitable person to fill the position of HEAD, PUBLIC RELATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS in the Office of the Director General. The position is tenable in Nairobi, Kenya at the icipe Duduville campus. This is a two-year contract, with a possibility of extension after successfully completing a six-month probation period of the first contract.
The candidate should be able to carry responsibilities of communication and public relation activities. Click here to know more responsibilities.
Overall purpose of the job
- To promote a positive image of icipe to donors, governments, NGOs, UN agencies, IGOs, collaborators, stakeholders and the public at large, and to develop public relations policies and procedures for the Centre with the approval of the Governing Council, aimed at supporting icipes international cooperation activities.
- To be accountable for all communication activities of the Centre including advocacy and liaison with organisations with similar interests.
- To coordinate all activities involved in the planning, organisation and implementation of conferences, workshops, symposia, seminars, exhibitions, Open Days etc.
Requirements/Qualifications
- Masters degree in journalism, communication or related specification is essential.
- 5 years of related professional experience in positions of responsibility in an international or commercial organisation with an international scope.
- Experience in journalism/media relations.
- Proven track record leading to capabilities in driving and developing a communications team.
- Strong in relationship building with journalists and other relevant external and internal stakeholder groups.
- High degree of organisation, adaptability and prioritization, and documentation skills.
- Ability to think strategically and to develop and execute a strategic communication planning as well as the corresponding messages and communications activities.
How to apply
Please quote the job reference number IRS/41/122013 on the email subject line. Send an application (including current salary details and anticipated remuneration package), with a current CV with names and addresses of 3 referees (including e-mail addresses and fax numbers), copies of transcripts or academic certificates and relevant testimonials, and a one-page write-up on how you consider yourself suitable for the above job. Electronic copies must be sent to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Only applications of shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.
Applications will be accepted up to 12th January 2014, or until the position is filled, whichever is earlier.