Job Description
JUDICIAL SERVICE COMMISSION
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT - RE- ADVERTISEMENT
The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) is established under Article 171 of
the Constitution of Kenya, 2010. The mandate of the Commission is to
promote and facilitate independence and accountability of the Judiciary and
the efficient, effective and transparent administration of Justice.
The Commission invites applications from qualified candidates to fill the
following vacancy.
POSITION : SENIOR PUBLIC AFFAIRS AND CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER (JCG 4)
Job Reference Number : V/No. 19/2021
Number of Posts : One (1)
Terms of Service : Three (3) years Contract - Renewable subject to satisfactory performance
Gross Salary Scale : Kshs. 169,800 – 227,600 p.m.
Job Purpose:
The job holder will be responsible for enhancement of communication between
the Commission and its internal and external stakeholders.
Reporting Responsibilities
The job holder will be responsible to the Registrar, Judicial Service Commission
Area of Deployment:
Public Affairs and Corporate Communication Department
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
i. Overseeing formulation, implementation and reviewing of the
Commission’s Communication policies, strategies and guidelines;
ii. Ensuring effective and efficient crisis communication management;
iii. Championing public engagement for effective stakeholders’ relations;
iv. Managing corporate information gateways for effective communication;
v. Overseeing the development and implementation of strategies to foster
positive media relations;
vi. Coordinating preparation of timely media supplements, appearances,
documentaries, press releases and features;
vii. Managing the Commission’s digital platforms;
viii. Managing executive events with a view to securing institutional profiling
moments;
ix. Spearheading the development and implementation of initiatives to
promote the Commission’s positive corporate image and foster relations
with stakeholders;
x. Facilitating promotion of public awareness of the Commission’s
programs and processes through development and dissemination of
Information, Education and Communication materials; and
xi. Overseeing the development and implementation of a robust internal
communication strategies.
Job Requirements: Academic and Professional Qualifications:
For appointment to this position, the applicant must have: -
i. A Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following: Mass Communication,
Communication Studies, Journalism, Public Relations, Corporate
Communication or any other equivalent qualifications from a
recognized university/institution;
ii. A Post-Graduate Diploma in any of the following: Mass Communication,
Communication Studies, Journalism, Public Relations, Corporate
Communication any other equivalent qualifications from a recognized
university/institution;
iii. Membership to relevant professional body with Good Standing;
iv. A Senior Management course or its equivalent from a recognized
institution;
v. Proficiency in Computer Applications; and
vi. Mets the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.
Work Experience:
i. Minimum of Six (6) years relevant work Experience;
ii. At least Three (3) years at Supervisory Management level.
Core Job Competencies:
i. Excellent written and oral communication skills;
ii. Leadership & Good interpersonal skills;
iii. Professional and Technical competence;
iv. Confidentiality, High Integrity, attention to details and accuracy;
v. Analytical & Negotiation Skills; and
vi. Organizational, planning skills and Results-oriented.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications
by: -
1. Filling an Online Application for Employment Form available at the
JSC jobs portal: https://www.jsc.go.ke/index.php/careers/
2. Applicants should upload soft copies of the following documents to the
online application-
(a) A letter of application;
(b) A detailed and updated curriculum vitae, to include background
information such as past employment record (if any).
(c) Names of three (3) referees; two (2) professional referee and one (1)
character reference;
(d) Certified copy of National Identity Card (I.D), Passport or any other
relevant identifiable legal documents;
(e) Certified copies of academic and professional certificates,
testimonials and academic transcripts; and
(f) Applicant’s recent colored passport size photographs (2 No.).
NB: Those who applied earlier need not to re-apply.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit valid clearance
certificates from the following bodies during the interview: -
• Kenya Revenue Authority
• Higher Education Loans Board
• Directorate of Criminal Investigation
• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
• A recognized Credit Reference Bureau; and
• Clearance from relevant professional body
Applicants MUST take note that it is a criminal offence to provide false
information and documents in the job application and the same will be verified
by relevant bodies.
The application must reach the Commission NOT LATER THAN 29TH
OCTOBER, 2021 AT 5.00 P.M.
Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted. Canvassing in
any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
The Judicial Service Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer
and selects candidates on merit through fair and open competition
from the widest range of eligible candidates.