Verde Edge Consulting Ltd is a new-age executive HR consulting company based in Nairobi-Kenya, running operations throughout the republic. We strive to work with our clients through partnerships and to provide unique workable and value-adding HR solutions to address their existing & emerging needs. We are dedicated to revolutionizing HR practice in the new age by developing long-term strategic partnerships with our clients.
Verde Edge consulting Ltd is recruiting a PUBLIC RELATIONS & CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER on behalf of our client. Our client, a global Christian NGO is a grant-making foundation based in Europe. They receive donations from individuals and entities all over the world, process and send grants to charities in many parts of the world.
Job Description
Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Public Relations & Corporate Communications professional to lead and strengthen its global communications, media relations, reputation management and corporate communications function.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Developing and implementing the organisation’s Public Relations, Earned Media and Corporate Communications Strategy.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with journalists, editors, media outlets, podcast hosts and other key influencers.
- Managing media enquiries, interviews, press releases, media statements, pitches and thought-leadership opportunities.
- Preparing executives for interviews, speaking engagements and major announcements, including speeches, talking points and briefing materials.
- Developing clear and consistent messaging for major initiatives, partnerships, products, reports and organisational developments.
- Leading reputation monitoring and management, identifying emerging risks and opportunities and advising senior leadership.
- Developing and coordinating crisis communications plans, response protocols, stakeholder messaging and crisis preparedness exercises.
- Managing internal communications to ensure employees remain informed, aligned and connected to organisational priorities.
- Coordinating communications with Network Members, Strategic Partners and affiliated organisations.
- Establishing communication metrics, dashboards and regular reports to measure visibility, credibility, reputation and strategic impact.
- Managing relationships and performance of external PR agencies and communications partners.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing or a related field.
- At least 5 years’ relevant experience in public relations, corporate communications, media relations or journalism.
- Demonstrated experience leading communications initiatives across multiple countries, regions or global markets.
- Exceptional writing, editing, storytelling and executive communication skills.
- Strong experience in media relations, reputation management, crisis and issues communications.
- Proven ability to develop compelling media stories and secure meaningful earned media opportunities.
- Excellent strategic thinking, stakeholder management, project management and relationship-building skills.
- Sound judgement, discretion, initiative and the ability to work independently in a dynamic global environment.
- Experience in philanthropy, nonprofit services, financial services, fintech, impact investing or international development will be an added advantage.
- Familiarity with PR and media monitoring platforms such as Cision, Meltwater, Muck Rack or similar tools is desirable.
Work Environment
- Regular workdays run from roughly 1400–2200 (EAT) to overlap with European and US Eastern Time work hours.
- Willingness to work more than 8 hours per day as needed during peak periods.
If you meet the requirements and are motivated by this opportunity, apply using the link below:
Visit www.verde-edge.com to apply by 1st September 2026, 5:00 PM.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field
- At least 5 years of relevant experience in public relations, corporate communications, media relations, or journalism
- Experience leading communications initiatives across multiple countries, regions, or global markets
- Exceptional writing, editing, storytelling, and executive communication skills
- Strong experience in media relations, reputation management, crisis communications, and issues communications
- Ability to develop compelling media stories and secure earned media opportunities
- Strategic thinking, stakeholder management, project management, and relationship-building skills
- Sound judgment, discretion, initiative, and ability to work independently in a dynamic global environment
- Experience in philanthropy, nonprofit services, financial services, fintech, impact investing, or international development
- Familiarity with Cision, Meltwater, Muck Rack, or similar PR and media monitoring platforms
- Willingness to work approximately 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM EAT and more than 8 hours during peak periods
What We Do
Verde Edge Consulting Ltd is a Nairobi-based consulting firm specializing in Human Capital Management and essential business services across Kenya and the wider East Africa region. It develops long-term client partnerships and provides tailored, practical, value-adding solutions, including HR outsourcing and consulting, cleaning services, and property management. Its stated mission is to deliver innovative, cost-effective, and efficient human-resource and business-service support.
