The Embassy of France in Kenya and Somalia is Recruiting a Social Media and Press Officer

AMBASSADE DE FRANCE AU KENYA ET EN SOMALIE
Liberté Égalité Fraternité

The Embassy of France in Kenya and Somalia is recruiting a social media and press officer

Job: Social media and press officer
Starting date: October 1st, 2025

Under the authority of the Political Counsellor and Head of Communication and Press office

Duties:

• Communication and promotion of the activities of the French Embassy

• Implementation of communications strategies and activities

• Daily press, media and social media monitoring

• Political and civil society developments monitoring

• Preparation and development of communications products and contents

• Management of the Embassy’s website and social pages as community manager

• Preparation of written press statements

• Being the point of contact for journalists and influencers

• Organisation of the ambassador’s visits and social events in terms of communication

Job expectations:

• Proficiency in digital communication

• Proficiency in office software

• Proficiency in writing articles, posts and press statements

• Experience of dealing with journalists and social media influencers

• Strong cyber culture and in‑depth knowledge of social media tools

• Knowledge of the full range of communication approaches, tools and methodologies

• Perfect command of English and Kiswahili; good command of French is desirable

Conditions:

• Gross monthly wage: KES 421 845

• One‑year contract, with the prospect of permanent employment

Place of work:
Embassy of France in Nairobi – Peponi Gardens, Off Peponi Road, Nairobi

Application
(CV + letter of motivation) must be sent by email to
sfa.nairobi-amba@diplomatie.gouv.fr
before August 25th, 2025.