Knowledge, Documentation & Communication Officer Job in Kenya

The International Institute of Rural Reconstruction (IIRR) has over 100years of history in participatory, integrated and people‐centered development.

The Institute has enhanced the capacity and confidence of over 100,000 development managers, practitioners and community leaders across Asia, Africa and Latin America and is recognized for documenting and disseminating field‐based experiences through its publications.

We envision a world of equity, justice, and peace where people achieve their full potential and live a life of quality and dignity in harmony with the environment.

We are looking for a qualified candidate for the following position:

Knowledge, Documentation & Communication Officer

Job summary

To contribute to IIRR work in documentation and communication of development learning and in the production of information, education and communication (IEC) materials for field development programs.

The post holder will also manage the IIRR Africa website information and supervise the publications process.

Description of main duties:

• Collect, collate and analyze data useful in documenting learning experiences from the IIRR Learning Community Program to be used for IIRR information materials/publications in the region.
• Coordinate editing and production of various documents from workshops, seminars, writeshops, and conferences organized by IIRR and partners
• Play a lead role in preparing and disseminating a range of public information materials including newsletters, annual reports, brochures, flyers and website content
• Maintain high editing and production of all external and internal documents
• Providing appropriate guidance/support to consultants and staff in designing and production of IIRR training and communication materials.

Person specifications

• Preferably a Masters Degree in development communication, documentation and/or journalism or related field.
• At least three (5) years writing, editing, writing and documentation experience from a reputable organization. Development organization would be an added advantage.
• Good computer skills especially in website management, and desktop publishing.
• Originality, innovation and creativity in design and packaging of information for communication
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and to beat deadlines.
• Facilitation/training skills.

Kindly submit a cover letter and CV, including remuneration expectation and contact details of three (3) work-related referees to the undersigned by 26th September 2011.

Do not send your academic documents

Regional Human Resources Manager,
Africa Regional Center, 
P. O. Box 66873‐00800, Nairobi,
E-mail: recruitment@iirr.org

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