Project Specialist

Project Specialist

CHORD Music Group

Job descriptions & requirements
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.