Job Description
DIRECTOR, COMMUNICATIONS AND STRATEGY, VDS JOB GRADE 2
(a) Job Description
The Director, Communications and Strategy will be responsible to the Director General
in carrying out the following functions: -
i. Formulating, designing, developing, implementing, managing, analyzing, and
reviewing public relations and communication policies, procedures and practices that
promote Kenya Vision 2030 Flagship Programmes and Projects, locally and
internationally.
ii. Development and implementation of operational and management strategies.
iii. Projecting and protecting the Vision 2030 Delivery Secretariat (VDS) image and
profile locally and internationally.
iv. Liaising with other Directorates and Divisions to develop or review various strategies
to support programmes/projects under VDS and MTP.
v. Identifying and coordinating the planning, design, development, and implementation
of public relations of programmes/projects to support the VDS.
vi. Undertaking public relations and communication research to develop and execute
sound corporate public relations and communication strategies for theVDS.
vii. Developing and implementing appropriate and strategic networks, collaboration,
linkages and partnerships with the stakeholders nationally and internationally to
support the VDS.
viii. Designing, producing, and disseminating information, education and communication
(IEC) materials.
ix. Creating awareness on the roles, goals, objectives, and activities of the Kenya Vision
2030 Projects and Programmes.
x. Overseeing the design, development, implementation and management of corporate
strategy and operational plans.
xi. Maintain current and establish new measurement metrics and benchmarks for
communications and external relations to improve visibility on progress.
xii. Collaborating, leading, and influencing others across various disciplines both verbally and in concise presentations.
xiii. Understanding of all media channels and disciplines with the ability to develop ideas
and strategies across all channels.
xiv. Overseeing program deliverables for reporting, including establishing reporting
schedules and drafting reporting templates.
xv. Providing a deep understanding of the target audience, their attitudes, barriers, needs and behaviors to inform a people-centered communication strategy.
xvi. Working with the creative, media and social teams to ensure coherence of information across various audiences.
xvii. Identifying challenges and emerging issues faced by the organization. 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.
(b) Job Specifications
(i) Served in the grade of Principal Public and Communications Officer or in a
comparable and relevant position in the Public or Private sector for a minimum
period of (3) years.
(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) 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.
(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.
How to Apply:
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. All applications should be e-mailed as PDF attachment to vacancy@ vision2030.go.ke
Note:
Interested applicants are expected to get clearance from the following institutions.
1. Kenya Revenue Authority.
2. Higher Education Loans Board.
3. Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission.
4. Relevant professional bodies.
5. Criminal Investigation Department (certificate of good conduct); and
6. Credit Reference Bureau.
Applicants must submit copies of these clearance certificates with the application.
“Women, Minorities, Marginalized and Persons living with disability are encouraged to apply”.
All applications should be submitted by 5pm on 8th October 2021. Kenya Vision 2030 Delivery Secretariat is an equal opportunity employer.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted