National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation Jobs

3. National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation Corporate Communications Officer Jobs in Kenya - 1 Post - REF: CM0/8 /3/2017


The position is responsible to the Director General in managing the planning, coordination and implementation of all communications and related matters in line with Commission's Communications Strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Degree in Mass Communications, Public Relations or Marketing, from a recognized institution;
  • Six (6) years relevant experience in corporate communications;
  • Must be a person of integrity, demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player;
  • Ability to maintain confidence and trust regarding sensitive issues;
  • Be ICT proficient;
  • Member to a relevant professional body.

    Qualifications, Competencies and Experience:

  • To develop and deliver effective communications between the Commission and its external and internal audiences through a range of channels, including media relations, campaigns and publications
  • Initiating and coordinating activities geared towards promoting smooth stakeholder engagement.
  • Initiating, designing, developing, reviewing and implementing a Communications Strategy geared towards attaining and sustaining a positive public image of the
    Commission;
  • Managing and coordinating media processes including press briefs, press releases and publications to be disseminated to the public;
  • Coordinating customer satisfaction surveys and implementing the survey recommendations;
  • Coordinating interactive public functions and events to promote and publicize activities of the Commission including shows, fairs and exhibitions;
  • Overseeing the monitoring of print and electronic media for topical issues and other information deemed useful to the Commission;

    Core competencies

  • People management;
  • Financial management;
  • Planning; and
  • Coordination.

    How to Apply:

    Interested Candidates who meet the requirements are invited to send their applications enclosing copies of updated Curriculum Vitae, Academic and Professional Certificates.

    Additionally, they should provide names of three (3) referees one of whom must be an immediate or past supervisor.

    A copy of National Identity Card, details of Remuneration history and Current contact MUST be provided.

    Applications MUST clearly indicate the Reference Number of the Vacancy and should be sent either by post to:

    The Director General/CEO
    National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation
    P.O Box 30623 – 00100 Nairobi, KENYA
    Utalii House, 9th Floor, Room 902,


    on or before 5.00 p.m.,4th April 2017

    The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified Kenyans are encouraged to apply. Women, Persons with disability are encouraged to apply.

    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Note: Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

    For more information and job application details, see; NACOSTI Jobs in Kenya

    4. National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation Scientist II,
    Registration, Accreditation and Quality Assurance Jobs in Kenya
    - 2 Posts - REF:SII
    RAQA/8 /4/2017

    The position is responsible to the Scientist I and will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Participate in preparation of criteria for vetting of applications for registration and accreditation of research institutions is adhered to;
  • Regularly update and maintain of database for registered and accredited research institutions;
  • Participate in preparation of appropriate checklists for applications of registration and accreditation of research institutions;
  • Participate in monitoring, evaluation and inspection of registered and/or accredited institutions;
  • Organize for a for awareness creation among stakeholders on the criteria for registration and accreditation;

    Qualifications, Competencies and Experience:

  • Master Degree from a recognized university in Project Management, Humanities or Social Sciences or other Sciences with 3 years’ experience
  • Data entry and database management skills

    Core competencies

  • Good Interpersonal skills ;
  • Policy analysis;
  • Strategic planning;
  • Scientific writing and publishing;
  • Proficiency in statistical analysis.

    How to Apply:

    Interested Candidates who meet the requirements are invited to send their applications enclosing copies of updated Curriculum Vitae, Academic and Professional Certificates.

    Additionally, they should provide names of three (3) referees one of whom must be an immediate or past supervisor.

    A copy of National Identity Card, details of Remuneration history and Current contact MUST be provided.

    Applications MUST clearly indicate the Reference Number of the Vacancy and should be sent either by post to:

    The Director General/CEO
    National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation
    P.O Box 30623 – 00100 Nairobi, KENYA
    Utalii House, 9th Floor, Room 902,


    on or before 5.00 p.m.,4th April 2017

    The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified Kenyans are encouraged to apply. Women, Persons with disability are encouraged to apply.

    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Note: Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

    For more information and job application details, see; NACOSTI Jobs in Kenya

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