Visual Storytelling Communications Consultant

About the role

SNV Kenya is seeking a Visual Storytelling Communications Consultant for the Investing in Young Businesses in Africa (IYBA) SEED project, implemented with GIZ and SAIDC under the Team Europe Initiative. The consultant supports the project's communications and visibility function, working closely with the Project Manager to create compelling content, produce quality visibility materials and document field activities through photography, videography and storytelling. The initial contract is 12 months, subject to donor funding, with possible extension.

Key responsibilities

• Draft and edit articles, blogs, success stories and human-interest pieces, and develop project briefs and quarterly project updates for newsletters and reports.
• Develop content for SNV media campaigns such as International Youth Day and International Women's Day.
• Capture high-quality photos and short videos of field activities and beneficiary testimonies, and support short video documentaries, event recaps and social media reels.
• Accompany the project team on county-level activities, conduct interviews and gather field stories.
• Draft speaking notes, press releases and media briefings, and assist with social media posts and digital content.
• Support layout and design of posters, brochures and social media cards, and of knowledge products and policy briefs.
• Support event preparation and monitoring and evaluation data entry in the IYBA SIA system.
• Maintain a photo and video archive, prepare monthly communication highlights and updates, and keep the stakeholder contact database up to date.
• Act as a backstopping consultant for knowledge dissemination and coordinate with the global communications focal point.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in film production, communications, journalism, media studies, public relations or a related field; proof of video editing and scripting training is required if no degree is available.
• At least two years of experience in communications, content creation or digital media.
• Experience in development or donor-funded projects is an added advantage.
• Strong storytelling and writing skills, ability to travel frequently and work in rural areas with minimal supervision.

Required skills

• Photography, videography and editing (Adobe Premiere Pro, Canva, CapCut).
• Video editing and scripting.

The consultant reports to the Global & Country (Kenya) Communication Marketing Officer and travels to counties such as Kisumu, Eldoret and Nakuru. Applications with CV and cover letter are submitted through the online application link or by email, and the role closes on Friday, 20 November 2026 at 5pm.