Job Description
ACANCY: CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
The Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) is a business membership organization representing over
1300 leading manufacturing and value-add companies in Kenya. KAM has organized its members into 14
sectors for ease of coordination of research and advocacy work. We seek to competitively fill the following
position: -
Designation: Corporate Communications Officer
Reporting to: Corporate Communications Manager
Unit: Corporate Communications & Marketing
Contract Type: Permanent Terms
Location: Nairobi
Reporting date: Immediately
Job Purpose: To offer support to the Corporate Communications and Marketing function at KAM by
ensuring effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
Duties and Responsibilities
The specific duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following: -
Support in the implementation of the organization’s Communications and Marketing Strategy
Monitor company performance on the media through structured monitoring efforts.
Developing, editing content, and designing the Association’s written materials including newsletters,
reports, policy documents and services, news releases, and related articles.
Develop communication materials with approval from management for public consumption, including
media responses and media scripts for various spokespeople. This also includes speaking notes,
talking points and presentations.
Establishing and maintaining relationships with the media at national, county, regional and
international levels.
Work closely with the Events and Marketing Executive to ensure the effective execution and delivery
of KAM events.
Work closely with the Digital and social media Officer to execute the organizational social media
strategy
Assist in keeping management informed by preparing reports monthly (Public Relations)
Support in internal communications through the development of various flyers.
Assist in managing branding and ensure all organizational collateral adheres to the KAM brand
guidelines.
Support management through various communication and marketing activities.
Ensure adherence to the KAM Communication, Marketing & Events Policy.
Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Chief Executive from time to time.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
At least 4 years of related experience
Public Relations Society of Kenya (PRSK) membership
Personal attributes:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Effective organizational skills and ability to multitask
Team player and enthusiastic
Keen attention to detail
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
Skills:
Media relations
Public Relations
Writing and editing for diverse audiences
Stakeholder engagement and communication.