Senior Communications Officer
Location | Nairobi, Kenya |
Date Posted | August 6, 2021 |
Category |
Communication
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Job Type |
Full-time
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Currency | KES |
Description
Reference No KUCCPS 055/21
Job Grade V
Report To Manager, Corporate Communication
Job Purpose
The job holder Participate in the production of appropriate communication and dissemination strategies;
Job Responsibilities
- Participating in the production of appropriate communication and dissemination strategies;
- Establishing and maintaining regular contact with media practitioners with a view to enhancing goodwill and positive coverage for the placement service;
- Planning and executing the placement service’s participation in key corporate events;
- Recording and developing photographic images of the placement service’s activities;
- Developing web content and updating the website;
- Preparing and producing reports and other publications;
- Undertaking media assignments including reserving advertising space with appropriate media outlets and organizing for press conferences;
- Developing corporate brand identity manual and ensuring conformity to it; and
- Identifying and recommending branding and publicity opportunities for the placement service.
Minimum Job Qualification
- Have a minimum of five (5) years relevant work experience in the Public Service or in the Private Sector.
- Have a Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following: – Journalism, Mass Communications, Public Relations or other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
- Be proficient in computer applications including knowledge in desktop publishing.
- Professional qualification and membership to a professional body where applicable
- Have a certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
- Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution; and
- Show merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.