Communications Officer at Nairobi Securities Exchange

Overall Purpose

Handles public relations related issues in the NSE and ensures that all the parties involved in the business are kept informed and there is a positive relationship between the company and its customers

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the development and execution of communication strategies for the NSE marketing campaigns, public relations, sponsorships and events;
• Administer and update the NSE website; including the production of the NSE e-newsletter;
• Update all the digital platforms of the NSE including all social media assets and the NSE website;
• Event Management through organizing venues, equipment and services for NSE functions and events while enhancing NSE Brand visibility through various branding opportunities;
• Maintain close contacts with media including updating the media database, media library and carrying out the media monitoring function; in addition to being the focal point in the execution of media plans;
• Develop communications materials such as media advisories, press releases, speeches; and organizes interviews in addition to briefing the creative and PR agencies to develop executions of marketing materials for the NSE Brand;
• Identify and pursue unique media buying opportunities and added-value via sponsorships and media partnerships;
• Offer communications and marketing support to NSE departments;
• Manage media vendor contracts and exercise diligence in tracking expenses to meet expense/ budget goals;
• Provide investment and related information and assistance to clients in person, via telephone, social media and electronic mail;
• Maintain and update client databases; and
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communication, journalism or related fields from a reputable university.
• Minimum two (2) years relevant experience.
• Established contacts in the print and electronic media.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Result Oriented.
• Outstanding problem solving and communication skills.
• Excellent time manager.
• Meticulous, detail oriented and works well under pressure.
• Ability to multi task, work independently and collaborate effectively with a team.
• Commercial management skills.
• Strategy formulation and execution skills.
• Passionate and committed change agent