Communications/ Public Relations jobs at Mombasa County and other companies in Kenya

Assistant Director Public Communications

Requirements for appointment
• Relevant work experience of not less than five (5), three (3) of which must have been in middle management.
• Have a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University in Mass Communication, Public Relations, Information Science or any other equivalent qualification.
• An understanding of parliamentary process and a sensitivity to the public Communication and media relations needs of the County Assembly; and
• Demonstration of managerial, administrative, integrity as prescribed in Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• Demonstrate professional competence in work performance and results and exhibited a thorough understanding of national goals, policies and objectives;
• Proficiency in computer application

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1. Director, Communications And Strategy, (VDS 2)

(a) Job Description

The job holder is responsible for conceptualizing, planning, and overseeing implementation of Corporate Communication, Media and Public Relations activities, marketing strategies, policies, systems, and initiatives that translate into brand value enhancement, Institution’s visibility, and Reputational Risk Management.

The job holder is also responsible for spearheading the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Secretariat’s performance contracting and reporting, including the development, review and monitoring of the VDS Strategic Plan.

The Director, Communications and Strategy will be responsible to the Director General in carrying out the following roles: -

(a) Leading the conceptualization, formulation, designing, developing, implementing, managing, analyzing, and reviewing public relations and corporate communication strategies, policies, procedures and practices that promote Kenya Vision 2030 Flagship Programmes and Projects, locally and internationally.

(b) Designing, development, implementation and management of corporate strategy and operational plans geared towards attaining and sustaining a positive public image of the institution.

(c) Overseeing the management of media and other stakeholder engagement including interviews, and preparation of informative press briefs, press releases, newsletters, publications and branding/marketing materials to be disseminated to external and internal stakeholders to enhance accurate information dissemination to the public on all matters of concern to VDS.

(d) Creating awareness on the roles, goals, objectives, and activities of the Kenya Vision 2030
Projects and Programmes while spearheading all the institution’s media campaign activities in liaison with other Directorates to improve on VDS visibility.

(e) Devising and implementing measures to project, promote and protect the Secretariat’s corporate image and profile locally and internationally.

(f) Liaising with other Directorates and Divisions to develop or review various strategies to support programmes/projects under VDS and MTP.

(g) Designing, initiating, undertaking and supervising public relations and communication research to develop and execute sound corporate public relations and communication strategies and appropriate interventions for the VDS.

(h) Developing and implementing appropriate and strategic networks, collaboration, linkages and partnerships with the stakeholders nationally and internationally to support the VDS.

(i) Responsible for designing, producing, and disseminating information, education and communication (IEC) materials including other VDS’ publicity materials e.g documentaries, newsletters and brochures.

(j) Developing a strategic and people-centered communication strategy and spearhead the management of the relationship between the institution and external Brand and PR communication agencies assigned to the institution.

(k) Overseeing the management of the implementation of all artworks, production of branding or marketing materials and media campaigns to enhance brand affinity.

(l) Overseeing the development, production, and execution of all the VDS advertising strategies to enhance brand visibility and corporate identity.

(m) Overseeing the management of VDS annual events and exhibitions to promote and enhance stakeholder engagement forums and initiatives to publicize VDS activities.

(n) Overseeing compliance and adherence to the VDS’ Citizen Service Delivery Charter for efficient service delivery.

(o) Design and manage the VDS’ website’s content in liaison with ICT and develop and manage information resource centre for VDS content while ensuring that information on databases remain secure by instituting copyright measures as applicable.

(p) Develop, coordinate and implement VDS corporate social responsibility strategies.

(q) Working with the management and staff to recognize internal and external communication opportunities and solutions that define and execute appropriate strategies to support the VDS.

(r) Coordinate the preparation, vetting, signing and evaluation of the VDS Performance Contract.

(s) Spearhead the development, implementation and monitoring of the Secretariat’s Strategic Plan and identify challenges and emerging issues faced by the organization for further action.

(t) Overseeing the preparation and submission of all periodic and ad hoc reports for the Directorate geared towards sustaining high positive media tonality of the Secretariat and departmental reports for submission in the Senior Management and Board meetings for informed decision making.

(u) Inspiring and mentoring the department’s staff on career progression and personal growth to ascertain succession planning.


