Communications Associate at TechnoServe Kenya

Communications Associate at TechnoServe Kenya – TechnoServe Kenya Kenya Job Details

Position Overview

NutriSave is seeking a creative, strategic, and highly organized Communications Associate to support the project’s communication strategy and showcase the impact of innovative interventions designed to reduce food loss and waste (FLW) while improving access to affordable, nutritious foods among low-income consumers.

The Associate will take full ownership of the end-to-end communication workflow and document the journey of two core pilots:

• B2B Digital Platforms: Rescuing surplus fruits and vegetables by connecting supply and demand actors.
• Washing, Cutting, Peeling, and Packaging (WCPP): Providing convenience through minimally processed, rescued produce.

The Associate will serve as the strategic storyteller and brand custodian of the program, translating technical milestones, research findings, and pilot results into high-impact narratives.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Stakeholder Engagement

• Design, implement, and track NutriSave’s communication and dissemination strategy in alignment with TechnoServe’s regional and global guidelines.
• Support branding compliance and review cycles for primary project donors (Gates Foundation and FCDO).
• Serve as primary communications liaison during field travel, building trust with diverse stakeholders including private sector executives and pilot partners.
• Manage external creative contractors including graphic designers, printers, and voiceover artists.

Multimedia Content Production & Creative Direction

• Execute production lifecycle for project-level campaigns including storyboarding, filming, and post-production.
• Undertake structured field visits to capture professional-grade photography and videography documenting activities from farm-gate to retail distribution.
• Produce "Impact Bites"—engaging 60-90 second videos optimized for social media and partner channels.
• Assist in drafting, filming, and editing annual "year in review" flagship video.

Research Translation & Storytelling

• Collaborate with MEL Manager to translate quantitative data and research findings into accessible narratives and policy briefs.
• Conduct narrative interviews to draft authentic "Success Stories" featuring market traders and women-led enterprises.
• Convert complex pilot metrics into compelling narratives demonstrating business impact.
• Design visual presentations and multimedia segments for webinars and convenings.

Visibility, Brand Guardrails & Digital Analytics

• Review public-facing narratives and visual assets to ensure alignment with NutriSave’s core values.
• Assist in copy-editing and production of learning briefs, infographics, and reports.
• Organize and maintain a digital asset library accessible to regional and global teams.
• Monitor and analyze social media metrics across LinkedIn, YouTube, and other platforms.

Qualifications & Experience

Academic Background & Field Experience

• Degree or Diploma in Communications, Journalism, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in communications or digital storytelling.
• Proven experience documenting agricultural, market-based, or international development programs in Low-Income Country settings or the AG-tech sector.

Content Creation & Creative Excellence

• Practical mastery of videography and photography including scriptwriting, shooting, and high-end video editing (Adobe Premiere/Final Cut).
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite or Canva to produce professional-grade visual assets.
• Strong portfolio showcasing ability to translate complex food systems data into compelling narratives.
• Exceptional interviewing skills with focus on capturing authentic stories from diverse stakeholders.

Digital Strategy & Platform Management

• Experience managing social media channels and demonstrating data-driven content optimization.
• Familiarity with donor compliance and branding requirements in international development.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.