Job Description
Ref No. CPSB/TTC/04/2023
POSITION: PRINCIPAL PUBLIC COMMUNICATION OFFICER I JOB GROUP
CPSB 06 (N)
Number of Posts: One (1) Post
Terms of Service: Permanent
Basic Salary Scale: As provided for by the Salaries and Remunerations Commission
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Gathering information on programmes, significant events in a specific sectoral area
and the impact on public, and forwarding the same to the head of Public
Communications Unit for dissemination;
2. Developing, implementing and reviewing policies, strategies, regulations and
procedures on corporate communications;
3. Coordinating and organizing press teams for prompt and effective coverage of
Governor, Deputy Governor and different county departmental events,
4. Promoting and managing the corporate image of the organization;
5. Coordinating the implementation of branding, awareness and social responsibility
activities to enhance visibility of the organization;
6. Developing content of events and information for uploading in the organization's
social media platforms and website;
7. Scheduling interviews with Government officials and other stakeholders;
8. Coordinating public functions and corporate events of the organization;
9. Coordinating the preparation of reports, speeches, publications, website contents,
newsletters, outreach materials and audio/video production;
10. Identifying and implementing branding, awareness and social responsibility activities
to enhance visibility of the organization;
11. Monitoring and managing media coverage and submitting media reports;
12. Coordinating organization's public functions and corporate events; and
13. Spearheading the editing, designing and distribution of Information, Education,
Communication (IEC) including merchandise and promotional materials
Requirements for Appointments
1. Be a Kenyan Citizen
2. Served in the grade of Chief Public Communications Officer or in a comparable and
relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years; or its
approved comparable equivalent in the public sector or private sector
3. Bachelor's degree in any of the following disciplines: Journalism, Mass
Communication, Public Relations, International Relations or equivalent qualification
from a recognized institution;
4. Have a clear understanding of the working of the media and the socio-political
environment in Kenya;
5. Possess good oral and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili;
6. Possess advanced computer application skills;
7. Managing incoming media requests and building relationships with journalists;
creating, executing and measuring media campaigns;
8. Membership with a relevant professional body in good standing;
9. Have demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competence in work
performance and results.
10. Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles of public
service as outlined in articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.