Taita Taveta County Assistant Director of Public Communications Jobs in Kenya
Taita Taveta County Assistant Director of Public Communications Jobs in Kenya
Duties and ResponsibilitiesGathering and analyzing information on programmes, significant events in a specific sectoral area and the impact on customers, and forwarding the same to the head of Public Communications Unit for dissemination;
Researching on possible causes of negative publicity on the Government on both local, national and international press and assisting in the development of appropriate strategies to address the situation;
Editing stories on various topical issues before they are released to the public and liaising with media practitioners and the public on issues of mutual concern;
Identifying Government events that require packaging for dissemination to the media and the public; preparing and organizing for and where Government policies, programmes and projects can be propagated and promoted.
In addition, the officer will prepare media supplements, documentaries, press releases/media features.
Assisting in the development of communications and media strategy
Overseeing the implementation of communication strategies on social media platforms, such as Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook, etc.
Scheduling interviews with Government officials.
Regularly attend meetings at the Public Communications Office to deliberate on cross cutting issues that require to be centrally disseminated by the Office of Public Communications.
Organizing events under the guidance of the head of the Public Communications Unit.
Any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.
Requirements for Appointments
Be a Kenyan Citizen
Relevant work experience of
not less than five years (5), three (3) of which must have been in middle management in the Public Service or its approved equivalent;
Have a Bachelor's degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication, Public Relations, Communications Studies, Journalism or any other approved equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
Have a clear understanding of the working of the media and the socio-political environment in Kenya;
Possess advanced computer application skills;
Possess good oral and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili;
Demonstration of managerial, administrative, integrity as prescribed in Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Membership to a relevant professional body
Demonstrate professional competence in work performance and results and exhibited a thorough understanding of national goals, policies and objectives;
Have demonstrated professional competence and managerial capability as reflected in work performance and results.
How to Apply
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