Education Officer II - Electronic & Print Media at Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission

REF: EACC/PS/EOII/3

Reporting to the Deputy Director - Education, Training and Public Awareness through the Assistant Director - Education, Training and Public Awareness

This position is responsible for provision of education, training and raise public awareness on ethics, good governance and anti-corruption with the purpose of imparting knowledge, skills and attitudes targeting audiences in the public, private, civil society and the general public.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Initiating the design, development and implementation of anti-corruption, ethics and integrity educational programmes in public, private and civil society;
• Designing, developing and dissemination of anti-corruption, ethics and integrity, educational and other publicity materials throughout the country;
• Planning, budgeting and facilitating a range of public outreach programmes to ensure the achievement of the departmental strategy;
• Developing work plans and outlines that structure the work of the department;
• Developing liaison and networks with educational institutions in the promotion of ethics, integrity and anti-corruption programmes;
• Planning and conducting training programmes for education stakeholders;
• Facilitating governance training at a range of levels in public, private and civil society to ensure inclusion from all the sectors;
• Offering creativity and innovation in the design and production of Commission’s Information Education and Communication (IEC) materials with a focus towards incorporating anti-corruption, ethics and integrity messages with artistic illustrations;
• Developing liaison with graphic designers, illustrators, editors and printers to ensure that the Department’s Information Education and Communication materials meet the highest standards and expectations;
• Reviewing the Department’s IEC material in consultation with supervisor and other relevant stakeholders to ensure their effectiveness and efficacy as tools for anti-corruption public education;
• Facilitating capacity building training for public and state officers in line with requirements of performance contracting;
• Preparing periodic activity and programme reports for submission to the Commission’s Executive Management through appropriate reporting channels;
• Developing liaison and networks with media institutions in the promotion of ethics and anti-corruption programmes.

Requirements for appointment:

For appointment into this grade a candidate must have;

• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in scripting and production from a reputable organization;
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Media Studies or related disciplines from a recognized university;
• Relevant postgraduate qualification in print and electronic media,
• Creative script writing skills;
• Possess skills and knowledge in documentary production from pre-production to production;
• Demonstrate ability to use and operate a video camera;
• Exceptional ability to edit video using Final Cut Pro;
• Exceptional writing, editing, grammar, and proofreading skills;
• Thorough knowledge of editorial and creative production processes, publication management, and proofreading marks;
• Strong knowledge of trends, tools, and best practices for content creation;
• Working knowledge of web and social analytics tools, metrics, and best practices;
• Demonstrated ability to work strategically, creatively, and collaboratively as part of a creative team;
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, coupled with the ability to set and recommend priorities;
• Proven ability to create strategic, effective content across a wide variety of media and project types;
• Demonstrable computer skills
• Excellent Communication skills;
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills;
• Excellent report writing skills;
• Member of a relevant professional body;
• Good interpersonal skills.

Important Notice: In addition to the qualifications set above applicants must further obtain clearances from the following:• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)• Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)• Criminal Investigation Department (CID)• Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)• Registration and good standing in relevant Professional Bodies