Job Description
COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER - GRAPHIC DESIGN, VIDEOGRAPHY & PHOTOGRAPHY
WV Kenya
ABOUT THE ROLE
Join WV Kenya's Communications and Public Engagement team as a Communications Officer specializing in graphic design, videography and photography. In this fixed-term local position, you'll deliver compelling multimedia content that drives our mission across Kenya's 33 counties of operation. Your work will amplify our impact through visually engaging materials for programme documentation, donor reporting, stakeholder engagement and public awareness campaigns, all aligned with our FY26-30 strategy and brand standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Graphic Design
Create compelling visual materials including capacity statements, county and programme profiles, project briefs, annual reports, strategy summaries and presentation templates using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop. Transform programme data and evidence into clear, compelling infographics and data visualizations in collaboration with content developers and programme teams. Produce print-ready files meeting all technical specifications and optimize digital assets for events, fundraising initiatives and public engagement campaigns. Develop and maintain branded templates across PowerPoint, Word and Canva to ensure consistent, efficient production of recurring materials. Uphold World Vision Kenya and World Vision International brand guidelines across all design work.
Videography and Video Production
Plan, shoot and edit high-quality videos for programme documentation, donor reporting, events, campaigns and Vision Pulse using Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects or DaVinci Resolve. Deliver polished finished films with captions, licensed music, colour grading and clean audio mixes optimized for YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and X. Conduct field shoots across Kenya's 33 counties while maintaining rigorous child safeguarding and consent standards. Organize and archive footage according to WV Kenya records management protocols.
Photography
Capture professional-quality photographs during field visits, events, donor engagements and emergency response operations while adhering to child safeguarding and consent requirements. Edit and colour-correct images in Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop for both print and digital applications. Maintain a well-organized photo library with comprehensive captions, metadata and tagging to enable efficient retrieval by the Communications team.
Additional Responsibilities
Participate actively in creative planning sessions with the Communications and Public Engagement team. Deliver all assigned projects on schedule and to quality standards. Attend daily and weekly chapel and devotional meetings as part of organizational culture. Perform additional duties as assigned by your supervisor.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Professional Experience
Minimum three years of professional experience in graphic design with demonstrated expertise in videography and photography. A portfolio demonstrating print and digital design work including reports, profiles, infographics and social media content, plus edited video and photography samples. Advanced proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop. Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects or DaVinci Resolve for video editing and motion graphics. Proficiency in Adobe Lightroom for photo editing and Canva for template creation. Practical knowledge of DSLR or mirrorless camera operation, lenses, lighting and audio recording equipment. Clear understanding of brand guidelines and child safeguarding principles in visual content creation.
Education
Bachelor degree in Graphic Design, Multimedia, Film Production, Communications or a related discipline.
Note: Shortlisted candidates will complete a practical design and editing assessment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Motion graphics and animation skills using Adobe After Effects. Drone videography and photography with valid KCAA license. Familiarity with Figma or Adobe Express for rapid digital layouts. Strong creative vision with meticulous attention to detail and ability to execute briefs under tight deadlines. Capability to work both independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, with willingness to travel across Kenya.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Position based in Nairobi with domestic travel requirements up to 30% of the time across Kenya's regions. Office-based work with regular field travel as needed for content capture and documentation.
ABOUT WV KENYA
With 75 years of humanitarian experience, WV Kenya is part of a global Christian organization dedicated to helping the world's most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We operate across nearly 100 countries with over 31,000 staff members committed to transforming children's life stories and creating lasting change in the communities we serve.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
WV Kenya participates in the Inter-Agency Scheme for the Disclosure of Safeguarding-related Misconduct and conducts appropriate screening of all candidates. We do not solicit payment for any aspect of our recruitment process including shortlisting, interviews, background checks or medical examinations. WV Kenya bears no responsibility for fraudulent recruitment communications or