Communications Assistant

Assignment Type: National Volunteer Eligibility Requirements: Open to citizens of the assignment country only Assignment ID: VA-107211 Assignment Title: Communications Assistant Partner: WUSC Kenya (ACT) Country: Kenya Duration: 12 months Time Commitment: Full time Assignment Context Are you passionate about storytelling for social change? Do you have creative communication skills to share? As the Communications Officer with the Action for Paid Childcare Sector Transformation (ACT) project(WUSC) in Nairobi, Kenya, you will help elevate community voices, document transformative initiatives, and create dynamic content that drives awareness and action. From producing engaging social media content and capturing impactful moments through photography, to supporting the development of reports and promotional materials, you’ll play a vital role in telling the story of change and advancing equitable childcare solutions. Apply today and be part of shaping a more visible and inclusive future in Kenya! Roles and Responsibilities Support in development of reports, promotional materials, including written materials, videos and photo documentation and design using tools like Canva and Adobe. Support in reviewing the social media posts from our implementing partners of the ACT project Support communication and outreach efforts by engaging stakeholders, sharing impact stories, and strengthening visibility in local and digital spaces Document project activities and outcomes through photography, interviews, and field reporting Ensure that an intersectional and culturally sensitive lens is applied in the execution of all activities Participate in pre-assignment training Participate in at least 3 public engagement initiatives with Canadian audiences before, during, or after the assignment. Volunteers will be equipped with the tools, training, funds, and support to achieve these goals. Volunteers will also have to report on each of their public engagement activities through our Volunteer Information Portal. Virtual chats and individual check-ins can be booked with the Senior Public Engagement Officer throughout the course of their assignment and up to 2 years after to seek guidance and support with their public engagement activities Submit reports as required by the partner organization and by WUSC. Experience and Qualifications Degree in Communications, Journalism, Development Studies, or a related field Demonstrated experience in report writing, article drafting, and storytelling for development initiatives Proficiency in visual content creation, including photography and basic design using Canva, Adobe, or similar tools Experience in social media management and engagement across platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Demonstrated experience engaging with local communities and stakeholders Fluency in English and Swahili required A commitment to gender equality, youth inclusion Flexibility, adaptability, excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity Written and oral fluency in English. Project Description The Action for Paid Childcare Sector Transformation project (ACT) is a 4-year project that uses an innovative systems approach to drive gender transformative, locally-owned, collaborative action to transform paid childcare from a job of last resort to a vocation of choice, and for the paid childcare sector to become one of economic prosperity for women in Kenya and in Malawi. ACT responds to recognition within the global policy agenda of a care crisis in which women are overrepresented within the largely informal paid care economy, where they face low pay, poor working conditions, limited social protection, and rights abuses – key barriers to their empowerment. Partner Description WUSC is a Canadian non-profit organization working to create a better world for all young people. We bring together a diverse network of students, volunteers, schools, governments, and businesses who share this vision. Together, we foster youth-centred solutions for improved education, economic, and empowerment opportunities to overcome inequality and exclusion in over 15 countries around the world. Support Package Support and guidance from the WUSC Volunteer Mobilization Team prior to assignment and from WUSC Country Team while on assignment Pre-assignment training to learn about the volunteering for development program, gain practical skills for living and working in an intercultural context and network with other volunteers WUSC country orientation Modest monthly living allowance Pre-assignment medical exam Health insurance Criminal record verification Vacation leave entitlement Debriefing after completion of assignment An incredible opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to global development, enhance your professional skills and participate in an experience of a lifetime! WUSC’s Safeguarding Policy WUSC’s activities seek to balance inequities and create sustainable development around the globe; the work ethic of our staff, volunteers, representatives and partners shall correspond to the values and mission of the organization. WUSC promotes responsibility, respect, honesty, and professional excellence and we will not tolerate harassment, coercion and sexual exploitation and abuse of any form. Successful applicants will be required to sign off on the WUSC Code of Conduct and the Self-Disclosure Form. International and national volunteers will also be required to submit a criminal record verification. WUSC is a signatory to the Cooperation Canada Leaders’ Pledge on Preventing and Addressing Sexual Misconduct. The pledge represents the shared commitment as Canada’s global development and humanitarian leaders to ensure the full implementation of practices and policies that will protect and respond to our own staff, volunteers and the communities we serve. We are committed to creating safe and respectful workplaces and programs that promote gender equality and are free from gender-based violence, including by addressing and responding to all abuse of power, holding people to account, and protecting the vulnerable. Read the full pledge .

Please submit your application [here.](https://volunteer.wusc.ca/va-107211/) Kindly note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, until the position is filled. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates who qualify for the next recruitment stage will be contacted.