(b) Job Specifications

For appointment to this grade a candidate should possess:

(i) Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Mass Communication, Corporate Communication, Development Communication, Journalism, Media Studies, Public Relations, or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

(ii) Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Mass Communication, Corporate Communication, Development Communication, Journalism, Media Studies, Public Relations, or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

(iii) Must have served in the position of Deputy, Assistant or Senior Principal Public Relations and Communications Officer or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public or Private sector for a minimum period of (3) years OR at least fifteen [15] years relevant work experience required, seven [7] of which should be at senior managerial level.

(iv) Be a member of good standing in a recognized professional body such as Chartered Institute of Public Relations Society of Kenya or any other relevant professional body.

(v) Innovative thinker, with a track record for translating strategic thinking into action plans and output.

(vi) Proven experience in designing and/or implementing a local, national, or regional strategic communications strategy.
(vii) Demonstrate thorough understanding of National goals, policies and objectives and ability to relate them to realization of Vision 2030.

(viii) Should have done Senior Leadership Development Programme Course (SLDP) or Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.


Required Skills & Competencies

a) Ability to management and lead teams.
b) Ability to work under pressure.
b) Knowledge of best practices in Customer Experience
c) Knowledge of Brand & Product Marketing
d) Digital Media Management
e) Project management skills
f) Communication skills
g) Reporting skills
h) Competitive analysis
i) Analytical skills
j) Negotiation skills
l) Interpersonal skills
m) Reliability & Dependability
n) Creativity and Innovative
o) Emotional Intelligence

Job application procedure
ALL Applications.
• Shall start with an online application at: https://forms.gle/oeyBJvJZfR1k1Mw27
• Should be clearly marked “Application for the position applied” on the envelope/subject line.
• Each application should be accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae, copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, national identity card or passport, testimonials and other relevant supporting documents. Scanned copies of these documents must accompany an online application.

All applications submitted in hard copy should have the ‘Advert No.” clearly marked on the envelope and submitted in any ONE of the following ways:

1. Manual applications should be addressed, and hand delivered OR posted to:

The Director General
Kenya Vision 2030 Delivery Secretariat
BRITAM Centre, 7th Floor
Mara/Ragati Road Junction, Upper Hill
P.O. Box 52301-00200 Nairobi, Kenya

2. Online applications should be e-mailed as PDF attachment to vacancy@vision2030.go.ke

Note: Compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution

Shortlisted candidates shall be required to submit the following documents to signify compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution.

• Tax compliance certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority.
• Clearance certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board.
• Clearance from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission.
• Certificate of good conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigation Department; and
• Certificate from a Credit Reference Bureau.

Details on the job specifications of each vacancy can be obtained on website http://vision2030.go.ke/vacancies/

“Women, Minorities, Marginalized and Persons living with disability are encouraged to apply”. All applications should be submitted not later than 29th July 2022 at 5.00pm. Shortlisted candidates must meet Chapter Six (6) requirements of the Constitution. Further information can be obtained on website: www.vision2030.go.ke

The Kenya Vision 2030 Delivery Secretariat is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Director General
Kenya Vision 2030 Delivery Secretariat
Britam Centre, 7th Floor
Mara/Ragati Road Junction, Upper Hill
P.O. Box 52301-00200 Nairobi, Kenya


2. Principal Public Relations And Communications Officer, (VDS 3)

(a) Job Description

An Officer at this level will report to Director Corporate Communications & Strategy.

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

I. Implementing public relations programmes and projects to support Vision 2030.

II. Analyzing and maintaining data relevant to the formulation, implementation, management, analysis and review of communication policies, procedures and practices that would promote public relations and communication of Vision 2030 programmes and projects locally and internationally.

III. Developing communication programmes and projects in all Directorates to support the Vision 2030 and ensure information consistency in all VDS internal and external communication.

IV. Undertaking public relations research to develop and execute sound corporate public relations and communication strategies for Vision 2030.

