Population Services Kenya (PS Kenya) is hiring a Communications Assistant within its Corporate Communications department in Nairobi. The deadline is 6 May 2026. If you have 1–3 years of communications, content creation, or PR experience — with strong photography, video editing, and social media skills — this is a well-defined role within a leading Kenyan health NGO.
About This Role
The Communications Assistant reports to the Senior Manager, Marketing, Communication & Fundraising and supports PS Kenya’s full communications function — from field photography and video production to social media management, website updates, and event coverage. The role sits at the intersection of visual storytelling and digital content strategy, producing material that brings PS Kenya’s health programmes to life for donors, partners, and the public.
This is an on-site role based at PS Kenya’s offices at Jumuia Place, Wing B, 3rd Floor, Lenana Road, Nairobi.
Key Responsibilities
Visual Content Production
- Capture high-quality photos and videos during field visits, events, and programme activities
- Edit and produce engaging video content for digital platforms and campaigns
- Support content production end to end — scripting, filming, photography, and post-production editing
- Maintain a strong eye for visual storytelling that authentically represents PS Kenya’s health impact
Digital & Social Media
- Develop, schedule, and publish social media content with strong visual and written quality
- Track social media performance and recommend improvements for audience engagement
- Support website updates to ensure content remains fresh and relevant
Writing & Storytelling
- Write articles, impact stories, and field stories to support organisational storytelling
- Support internal communications and timely dissemination of organisational updates
Events & Administration
- Assist in event planning, coordination, and communications coverage
- Support administrative processes including RQs, payments, and reconciliations
What success looks like in this role:
- Consistently high-quality photo and video content produced and shared across platforms
- Measurable growth in social media engagement driven by compelling content
- Timely, relevant website and digital updates published without gaps
- Seamless event coverage delivering strong visual and written outputs
Required Qualifications
Education
- Degree and/or Diploma in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field
Experience
- 1–3 years of experience in communications, PR, or a content creation role
- Demonstrated experience creating digital content — social media, video, or photography
- Experience in an NGO or donor-funded environment is an added advantage
- A portfolio or links to previous work will strengthen your application significantly
Skills
- Strong photography and videography skills — field and event contexts
- Proficiency in video editing tools — Adobe Premiere Pro, CapCut, or similar
- Basic graphic design skills — Adobe Creative Suite or similar
- Experience managing social media platforms and analysing performance metrics
- Strong writing skills for digital storytelling and impact reporting
- Ability to manage multiple content streams and deadlines simultaneousl
Salary, Contract & Location Details
Compensation
Not disclosed in the listing. Communications Assistant roles at mid-sized Kenyan NGOs typically range from KES 60,000–100,000 per month depending on the organisation’s salary scale and the candidate’s experience. Confirm the exact package through the PS Kenya recruitment portal.
Contract Type
Not specified. PS Kenya operates on a mix of permanent and programme-linked contracts — confirm the nature and duration of the appointment at interview.
Location
Nairobi, Kenya — Jumuia Place, Lenana Road. This is an on-site role; field travel across PS Kenya programme sites will be required for photography and video coverage.
How to Apply
Application Deadline
6 May 2026
How to Submit
Apply exclusively through the PS Kenya official careers portal:
Do not send applications by email or phone. PS Kenya is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion — all employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and experience.
Prepare a targeted application that includes your portfolio or links to content you’ve produced. Applications without a portfolio will be at a disadvantage given the visual and content nature of the role.
About Population Services Kenya (PS Kenya)
PS Kenya is a leading Kenyan NGO delivering sustainable health impact through private sector engagement, health systems strengthening, service delivery, and social behaviour change. Operating across Kenya with support from international donors and partners, PS Kenya implements programmes in reproductive health, malaria, nutrition, and water/sanitation. The organisation’s communications function plays a direct role in donor reporting, fundraising, and public health behaviour change campaigns — making this Communications Assistant role genuinely influential within the organisation’s mission.
