Knowledge Management Officer and Communications Officer at Ministry of Agriculture & Livestock Development

Position Title: Knowledge Management Officer and Communications Officer
Duty Station: PCMU Eldoret
Reporting to: National Programme Coordinator
1. Job Purpose
The Knowledge Management Officer will work under the M&E Specialist and lead the
design and implementation of a robust knowledge management system to capture,
organize, and disseminate project insights, innovations, and lessons learned. The role will foster a culture of learning across INReMP stakeholders, facilitate knowledge exchange, and ensure that evidence and experiences inform policy, practice, and scale-up. The Officer will work closely with technical teams, implementing partners, and communication Officer to ensure strategic alignment and accessibility of knowledge products.
2. Key Responsibilities
A. Knowledge Management Systems and Learning
• Develop and operationalize a comprehensive knowledge management strategy
aligned with INReMP’s learning agenda.
• Organize learning events, workshops, and peer-to-peer exchanges to promote
cross-component learning.
• Train project staff, county teams, and partners on knowledge management
principles, tools, and documentation techniques.
B. Documentation and Communication
• Develop and implement a comprehensive INReMP communication and visibility
strategy.
• Document success stories, case studies, indigenous knowledge, and technical
innovations from field implementation while ensuring inclusive representation of
youth, women, and marginalized groups in communication outputs.
• Maintain a centralized and user-friendly repository of project reports, studies,
tools, and other knowledge assets.
• Develop and disseminate knowledge products including policy briefs, press
releases, newsletters, technical notes, brochures and multimedia content
• Manage project communication platforms (e.g., website, social media) in
collaboration with communication specialists.
• Support communities in capturing and preserving indigenous knowledge relevant
to natural resource management.
• Manage programme branding in line with IFAD and Ministry guidelines.
• Coordinate media engagements, interviews, and press briefings.

C. Evidence-Based Planning and Decision-Making
• Liaise with technical teams to identify knowledge gaps, learning needs, and
opportunities for documentation.
• Monitor communication impact and adjust strategies based on feedback and
analytics.
D. Partnerships and Knowledge Networks
• Develop and promote user-friendly knowledge sharing platforms and feedback
mechanisms.
• Establish partnerships with other projects, institutions, and networks to facilitate
knowledge exchange and joint learning.
• Represent INReMP in national and regional knowledge management forums,
communities of practice, and learning alliances.
E. Other Duties
• Undertake any other duties assigned by the NPC.
3. Academic Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Knowledge Management, Development
Studies, Journalism, Public Relations or any other related field from a
recognized institution.
• Postgraduate qualification in Knowledge Management, Organizational
Learning, or related discipline is an asset.
4. Applicable Professional Experience
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in knowledge management,
documentation, development communication, and learning within GoK/donorfunded programmes
• Proven experience in synthesizing and disseminating development lessons,
preferably in natural resource management or rural development contexts.
• Familiarity with GoK/donor-funded project environments and multi-stakeholder
coordination.
5. Competencies and Skills
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills across diverse formats and
audiences.
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills for learning events and stakeholder
engagement.
• Strong understanding of inclusive communication and rural development contexts.
• Proven skills in content creation preferably using social media, media relations,
and digital storytelling.
• Proficiency in knowledge management software, digital platforms, graphic design,
photography, video editing tools and collaborative tools is an asset.
• Ability to synthesize complex technical information into accessible and actionable
formats.
• Creative mindset with attention to detail.
• Excellent writing and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili. Knowledge of local languages in the Programme counties is an asset.

1. Access the National Employment Authority’s Integrated Management System (NEAIMS) through www.neaims.go.ke
2. Sign up as a Jobseeker/Intern (if not already signed up).
3. Login and capture your CV/Profile comprehensively.
4. Submit your registration in the portal.
5. Apply for the position(s) of interest as advertised.
6. Frequently check on the status of your application and wait for shortlisting to be done.

Note: Manual/paper applications will not be accepted.

Documents Required (for shortlisted candidates)

• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Copies of National ID, academic and professional certificates
• Supporting documents and testimonials
• Letter of recommendation from the current or recent Supervisor (Optional)

Successful candidates will also be required to submit documents in compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution (2010).

Important Notes

• All appointments are on performance-based contract terms and are subject to an IFAD No Objection.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development is an equal opportunity employer.
• Applications from women, youth, and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.