Science Communications Officer

The Science for Africa Foundation (SFA Foundation) is seeking a Science Communications Officer to join its Science Communication Department in Nairobi, Kenya. The position reports to the Science Communication Manager and will play a key role in amplifying Africa-led scientific innovations through impactful communication strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communication plans and annual work plans aligned with the initiative’s goals.
• Package and disseminate evidence and outcomes from grantee cohorts and projects across digital and offline platforms.
• Craft compelling content, including case studies, blogs, thought leadership pieces, and impact stories, to highlight Africa-led science.
• Coordinate and support a network of communication professionals across cohorts to ensure consistent messaging.
• Manage communication aspects of events, workshops, and conferences, and maintain an annual events calendar.
• Support advocacy strategies to raise the profile of Grand Challenges (GC) Africa and engage funders, policymakers, and the scientific community.
• Contribute to funder engagement by preparing communication materials and editorial content for reports.
• Champion science communication as a core component of research projects and contribute to knowledge sharing across the field.
• Manage communication budgets and resources efficiently.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field; a degree in science communication is highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science field (biomedical, biosciences, or health research).
• Minimum 3–5 years of professional experience in communications, preferably within science, research, academia, or non-profit sectors.
• Strong experience translating complex scientific concepts into accessible content for diverse audiences.
• Excellent writing and storytelling skills; ability to produce content for web, social media, and print. Written proficiency in French or other African Union languages is an asset.
• Proficiency in digital communication tools, including social media management, CMS, and multimedia production.

Deadline: 2 September 2025

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