Manager Communications at Commission on Revenue Allocation

Job Description

SCALE - CRA 4 (CONTRACT)

Reporting to the Commission secretary/CEO, the job holder shall be responsible for development and implementation of Communications strategies for the Commission for both internal and external communication in order to enhance the achievement of the Commissions mandate and raise the profile of the Commission externally.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop the Commission’s Communications strategies and policies and design appropriate programmes and infrastructure to facilitate their implementation.
• Develop the Commission’s brand strategy and design appropriate programmes and infrastructure to facilitate their implementation.
• Develop the Communications Corporate Social responsibility strategy and design appropriate programmes and infrastructure to facilitate their implementation.
• Ensure the departments performance targets are set, monitored and achieved.
• Assign duties to subordinates and conduct periodic performance appraisal as required.
• Mentor and carry out capacity building for corporate communication staff.
• Oversee the development of the Commission’s annual reports and other reports.
• Oversee the writing and editing of content for the internet, staff newsletters, media briefs, annual reports and other communications channels.
• Develop the Commission’s social media policy and implementation.
• Oversee the management and updating of content on CRA website and social media platforms and organize consultative forums on the same.
• Oversee the management of the Commission’s advertising and production functions.
• Coordinate the development of Corporate branding items such as brochures, publications, banners, umbrellas, corporate wear among others.
• Ensure effective media relations and promotion of strategic views of the Commission through innovative media approaches.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s degree in Communications, Corporate Communications, Public Relations or Journalism.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• A minimum of seven (7) years relevant progressive experience in Corporate Communications or Public Relations or Journalism.
• At least three (3) years of work experience in a supervisory position
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, layout design, professional publishing/printing skills and the ability to present concepts verbally.
• Strong Communication and presentation skills. Excellent knowledge of relevant computer software and applications.
• Track record in Media engagements and relations and networks in the Media world and strong knowledge and understanding of current trends in digital media / social media.
• He/she must be a person of integrity, demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player.
• Strong managerial skills, including motivating, developing, coaching and leading teams.
• Competent and organized.