Multimedia & Design Specialist at Aga Khan University Hospital

Job Summary

Are you a creative visionary with a passion for storytelling through multimedia? Aga Khan University (AKU) is looking for a Specialist in Multimedia and Design to join our dynamic team in Kenya. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on crafting compelling narratives through video, photography, audio, and graphics.

As the Specialist in Multimedia and Design, you will be at the heart of our content creation efforts, producing high-quality, engaging multimedia content that tells the story of AKU’s impact. You will use your keen understanding of communications best practices and emerging trends to develop content that supports AKU’s priorities, global communications strategy, and social impact initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and produce (film, edit, publish) compelling, relevant video content to enhance and grow AKU's digital presence.
• Develop an annual video production plan aligned with the organization's priorities.
• Support and mentor entity communicators in creating high-quality digital content.
• Manage the collection, curation, cataloguing, and retrieval of digital assets.
• Regularly contribute to AKU’s social media channels and update digital platforms.
• Collaborate with global and academic entity communicators to identify and share impactful stories.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, graphic design or equivalent from a recognized university, required.
• 3-5 years’ relevant experience in journalism, communications, advertising/marketing, public relations or related field, required.
• Experience with storytelling for digital and social platforms, required.
• Strong knowledge and experience with editing software such as the Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, required.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, required.
• Link to a strong portfolio demonstrating a range of video projects and styles, required.
• Experience in an academic or complex work environment, an asset.
• Experience in graphic design and audio-visual production is an added advantage.