Maendeleo Ya Wanawake Organization (MYWO) Employment Opportunities

Maendeleo Ya Wanawake Organization (MYWO) a National grassroots Women's Organization seeks to recruit Public Relations Officer and Project Officer to be based in Nairobi, Head office.

1. Function title: - Public Relations Officer
Public Relations Officer will plan, develop, put into place and evaluate information and communication strategies that present the organization to the public, members, donors etc. He/She will also promote good information flows within the organization.

SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:-

• Implement critical areas of the organization's Public Relations.
  
• Provide guidance on Public Relation matters.
• Keep an eye on public opinion about the issues that concern the Organization.
• Write, edit and arrange production of newsletters, in-house magazines, pamphlets, press statements, brochures, speeches etc.
  
• Organize special events such as open days, visits, exhibitions and functions.
  
• Any other duties assigned by the Executive Director.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a BA in Communications, Public Relations or Journalism
• Outstanding writing and speaking skills
• A minimum of 5 years working experience in Public Relations at a senior level
• Demonstrated competence in interpersonal relationships, team building and communication skills
  
• Age between 28 - 40years

2. Function title: - Project Officer

Duties and responsibilities

• Day to day Management of projects activities Overall co-ordination of the project
• Proposal writing
• Providing technical advice to the management
• Preparing monthly/quarterly and annual project reports Preparation of action plans and project budgets. Any other duties assigned by the Executive Director.
• This position calls for extensive travelling nationally.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelors Degree in social studies or any other relevant discipline, M.A will be an added advantage and a background in Environmental Science.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in similar field
• Strong organizational skills
• Kenyan citizens aged 28-40 years
• Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision
• Possess excellent computer skills

Write to:

THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
MAENDELEO YA WANAWAKE ORGANIZATION
P.O. BOX 44412-00100
NAIROBI.

The closing date is Monday 29th December 2008 and only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.