Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

The company opened its first manufacturing facility in Mombasa, Kenya, in 1962, rapidly widening its reach to include further countries in East Africa, and then Southern Africa. In 2003, all operating companies were reversed into the current holding company called Safal Investments Mauritius Limited and conduct its business across Africa as the Safal Grou...

Main purpose of the position:

This is a role for our Safal MRM Foundation to support the Head of Foundation in communication and PR. He / She will be expected to play a role in the documentation of Safal MRM Foundation’s impact stories, program monitoring and evaluation, and public and media relations for the Foundation. As a Communications Officer, you will play a key role in crafting and disseminating messages to internal and external stakeholders, including employees, media, partners, and the public. Your role involves managing communication channels, producing content, and building relationships to support organizational objectives and initiatives

Responsibilities or duties:

• Develop and execute communication strategy for the Foundation.
• Work closely with the Foundation Head to create communications such as annual reports, presentations, and promotional materials
• Support the Foundation to inspire new ways to connect with partners and beneficiaries on various channels, including social media platforms.
• Document and consolidate impact stories.
• Work with the Foundation Head to create recognition and stewardship programs for donors – both corporate and individual.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute organization events, including logistics and vendors, to ensure alignment with the organization’s key objectives.
• Review and synthesize content calendars and posts for our regional social media channels.
• Support the identification of critical channels and approaches through competitive research, platform determination, benchmarking, messaging, and audience identification.
• Contribute to generating, editing, and publishing content (original text, images, video) that builds meaningful connections and encourages audience engagement.
• Participate in the continuous monitoring and evaluation of the channels by capturing, analysing, and acting on the appropriate social data, insights, and best practices with the foundation team.
• Assist in any other roles as assigned by the Head of Foundation
• Provide regular monthly progress updates.
• Coordinate PR activities of the Foundation

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills):

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field; master's degree or professional certification is a plus.
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, compelling messages tailored to different audiences and communication channels.
• Strong storytelling ability, with the creativity and imagination to translate complex concepts and information into engaging narratives and content.
• Proficiency in digital communication tools and platforms, including social media, content management systems, email marketing software, and analytics tools.
• Knowledge of media relations practices, including pitching, press release writing, and media monitoring, with a network of media contacts and relationships.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze situations, anticipate challenges, and develop effective communication strategies and solutions.
• Collaboration and teamwork abilities, with experience working cross-functionally and managing relationships with diverse stakeholders, both internally and externally.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Adaptability and flexibility in responding to changing priorities, crises, and opportunities, with a calm and professional demeanor under pressure.

Experience needed:

Proven experience in corporate communications, public relations, media relations, or related roles, with a track record of success in developing and implementing communication strategies and campaigns.

• Develop and execute communication strategy for the Foundation.
• Work closely with the Foundation Head to create communications such as annual reports, presentations, and promotional materials
• Support the Foundation to inspire new ways to connect with partners and beneficiaries on various channels, including social media platforms.
• Document and consolidate impact stories.
• Work with the Foundation Head to create recognition and stewardship programs for donors – both corporate and individual.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute organization events, including logistics and vendors, to ensure alignment with the organization’s key objectives.
• Review and synthesize content calendars and posts for our regional social media channels.
• Support the identification of critical channels and approaches through competitive research, platform determination, benchmarking, messaging, and audience identification.
• Contribute to generating, editing, and publishing content (original text, images, video) that builds meaningful connections and encourages audience engagement.
• Participate in the continuous monitoring and evaluation of the channels by capturing, analysing, and acting on the appropriate social data, insights, and best practices with the foundation team.
• Assist in any other roles as assigned by the Head of Foundation
• Provide regular monthly progress updates.
• Coordinate PR activities of the Foundation

• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
• Strong storytelling ability
• Proficiency in digital communication tools and platforms
• Knowledge of media relations practices
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
• Collaboration and teamwork abilities
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Adaptability and flexibility

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field; master's degree or professional certification is a plus.
• Proven experience in corporate communications, public relations, media relations, or related roles, with a track record of success in developing and implementing communication strategies and campaigns.