Summary
Date Posted: Monday, May 02, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Communication and Public Relations Officer
Ref. CPRO-001/2022
Job Summary:
The role entails responsibility for implementation of the Public Relations and communication strategy in pursuit of the achievement of the mandate and vision of the Institute to promote high ideals of the corporate image and the KISM brand through service protocols to members of the public and other stakeholders

Key Duties And Responsibilities
• Communication and Public Relations
• Facilitate the development of a comprehensive corporate communications and PR Strategy
• Develop work plan for the implementation of the strategy
• Monitor the implementation of the communications and PR strategy
• Put together a content development plan
• Provide advice on how to engage mainstream media houses and establish collaboration
• Assist in the development of journalist / reporters’ database
• Provide advice in conceptualizing media events and ensuring coverage of events by the media
• Coordinate the Institute’s events, including press conferences and media briefings
• Facilitate a media skills training for key organization staff
• Provide input on revamping of the Institute’s website
• Edit, update, and manage the institute’s website and social media platforms ensuring that the content is factual, timely and a correct representation of the Institute.
• Provide advice on improving branding including assistance in developing a branding and style guide for KISM
• Develop content for print and electronic media tensure clear communication tstakeholders
• Track, analyse and report on media mentions and maintain all records of media coverage
• Provide requisite information to ensure accurate and timely responses to media and other key stakeholders.
• Ensure that the newsletter is produced on time and as per the Institute’s quality standards.
• Plan and coordinate activities towards successful delivery of excellence awards and recognition programs
• Provide feedback to enhance business processes and initiate process improvement to achieve operational excellence.
• Develop individual work plans, monitor own performance, and seek requisite support to ensure delivery of agreed targets. Social Media:
• Increase KISM’s presence in multiple social media channels ensuring that the presence is actively robust in engaging with the various relevant publics
• Generate a detailed social media strategy based on various communication strategies and activities work plan within KISM
• Develop a weekly social media engagement plan
• Advice and assist in the creation of relevant media assets for social media engagement such as photos and caption, short videos, info graphics etc.
• Continuous monitoring of updating of social media accounts
• Generating weekly and monthly reports on the accounts include number of persons reached, impressions and levels of engagement on various social media accounts
• Advising KISM on topical issues on social media requiring the Institute‘s attention

Qualification And Knowledge
• Bachelor’s Degree in Communication, Public Relations or any other related field
• Professional Certification in Communication, Public Relations or a related field;
• Member in good standing of a professional body, preferably PRSK, MSK.
• Knowledge of relevant computer packages.

Experience
• Six (6) Years of relevant working experience; 3 years of which should be in a supervisory role

Skills/Competence
• Ability to deliver results in a complex and dynamic environment.
• Interpersonal Communication, Client Relationships, Writing, Public Speaking, Creativity,
• Innovation, Excellent team player
• Ability to identify customer needs and deliver service excellence.
• Demonstrate knowledge on relevant legislation and applicable professional standards.
• High level of integrity and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and under strict timelines.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Knowledge of relevant media software.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• In addition to the professional qualifications, successful candidates will be required to meet the expectations of Chapter 6 on Leadership and Integrity and possess;
• Valid certificate of Good conduct
• Clearance certificate from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
• Certificate of compliance from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• A valid Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Tax Compliance clearance
• A valid certificate of clearance from the Credit Reference Bureau
• A relevant identification document
• Valid Membership Certificate from relevant Professional body

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 72

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
All Application letters indicating the role and reference number, together with Curriculum Vitae and relevant certificates should be sent online in PDF format addressed to the CEO KISM, vacancies@kism.or.ke to reach him not later than Thursday, 12th May 2022.
All applicants will also be required (MANDATORY) to submit a filed KISM Job Application Form (Google Form) in addition to sending the application letter and certifications. The template form (Google Form) can be accessed using the Link below:
KISM is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Interested and qualified? Go to Kenya Institute of Supplies Management on docs.google.com to apply

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