OBJECTIVES OF THE ASSIGNMENT
The Communications and Advocacy Manager will support the SNGO Network Advisor in the next phase of its development, and namely, help to promote the network as the leading platform through which SNGOs around the world can convene to advocate for a more equitable and dignified humanitarian system.

More specifically the Communications and Advocacy Manager will:
• Prepare a Communication and Advocacy strategy for the network
• Prepare a branding strategy for the network
• Manage and administer the grants, budgets and reporting for all related grant awards for network activities and
• Prepare new proposals with budgets for additional donors via the network steering committee.
• Prepare materials for network events and consultations

SCOPE OF WORK
The Communications and Advocacy Manager will be expected to:
1.Prepare and Implement a Network Communications and Advocacy Strategy
a. Prepare a network communications and advocacy strategy designed to help the network achieve its goals and objectives
b. Identify key advocacy meetings, working groups, conferences, consultations, donor fora, and events where the network’s members, steering committee, advisor and director can advocate on behalf of the network.
c. Manage the budget for advocacy engagement.
d. Prepare quarterly reports for donors, the network steering commitment and network members on the network’s advocacy activities.
e. Prepare a monthly update/newsletter to network members on network activities and progress.
f. Liaise with members, donors, partners and prospective donors on a range of network activities.
g. Package and present advocacy messaging through social media, literature, website, reporting and presentations.
2.Prepare and Implement a Branding Strategy
a. Prepare and implement a branding strategy with:
• Vision
• Mission
• Key messaging
• Strong visual identifiers
• Social Media presence
3.Build and Manage SNGO Website
a. Prepare wireframe of SNGO website
b. Prepare content for SNGO website
c. Develop terms of reference to select web designers
d. Oversee the building and maintenance of the site

CONCTRACT PERIOD
October 2015 – October 2016

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
• Degree in Communications, Journalism, International Relations or Marketing. A degree in Business Administration or another related degree will also be considered with relevant work experience.
• Experience managing networks, communities of practice, or any initiatives that require extensive coordination.
• Proven skills in grants and project management. Excellent organization skills.
• Good understanding of creating and managing budgets
• Familiarity with donor management and related compliance issues.
• Familiarity with development and humanitarian issues.
• Understanding of all key aspects of grant award management.
• Well-developed capacity for taking initiative.
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity to gender issues;
• Excellent command of oral and written English.

HOW TO APPLY:
This is a challenging opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated professional who is highly organized and can work with a high degree of independence.
Please submit your application to jobs@adesoafrica.org , quoting the position in the email subject matter,by22nd October 2015.
Each application should be addressed to the HR Director and should include the following:
• An updated CV (maximum 3 pages);

• An application letter which should include remuneration requirements and contact information for three previous supervisors as referees.
Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Adeso is an equal opportunity employer.
This position is only open to those who can legally live and work in Kenya.
Adeso is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on one’s background, beliefs, gender or sexual orientation.