Job Description
CORPORATE COMMUNICATION OFFICER - (PUBLIC RELATIONS) - (KET 6)
ONE (1 POST) REF: KET/5/1C/40/174-B (9/2023) ON PERMANENT AND
PENSIONABLE
Reporting to Senior Corporate Communications Officer.
Job Purpose
This job is responsible for sustaining a positive Company image and enhance effective
communication with stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities/Duties/Tasks
i). Developing, reviewing and implementing the Company’s communication
strategy, policy and plan;
ii). Developing, reviewing and implementing the Company’s stakeholder
engagement plan;
iii). Implementing the crisis communication plan through development of
communication materials;
iv). Developing, reviewing and implementing the Company’s CSR plans and
programs;
v). Developing, reviewing and implementing Public Relations strategies and
campaigns;
vi). Overseeing flow of communication between the company and its stakeholders;
vii). Identifying various communication challenges with stakeholders and proposing
possible solutions for implementation;
viii). Identifying PR, sponsorship, networking and partnership opportunities for the
Company;
ix). Sourcing and managing speaking and sponsorship opportunities for the
Company.
x). Undertaking strategies for enhancing positive relationships with the various
stakeholder categories;
xi). Preparing and supervising the production of IEC material such as brochures,
project information booklets, Annual Reports;
xii). Developing corporate presentations;
xiii). Planning corporate events that include ground breaking ceremonies,
commissioning Ceremonies, ASK Shows, sectorial PR events, local and
International Exhibitions, open days, county investment forums, courtesy calls,
delegation meetings, mission visits, and road shows;
xiv). Undertaking, monitoring and evaluating CSR plans and programs;
xv). Collaborating with the Corporate Branding officer to create promotional
content;
xvi). Developing, coordinating and managing internal and external production of
promotional videos, documentaries, films and multi-media programmes;
xvii). Devising, coordinating and managing internal and external photo/ video
opportunities;
xviii). Maintaining the corporate photos and videos database;
xix). Conducting Divisional risk assessments and developing crisis communication
strategies;
xx). Executing PR campaigns and programmes aimed at enhancing the company
brand awareness;
xxi). Collaborating with the Media Relations, Branding Officer and Customer Care
Officers to foster/ enhance positive stakeholder relations;
xxii). Studying PR rends and best practices and advising the Senior Communications
Officer of best approaches for modern PR.
Qualifications & Skills required
i) Bachelor degree in Communication, Political Science, International Relations,
Sociology or related field;
ii) Must be a member of Public Relations Society of Kenya and in good standing;
iii) Must have six (6) years relevant work experience.
Working Conditions
i) Office setting
ii) Field visits
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL POSITIONS
Applicants MUST provide the following documents on application:-
i). A Signed application letter;
ii). A detailed Curriculum Vitae indicating current and previous employers, positions
held, level of education, current and expected salary, notice period required to
take up appointment and names of at least three professional referees;
iii). Copies of academic and professional certificates; and
iv). Copy of National Identification Card or Passport.
Important Information to note:
i). Candidates should provide all the details requested for in the advertisement. It
is an offence to include incorrect information in the application;
ii). Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted;
iii). Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification;
iv). Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National
Identity Card, academic and professional certificates during interviews; and
v). It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.
Only Successful candidates will be expected to present the following Chapter Six
Clearance Certificates : -
a) Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal
Investigations;
b) Valid Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);
c) Valid Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA);
d) Current Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC);
and
e) Current Report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).