Aga Khan
University is looking for an experienced communications professional and leader
who is motivated by our mission to provide world-class quality higher education
and healthcare throughout East Africa.
AKU is an
international private university that has been active in East Africa for more
than 15 years, educating graduates who are prepared for leadership and
committed to service, and who aspire to make a difference in others’ lives.
Regional
Communications Director
Position
summary: This
position will ensure that external and internal communications is supported in
all aspects of the University in East Africa, including all academic units in
Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.
He/she will
also coordinate communication for the hospitals in collaboration with CEO or
designee as needed.
Highlights of responsibilities / duties;
- Manage
and develop a communications team.
- Develop
communications operating plans.
- Create
and lead a media relations plan.
- Write
and edit communications materials including briefings, media releases and
pitches, fact sheets, website and social media content.
- Participate
in creative development and design of materials.
- Manage
all aspects of internal and external communications for special events.
- Ensure
that communications policies and processes are followed, and that
communications systems are used properly.
Qualifications:
- A
Master’s Degree from a reputable institution, preferably in mass
communications, public affairs, marketing or related field.
- At
least seven (7) years of experience in corporate communications, media
relations or not-for-profit/development communications.
- Proven
ability to build consensus around communications approaches and materials.
- Experience
and connections with the East African media outlets.
- Superior
writing and editing ability in English and preferably also Swahili.
To Apply:
Applicants
meeting the above requirements should forward their detailed resume, with names
and addresses of at least three referees familiar with their recent work to
hr.recruitment@aku.edu and mention the position applied for in the subject line
by 3rd June, 2016.
www.aku.edu
