About inABLE

inABLE is a not-for-profit organization based in Nairobi, Kenya and Washington, D.C., with a mission to empower African youth with disabilities through assistive technology and digital accessibility. inABLE achieves its mission by establishing various programs and collaborating with local, regional, and international partners. Through these strategic partnerships, inABLE has achieved remarkable success in empowering African youth with disabilities to use technology as a tool for education, employment, and independence.

Job Summary

We are looking for a Communications Assistant to support inABLE’s digital and content strategy. This role focuses on social media management, website content updates, and content creation (including blogs and impact stories) to enhance inABLE’s visibility and engagement with stakeholders. The ideal candidate is a strong writer, creative thinker, and digitally savvy professional who is passionate about disability inclusion and digital accessibility.

Key Responsibilities

Social Media Management

• Develop and implement social media content plans across platforms (X, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok etc).
• Track social media analytics and report on performance
• Create engaging posts, graphics, and videos that highlight inABLE’s impact and programs.
• Monitor trends, engage with audiences, and grow inABLE’s online community.

Website Management

• Regularly update the inABLE website with new content, including blogs, success stories, press releases, and event updates.
• Ensure website content is optimized for readability and accessibility.
• Work with web developers to troubleshoot issues and improve site performance.

Content Creation

• Write compelling blogs, impact stories, and articles that highlight inABLE’s work and the people we serve.
• Assist in developing reports, newsletters, and press releases.
• Conduct interviews with program beneficiaries and stakeholders to craft human-centered stories.

General Communications Support

• Support the execution of communication campaigns and events.
• Assist in creating promotional materials, fact sheets, and presentations.
• Maintain and update communication assets, including photos and videos.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in social media management, content writing, or digital communications.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strong writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to craft engaging narratives.
• Experience with social media scheduling tools (e.g., Hootsuite) and analytics tracking.
• Working knowledge of WordPress for website updates.
• Working knowledge of graphic design and video editing tools (e.g., Canva, Cap Cut, etc)
• Knowledge or experience in digital accessibility and assistive technology is an added advantage.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.

Job Application Guidelines:

inABLE is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. inABLE makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs at the time.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter or written application (including expected salary) and a CV to careers@inable.org by March 24th, 2026

Interviews will be done on a rolling basis.