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Public Communications Officer at Uasin Gishu County Government

  • Experience Required:Not Specified
  • Total Positions:3
  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Job Category: Media
  • Minimum Education: Degree
  • Job Location: Eldoret, Kenya
  • Posted on: January 3, 2024
  • Last Date: January 12, 2024

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS,REQUIREMENTS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Basic Salary Scale: Ksh. 39,700.00 - 52,960.00 (CPSB 09)
House Allowance: Ksh. 12,800 p.m
Commuter Allowance: Ksh. 5,000 p.m.
Other Allowances as Per the SRC Circulars
Terms of Service: Three (3) Years Contract (Renewable)

Requirements for Appointment: -
i. Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications or Degree in social Sciences with a Post Graduate Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Public Relations, Journalism, International Relations or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
ii. Possess good oral and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili;
iii. Proficient in information communication technology including use of internet and intranet services; and
iv. Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities: -
i. Gather information on programmes and significant events, edit stories on topical issues in a specific sectoral area;
ii. Develop public and media relations campaign strategies;
iii. Collaborate with internal teams and maintain open communication with the management;
iv. Edit and update promotional material and publications (brochures, videos, social media posts etc.);
v. Prepare and distribute press releases;
vi. Organize events and activities;
vii. Track media coverage and follow news and information trends;
viii. Prepare and submit monthly reports; and
ix. Plan, monitor and evaluate performance of staff against the set targets.

Skills Required

Communication Skills
Collaboration Skills

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