V. Identifying and coordinating the planning, design, development, and
a. implementation of public relations of programmes/projects to support the VDS.

b. Organizing and managing corporate events that promote and support Vision 2030; and coordinating sectoral communication campaigns on Vision 2030 projects and programmes.
c. Responsible for resolution of customer complaints lodged through the Commission on Administrative Justice (Office of the Ombudsman), compiling, and submitting the periodic reports to the Office of the Ombudsman.
d. Overseeing the provision of efficient service delivery in response to customer enquiries through email, social media, calls, and walk-in customers, in line with the VDS’ Citizen Service Delivery Charter and disseminating various customer care issues to relevant Heads for appropriate action.
e. Develop and edit public relations correspondences such as press releases, speeches, briefs, memos and adverts for the Secretariat to ensure key messages are properly relayed to internal and external publics.
f. Conducting brand audit surveys to determine how the Secretariat is viewed by prospects, stakeholders, employees and the general public.

g. Manage the website’s content and maintain an interactive and technologically based media to build communication between the organization and the public.
h. Develop in-house publications ie newsletters and/or periodicals etc to ensure conformity to the corporate brand.
i. Maintain an interactive and technologically based media to build communication between the organization and the public while understanding of all media channels and disciplines, with the ability to develop ideas and strategies across all channels.
j. Periodic preparation of detailed media monitoring and other relevant reports for management decision making including program deliverables for reporting, including establishing reporting schedules and drafting reporting templates.
k. Responsible for collaborating, leading, and influencing others across various disciplines both verbally and in concise presentations.
l. Responsible for maintaining current and establish new measurement metrics and benchmarks for communications and external relations to improve visibility on progress.

m. (xvii) Working with the creative, media and social teams to ensure coherence of information across various audiences.

n. (xviii) Co-ordinating and evaluating corporate social responsibility projects and programmes.


(b) Job Specifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-

• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Mass Communication, Corporate Communication, Development Communication, Journalism, Media Studies, Public Relations, or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Mass Communication, Corporate Communication, Development Communication, Journalism, Media Studies, Public Relations, or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

• Must have served as Chief Public Relations and Communications Officer or equivalent position for a period lasting not less than three (3) years OR have at least twelve (12) years relevant professional experience, five [5] of which should be at senior management level in public and/or private sector.

• Be a member of a recognized professional body such as Chartered Institute of Public relations Society of Kenya or any other relevant professional body.

• Certificate in a Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.

• Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution.

• Demonstrated capability in the management, strategy, public relations and communication function.

• Professional qualification in public relations, communications, customer experience or marketing or relevant field (Added advantage).

• Have excellent interaction and presentation skills, a good understanding of key issues and challenges facing social sector in Kenya.

• Should be able to initiate and adopt results-based management.
• Proficiency and experience in computerized systems.

• Meet the provision of Chapter Six of the Constitution

• Demonstrate results in work performance.


Required Skills and Competencies

c) Ability to work under pressure.
b) Knowledge of best practices in Customer Experience
c) Knowledge of Brand & Product Marketing
d) Digital Media Management
e) Project management skills
f) Communication skills
g) Reporting skills
h) Competitive analysis
i) Analytical skills
j) Negotiation skills
l) Interpersonal skills
m) Reliability & Dependability
n) Creativity and Innovative
o) Emotional Intelligence

Job application procedure
ALL Applications.
• Shall start with an online application at: https://forms.gle/oeyBJvJZfR1k1Mw27
• Should be clearly marked “Application for the position applied” on the envelope/subject line.
• Each application should be accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae, copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, national identity card or passport, testimonials and other relevant supporting documents. Scanned copies of these documents must accompany an online application.

All applications submitted in hard copy should have the ‘Advert No.” clearly marked on the envelope and submitted in any ONE of the following ways:

1. Manual applications should be addressed, and hand delivered OR posted to:

The Director General
Kenya Vision 2030 Delivery Secretariat
BRITAM Centre, 7th Floor
Mara/Ragati Road Junction, Upper Hill
P.O. Box 52301-00200 Nairobi, Kenya

2. Online applications should be e-mailed as PDF attachment to vacancy@vision2030.go.ke

Note: Compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution

Shortlisted candidates shall be required to submit the following documents to signify compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution.

• Tax compliance certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority.
• Clearance certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board.
• Clearance from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission.
• Certificate of good conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigation Department; and
• Certificate from a Credit Reference Bureau.

