Organisational Background The Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) is a leading business membership organisation that represents more than 1,000 manufacturing and value-added companies across Kenya. The Association serves as a key voice for the manufacturing sector, advancing policy advocacy, competitiveness, industrial growth and value chain development. To strengthen its communication, public engagement and digital presence, KAM seeks to recruit a highly skilled Digital Communications and Marketing Officer to join its Corporate Marketing and Membership Department. Position Overview The Digital Communications and Marketing Officer will be responsible for managing and enhancing KAM’s digital communication landscape. The role involves curating, designing, developing and implementing comprehensive digital communication and marketing strategies. The Officer will support KAM’s brand visibility, membership engagement and thought leadership by ensuring that its digital platforms are informative, dynamic and impactful. Key Responsibilities Social Media Management The Officer will lead content creation and publishing across major digital platforms including Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube and TikTok. Responsibilities include developing and executing a strategic social media plan that increases engagement, enhances reach and supports member acquisition. The Officer will track social media analytics to assess performance and inform improvements. Digital Marketing The role includes the development and execution of digital marketing campaigns across social media, email and search engine optimisation channels. The Officer will design and curate email newsletters, coordinate online advertising initiatives and collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure cohesive and results-driven digital outreach. Podcast and Video Production The Officer will produce high-quality video and podcast content, including recording, editing and publishing episodes for KAM’s YouTube and podcast platforms. This responsibility involves developing strategies to grow viewership and audience engagement, as well as collaborating with experts, speakers and thought leaders to generate compelling digital conversations. Photography and Visual Documentation The role requires leading photographic coverage of stakeholder engagements, events and activities. The Officer will capture high-quality images, edit and caption them appropriately, and ensure their effective utilisation in digital and marketing communications. Content Development and Management The Officer will produce informative and engaging communication materials, including blog posts, videos, social media posts and campaign content. Working with internal departments, the Officer will help conceptualise and execute coordinated communication initiatives that support organisational goals. Analytics and Reporting The Officer will analyse metrics across digital platforms, generate periodic reports and provide actionable insights to guide decision-making. This function includes evaluating the impact of digital marketing initiatives and recommending data-driven adjustments. Collaboration and Stakeholder Coordination The role requires close collaboration with internal teams to support digital campaign planning and implementation. The Officer will also coordinate joint publicity campaigns with communications teams from partner organisations and manage relationships with external digital communication agencies. Required Qualifications Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Marketing, Journalism, Digital Marketing or a related field. A minimum of four years’ experience in a similar role is required. Preferred Skills and Attributes Demonstrated experience in podcast production or hosting Experience in current affairs or news reporting Strong community engagement abilities Proven digital content production and publishing skills Proactive and effective communication skills Strong supplier and agency management capabilities Evidence of progressive digital engagement growth Terms of Employment This is a permanent position based in Nairobi. The Officer will report directly to the Marketing Manager within the Corporate Marketing and Membership Department. Application Procedure Interested and qualified candidates should complete the online application form provided by the Association. Applicants must submit a CV and Cover Letter in PDF format, labelled with their first and last name (e.g., Peter Steve CV or Joy Steve Cover Letter). Documents should be sent to hr@kam.co.ke with the subject line “Digital Communications & Marketing Officer.” A portfolio of relevant work must also be included. The deadline for applications is 14 December 2025. DOWNLOAD THE CALL FOR APPLICATION HERE For more opportunities such as these please follow us on Facebook, Instagram , WhatsApp, Twitter, LinkedIn and Telegram Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the hiring organization. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.