Assistant Director, Communication at Baringo County Government

JG "P"

REF BCPSB/015/2018

The Assistant Director will be reporting to the Chief Officer. Devolution. Public Service and Administration.

Duties and Responsibilities

• In Coordination with the departments, will support and strengthen the implementation of the activities and ultimately strengthen the quality of communication work;
• In collaboration with the departments will lead a process to incorporate a participatory approach to public participation and communications within the County:
• Provide input and support to other units in Public Service Management in the development of the communications policies and strategies;
• Represent effectively the office at forums and workshops and use these opportunities to advance the Governor's policies:
• Networking and partnership building;
• Support the maintenance of constructive working relations with media. Kenya Government, civil society and partner organizations;
• Responsible for public relations, news releases and other media work, design and success of news events/conferences.
• Generate high quality materials on County work, strengthen dissemination to relevant partners.
• Liaise with other departments to ensure that there is synergy in the implementation of activities;
• Provide support and information to identify opportunities for organizational learning initiatives;
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned/delegated by Senior Officers.

Requirements for Appointment

• Degree in Mass Communication or equivalent
• Five years relevant experience and must have managed communication in a busy organization.
• Must have a Certificate in Senior Management Course in Public Service or its equivalent in other sectors
• Certificate in computer applications
• High degree of professional competence and administrative capabilities Knowledge and understanding of government policy and communication methodologies
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Must satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Terms of service: Permanent