Director Communication And Strategy at Vision 2030 Delivery Secretariat

The Director, Communication and Strategy will be responsible to the Director General for effective and efficient management of the Directorate of Communication and Strategy. Specific duties and responsibilities will entail:-

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Director, Communication and Strategy will be responsible to the Director General in carrying out the following functions:-

1. Formulating, designing, developing, implementing, managing, analyzing, and reviewing, publicity, marketing and communication policies, procedures and practices that       promote the marketing and publicity of Vision 2030 programmes and projects locally and internationally;
2. Marketing and publicizing the various flagship projects;
3. Resource mobilization;
4. Developing and implementing operational and management strategies for the Vision 2030 Delivery Secretariat;
5. Projecting and protecting the image and profile of VDS locally and internationally;
6. Liaising with other Directorates and Divisions of the Secretariat to develop and review strategies to support programmes/projects under VDS and MTP;
7. Identifying and coordinating the planning, design, development and implementation of marketing of programmes/projects to support the VDS;
8. Undertaking marketing and communication research to develop and execute
   sound corporate marketing and communication strategies for VDS;
9. Developing and implementing appropriate strategic networks, collaboration,
   linkages and partnerships with the stakeholders nationally and internationally to support VDS and publicize Vision 2030 and its Medium Term Plans;
10. Designing, producing and disseminating information, education and
    communication (IEC) materials and organizing and managing corporate events for marketing and publicity as well as creating awareness on the roles, goals, objectives and activities of the Vision 2030 projects; and
11. Overseeing the design, development, implementation and management of corporate strategy and operational plans.

Job Requirements
For appointment to this grade, an applicant must have:-

1. Served at least ten (10) in a senior management and leadership position in either the public service or private sector or similar position;
2. A Bachelor’s degree in Communication/Public Relations, Strategic Management, Marketing, Business Administration or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
3. A Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Economics, Strategic Management, Public/Business Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
4. Membership of a recognized professional body such as Chartered Institute of Marketing Society of Kenya or any other relevant professional body;
5. Proven skills in Corporate Governance or Strategic Leadership Development Skills;
6. Relevant leadership and high level experience either in marketing or other communication related field.
7. A thorough understanding of Kenya’s national goals, policies and objectives and ability to relate them to the realization of Vision 2030;
8. Demonstrated clear understanding of Vision 2030 and the role of Vision 2030 Delivery Secretariat in Kenya’s socio-economic development; and
9. Minimum requirements per Chapter Six of the Constitution on leadership and integrity.

Key Attributes
The following key attributes will be required for the position of a Director:

1. Being a visionary, transformative and results-oriented strategic thinker;
2. Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
3. Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
4. Capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines;
5. Be self-driven, a team-player and mentor/coach; and
6. Ability to cultivate partnership and collaborations.

Terms of Service

The Director will serve on contract for a period of three years that is renewable subject to satisfactory performance. The salary and other benefits attached to this position will be as determined by Vision 2030 Delivery Board (VDB) in consultation with the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).