Visual Storytelling Communications ConsultantNew!

• The objective of this assignment is to support the delivery of high-quality communications products that increase visibility, document project activities, and promote engagement among stakeholders, partners, people we work with, and the public. The consultant will contribute to content creation, media development, and communication planning in line with SNV and donor branding and communication requirements.
• Under the direct supervision of the Global & Country (Kenya) Communication Marketing Officer, and working closely with the IYBA-SEED Project Manager and the SNV Project Management Unit (PMU), the consultant will ensure that communication, visibility and knowledge dissemination activities are aligned with project priorities, implementation plans, reporting requirements and established communication protocols. The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:
• Draft and edit articles, blogs, success stories, and human-interest pieces.
• Develop project briefs and updates for newsletters and reports.
• Develop quarterly IYBA-SEED project updates for SNV Kenya newsletter
• Support development of content for SNV media campaigns such as International Youth Day, International Women’s Day, and other strategic communications campaigns.
• Capture high-quality photographs and short videos of field activities and beneficiary testimonies.
• Support production of short video documentaries, event recaps, and reels for social media.
• Accompany the project team during county-level activities to document events and collect multimedia content.
• Conduct interviews and gather field stories from stakeholders and beneficiaries.
• Drafting speaking notes, press releases and media briefings
• Assist with managing project visibility across social media and digital platforms.
• Draft posts and visual content aligned to SNV/IYBA SEED branding guidelines.
• Support layout and basic design of visibility materials such as posters, brochures, and social media cards using Canva or Adobe tools.

Qualifications and Experience

• Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in film production, Communications, Journalism, Media Studies, Public Relations or related field.
• Proof of training in video editing and scripting is required where a degree is not available
• Demonstrated skills in photography, videography, and editing (Adobe Premiere Pro, Canva, CapCut, etc.).
• Evidence and/or links to work done should be shared as an attachment to the CV.
• At least two years or more experience in communications, content creation, or digital media.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong storytelling and writing skills
• Photography, videography and editing using Adobe Premiere Pro, Canva or CapCut
• Ability to travel frequently and work in rural areas with minimal supervision
• Content creation and media production