Details on the job specifications of each vacancy can be obtained on website http://vision2030.go.ke/vacancies/

“Women, Minorities, Marginalized and Persons living with disability are encouraged to apply”. All applications should be submitted not later than 29th July 2022 at 5.00pm. Shortlisted candidates must meet Chapter Six (6) requirements of the Constitution. Further information can be obtained on website: www.vision2030.go.ke

The Kenya Vision 2030 Delivery Secretariat is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Director General
Kenya Vision 2030 Delivery Secretariat
Britam Centre, 7th Floor
Mara/Ragati Road Junction, Upper Hill
P.O. Box 52301-00200 Nairobi, Kenya

About the Role
As Communications Manager, you will leadTax Justice Network Africa's (TJNA) newly designed Communications Department to oversee the implementation of their Communications strategy. This role is key in creating, driving and setting the tone for the organization's external and internal messaging whilst reflecting TJNA’s values and leading their communications team.
You will strategically collaborate closely with the Capacity Building and Knowledge Management department, the Strategy and Engagement unit and, the Policy Research and Advocacy department to identify priorities and set direction for communication initiatives.
Location: Flexible, with frequent travel to Nairobi, Kenya office
Line Manager: Executive Director
Start date: As soon as possible
Contract Duration: 2 years, renewable

In This Role, You Will:
• Develop and execute a strong communications action plan and initiatives based off the communications strategy objectives and TJNA’s overall strategic plan.
• Direct and ensure all channels of communications are properly positioned within TJNA’s diverse audience forums across the continent and that campaign strategies are well aligned for meaningful engagement.
• Build and oversee the management of the communications unit with skilled staff to support the department’s objectives and expectations.
• Cultivate relationships with media professionals and relevant stakeholders.
• Manage the growth of TJNA’s audience base with increased outreach.
• Manage the communications budget.
• Ensure quality control of all communications.

Requirements
Qualifications
• Bachelors’ Degree in communications, journalism, public relations or relevant field. (Masters is strongly preferred.)
Core Skills and Experience
• At least seven years of professional experience, with 5 years in a leadership role at senior management level.
• Proven track record in the management of teams, especially remote diverse teams.
• Proven experience in strategic communications, crisis communications, implementation of successful campaigns and messaging for multi layered audiences.
• Proficiency with communications technologies and use of tools like Meltwater.
• Demonstrated experience in public relations and stakeholder management skills.
• Understanding of the development context in Africa including a good understanding of Civil Society environment in Africa and globally.
• Highly articulate and bilingual in English and French, with excellent writing and presentation skills.
• Proven experience in planning, budgeting and resource allocation.
• You are personable, flexible, creative, a team player and an analytic thinker.
• Demonstrated ability to manage activities simultaneously and meet deadlines, with attention to detail and quality.
• Experience working in civil societies and international NGOs is strongly preferred.
• Experience with and commitment to working in a very diverse workforce.
• Willing to travel, expected travel less than 25% of the time.

Benefits
What TJNA Can Offer:
Be a part of a small dedicated team who we are connected by a passionate cause. TJNA upholds a high work ethic that fosters team spirit while supporting innovation, creativity and continuous learning and growth of their team members. In addition to a great culture and a collaborative team environment:
• Competitive Annual Gross Salary USD 65,282 – USD 73,797 per annum (based on skills and qualifications)
• Medical Insurance and Pension.
• A platform to collaborate, bring in new ideas as you set your own professional footprint in an organization with an international reach.
• Opportunity to work in a specialised niche, engage and work with different partners, and be part of a wider Pan- African network.
• Work environment that supports diversity and inclusivity.
• Flexible working arrangement focus on delivery.

Job application procedure
Does the role profile match your description? Qualified and interested candidates can submit their application by clicking on the link below:
https://ravel.zohorecruit.com/jobs/Ravelworks-Client-Vacancies/610043000002582023/Communications-Manager?source=CareerSite
Closing date for applications: Jul 27th, 2022. Due to the anticipated number of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. To learn more about TJNA, visit https://taxjusticeafrica.net/
TJNA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees & qualified applicants. All employment decisions are based on our organization needs without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age. TJNA complies with all applicable laws governing non-discrimination in employment. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Deadline of this Job: 27 July 2022

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have;
• Have Degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Information Sciences, and Public Relations, International Relations, Journalism, Social Sciences or any other approved equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Have a master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Information Sciences, and Public Relations, International Relations, Journalism, Social Sciences or any other approved equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Have a clear understanding of the National Development Goals, Vision 2030, Millennium Development Goals and the role of public Communications in achievement of the same;
• Possess strong leadership skills required at that level;
• Possess good oral and oral written communications skills in both English and Kiswahili;
• Be of high integrity, motivated and team player;
• Compliance with the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution;
• Possess advanced computer application skills.
• Have demonstrated high degree of professional competence.

Interested and qualified? Go to Mombasa County on 167.86.80.107 to apply


Job application procedure
Interested and qualified? Go to CIC Insurance on cic.co.ke to apply