Principal Public Communications Officer

at Kericho County
Location Kericho County, Kenya
Date Posted January 30, 2021
Category Communication
Job Type Full-time
Currency KES

Description

VISION A prosperous county in economic, social and political development with residents enjoying high quality of life. MISSION To foster equitable and sustained socio-economic development through effective and efficient mobilization and utilization of available resources. ADMINISTRATIVE UNITS The county is composed of six Constituencies, 15 administrative divisions namely: Ainamoi,Belgut, Kabianga, Bureti, Roret, Cheborge, Sigowet and Soin. Other Admibnistrative Divisions are: Kunyak, Chilchila, Kamasian, Kipkelion, Londiani, Sorget and Chepseon. These are further su-devided into 85 locations that are further sub-divided into 209 sub-locations. It covers an area of2,479 sq. km.

JOB GROUP ‘N’ (2 POSTS)

Duties and Responsibilities;

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

  • Gathering information on programmes, significant events in a specific sectoral area and the impact on customers, and forwarding the same to the head of Public Communications Unit for dissemination;
  • Assisting in the development of communications and media strategy;
  • Editing stories on various topical issues before they are released to the public and liaising with media practitioners and the public on issues of mutual concern.
  • Scheduling interviews with Government officials and other stakeholders;
  • Managing assigned projects/programmes, and organizing events under the guidance of the Head of the Public Communications Unit.

Qualifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication, Public Relations, Communications Studies, Journalism or any other approved equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
  • Have served in the grade of Senior Public Communications Officer or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years;
  • Have a clear understanding of the working of the media and the socio-political environment in Kenya;
  • Possess good oral and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili;
  • Possess advanced computer application skills;
  • Attended a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks; and
  • Have demonstrated professional and managerial competence as reflected in work performance and results.

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable

Remuneration: As per Salaries and Remuneration Commission guidelines

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