Project Specialist

Project Specialist

Company: CHORD Music Group

Location: Kiambu, Kenya

Work arrangement: Full time, On site

Employment type: Full time

Salary: KSh 35,000–45,000 per month

Application deadline: Open until a suitable candidate is selected

About CHORD Music Group

CHORD Music Group, founded in 2024, is a creative music and media organization focused on discovering, developing, and showcasing artists across multiple platforms.

Through initiatives including CHORD SHOW, CHORD Poetry, CHORD Publishing, and CHORD Music Charts, CHORD provides performance, production, publishing, and promotional opportunities for emerging and established talent.

The organization uses digital platforms to connect artists, audiences, and cultural communities while emphasizing high quality creative output and creating opportunities for diverse voices in music and the arts.

About this role

CHORD Music Group is looking for a Project Specialist to coordinate and support projects across the organization's music, media, publishing, and promotional initiatives.

This is a hands on role for an organized and proactive individual who can keep projects moving, communicate effectively with different stakeholders, and work comfortably in a creative and fast paced environment.

The Project Specialist will work closely with artists, production teams, marketing, sales, management, and external partners to ensure projects are delivered on schedule and within the agreed scope.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and track project timelines and deliverables.
• Organize project resources, tasks, documentation, and schedules.
• Coordinate communication between artists, internal teams, clients, and external partners.
• Provide regular project updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Assist with project reporting and performance tracking.
• Respond to and coordinate basic artist, customer, and partner inquiries.
• Support live shows, publishing activities, digital releases, and promotional campaigns.
• Work with production, marketing, and sales teams to coordinate project requirements.
• Monitor deadlines and follow up on outstanding tasks.
• Identify workflow challenges and suggest practical improvements.
• Contribute creative ideas that can improve the artist and audience experience.
• Maintain accurate project records and ensure important information is properly documented.

Qualifications and Skills

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Good project coordination and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with artists, creative teams, and external stakeholders.
• Basic understanding of sales, marketing, or audience engagement.
• Attention to detail and accountability.
• Proficiency with basic office, communication, and project management software.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a team.

A diploma or degree in Project Management, Business, Communications, Mass Communication, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.

Previous experience in the creative, media, music, entertainment, events, or related industries is an advantage but is not strictly required. Candidates who can demonstrate relevant practical experience, strong organizational ability, and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.

Prior knowledge of CHORD Music Group is also considered part of the qualification for this position. Applicants are encouraged to familiarize themselves with CHORD Music Group, its work, projects, and digital presence before applying. Following and engaging with CHORD's official social media platforms and understanding the organization's flagship CHORD SHOW will be considered during the application and evaluation process.

Applicants can find CHORD Music Group on:

• Facebook: CHORD Music Group
• LinkedIn: CHORD Music Group
• Instagram: CHORD Music Group
• YouTube: CHORD Music Group
• YouTube Flagship show: CHORD SHOW

Compensation

The salary for this position is KSh 35,000–45,000 per month.

The final salary within this range will depend on the candidate's relevant experience, demonstrated skills, qualifications, and responsibilities assigned to the position.

Any applicable salary review or adjustment will be communicated in accordance with CHORD Music Group's employment terms.

What CHORD Offers

CHORD Music Group provides an opportunity to work directly within Kenya's growing music and creative media ecosystem.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Work on real music, media, publishing, live performance, and digital projects.
• Collaborate with artists, creatives, production teams, partners, and audiences.
• Gain practical experience across multiple areas of the creative industry.
• Contribute ideas and participate in improving how CHORD delivers projects and experiences.
• Develop professional relationships within the music, media, and entertainment sectors.
• Take on meaningful responsibility within a growing creative organization.

Any additional employment benefits or allowances applicable to the position will be communicated clearly to the successful candidate as part of the employment offer.

Working Arrangement, Hours & Availability

This is a full time, on site position based in Kiambu, Kenya.

The standard working schedule will be Monday to Friday, during normal business hours, with the specific daily reporting and closing times communicated to the successful candidate.

Because CHORD Music Group operates in the music, media, and live entertainment space, the Project Specialist may occasionally be required to work outside standard business hours, including evenings, weekends, or public holidays, when required for live shows, events, releases, campaigns, meetings, or other time sensitive projects.

Applicants should therefore be comfortable with reasonable flexibility in their availability when project requirements call for it. Any such requirements will be communicated as early as reasonably possible.

The successful candidate is expected to be punctual, responsive during working hours, and available to coordinate with artists, partners, and internal teams when actively managing a project.

Hiring Process

CHORD Music Group aims to maintain a straightforward and transparent recruitment process.

Depending on the number of applications and the requirements of the role, the process may include:

1. Application review

Applications are reviewed against the requirements of the position.

2. Shortlisting

Candidates whose experience and skills align with the role may be shortlisted.

3. Interview

Shortlisted candidates may participate in an interview with the relevant CHORD Music Group team.

4. Practical assessment

Where appropriate, candidates may be asked to complete a short practical task related to project coordination, communication, organization, or problem solving.

5. Final evaluation

CHORD Music Group will evaluate shortlisted candidates based on their qualifications, demonstrated skills, relevant experience, communication, and ability to perform the responsibilities of the position.

6. Offer and onboarding

The selected candidate will receive an employment offer containing the applicable compensation, employment terms, and start date.

Candidates will be informed when they progress to the next stage. Due to the volume of applications, CHORD Music Group may not be able to provide individual feedback to every unsuccessful applicant.

Application Deadline

This position is open until a suitable candidate is selected.

CHORD Music Group may review applications and conduct interviews on a rolling basis, meaning candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible. The vacancy may be closed without further notice once the position has been filled.

Applicant Privacy

CHORD Music Group respects the privacy of individuals who apply for employment.

Information submitted during the recruitment process, including CVs, contact information, qualifications, employment history, portfolios, and other application materials, will be used primarily for recruitment and selection purposes.

Access to applicant information will be limited to individuals involved in the recruitment and hiring process and others who require the information for legitimate recruitment purposes.

CHORD Music Group will take reasonable steps to protect applicant information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or loss.

Applicant information will not be publicly published or sold to third parties.

Where an applicant is not selected, their information may be retained for a limited period for legitimate recruitment and record keeping purposes or to consider the applicant for relevant future opportunities, subject to applicable privacy requirements.

Applicants may contact CHORD Music Group regarding questions about the information they have submitted or to request correction of inaccurate information.

Equal Opportunity

CHORD Music Group considers applicants based on qualifications, relevant skills, experience, demonstrated ability, and the requirements of the position.

We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives who are interested in contributing to the music, media, and creative industries.

How To Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• An updated CV.
• A brief cover letter explaining their interest in the Project Specialist position.
• Relevant portfolio, work samples, or supporting materials where applicable.

Application email: chordmusicgroup@gmail.com

Please use "Project Specialist Application" as the subject of your email.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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