Campaign Assistant – Communication Innovation and Information Management Department

Job Title: CIIM Campaigns Assistant

Department/Programme: Communication Innovation and Information Management

Line Manager: Communications Officer

Duty Station: Nairobi, with occasional travel to field activities

Contract Duration: 2years (with possibility of renewal based on performance)

JOB PURPOSE

This role aims to strengthen TISA's communications functions by assisting with communications work, digital content creation, podcast production, social media engagement, and visual storytelling across all programs, including, but not limited to, the Okoa Uchumi campaign. TISA supports various programmatic pillars; communications is a key cross-cutting area that supports all program teams in achieving their advocacy, documentation, and community engagement goals. The assistant will contribute to amplifying citizen voices, simplifying complex policy issues, producing podcasts and multimedia/written content, and enhancing public engagement with TISA's work.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Communication Support

• Assist in developing the planning and execution of grassroots, national and international advocacy campaigns aligned with TISA's objectives.

• Develop targeted communication plans, message briefs and campaign toolkits for specific campaigns.

• Track and report on performance of various campaigns using various matrices.

• Support the production and dissemination of simplified educational content (videos, posters, and infographics).

• Edit and format TISA's communication materials including; newsletters, reports, success stories and press releases.

• Contribute to planning and executing communication strategies for TISA's advocacy campaigns.

• Assist in producing podcasts, including research, scripting, recording, editing, and publishing episodes.

• Ensure all communication is factual, ethical and adheres to the brand identity and specification. Assist in aligning communication to policy, diverse audience and donor and collation partners standards

Content creation

• Design high-quality and engaging visuals for social media, reports, event promotion, and campaigns.

• Film and edit short videos, reels for digital platforms, especially for interviews and explainers for reports and events.

• Maintain a multimedia content library that supports TISA's storytelling and advocacy.

• Social Media & Community Engagement

• Draft, schedule and post content across all TISA social media handles and related TISA led campaign handles

• Support content scheduling and publishing on platforms such as X (Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

• Monitor follower interactions, respond to comments/messages, and encourage online dialogue.

• Collaborate with program teams to promote events, publications, initiatives, and podcast episodes.

• Monitor media and social media chatter relevant to TISA's works and flag emerging opportunities and reputational risks.

• Generate monthly communication, track performance reports, analysing reach, engagement and content effectiveness.

• Stay up to date on emerging trends in digital communications, social media, and podcasting.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Media Studies, or a related field.

• At least 2 years' experience in campaigns, digital content creation or communication.

• Experience in communications, digital content creation, social media management, and podcast production.

• Strong writing skills with a flair for storytelling and simplifying complex issues.

• Proficiency in video and audio editing tools such as Adobe Premiere, CapCut, Canva, or similar.

• Strong graphic design skills using Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) or Canva.

• Familiarity with social media analytics tools (Meta Insights, Google Analytics, Excel)

• Understanding of public policy, governance, or development issues is an added advantage.

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and teamwork skills. Key Competencies

• Storyteller: Turns ideas into engaging content.

• Podcasts & Videos: Can record, edit, and produce content.

• Social media: Posts, engages, and tracks performance.

• Organized & Reliable: Keeps deadlines and content on point.

• Team Player & Learner: Easy-going and quick to pick up new skills. TISA is an equal opportunity employer. TISA is also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers, and partners to share this commitment.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit a single document containing a cover letter and their resume, along with at least three professional referees, via email to
Please include the reference:
"CIIM Campaigns Assistant"
as the subject of the email application.
Applications close on 20th January 2026.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.