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European Union Press and Information Officer Jobs in Kenya

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We offer a post of Press and Information Officer . Under this post, the recruited person will be attributed functions depending on the needs of the Delegation. Upon recruitment, the successful candidate will occupy a specific job function as Press and Information Officer – this job function may be changed in accordance with the needs of the Delegation.

Under this job function the successful candidate will serve as technical and support staff to the Political, Press and Information section under the supervision and responsibility of the relevant head of section.

We offer a competitive position in an international environment. Benefits, such as additional pension scheme and medical insurance, are offered to employees and their families under certain conditions.

The position is open to nationals and residents of Kenya with a valid work permit (compulsory).

We look for

Eligibility Criteria

University degree in International Relations, Communication, Political Science (eligibility)

Minimum 3 years’ pertinent professional experience in a diplomatic entity or international organisation , with experience in Somalia or in Somali context (eligibility)

Note: compliance with all the eligibility criteria listed above must be clearly demonstrated in the submitted CV

Other qualifications

Solid experience in the areas of media and communication, including a strong experience in drafting clear language for a large audience;

Good understanding of political and development aid issues;

Good knowledge of EU policies and institutions;

Good understanding of the current political situation in Somalia;

Good knowledge of the Somalia media environment;

Excellent written and spoken English (working language).

Knowledge of Somali language an advantage.

Excellent oral and

written presentation skills;

Good IT skills required;

Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, national counterparts, donor agencies, other stakeholders and to adapt well in a multi-cultural environment.

Good analytical capacity, ability to identify needs and constraints, to set priorities and translate them into action;

Capacity to pursue solution oriented approach;

Personal initiative and ability to prioritise, monitor and evaluate progress, and to meet deadlines;

Open, flexible personality; team player; willingness to work outside office hours and to travel to Somalia;

A high degree of integrity and the ability to deal with confidential information is required.

How to Apply

Please send your application and supporting documents by 7th September 2017, 1600hrs and should have in the subject line “Press & Information Officer”. The package should include a cover letter, a detailed CV.

Applications which do not meet minimum requirements will be automatically rejected.

Only Short-listed Candidates will be contacted. The Delegation will not supply additional information or discuss the selection procedure by telephone: please address any queries concerning this procedure to the provided email address.

For more information and job application details, see; European Union Press and Information Officer Jobs in Kenya

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