Public Communications Officer II(Editor/Camera Person) at County Government of Busia

Job Details

• Gathering information on existing programmes, significant events and the impact on customers and forwarding the same to the head of Department for
• Liaising with media practitioners and the public on issues of mutual concern under the guidance of a senior.

• Operate professional video and still cameras for news as well as documentary production
• Able to edit sequences using Final Cut Pro or other editing systems
• Able to travel widely for news and documentary assignments as and when required
• Take care of camera and other equipment assigned and also develop and maintain a well documented photo and video archive
• Design creative graphics for social media, posters, flyers, website and other publicity and marketing materials;
• Prepare visual presentations by designing art and copy layouts;
• Develop presentations, web interface and interactive products and layout and design presentations;
• Deliver creative graphic and technical solutions for use for new media;

Qualifications 

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Be in possession of a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Journalism, Public Relations, Social Sciences and sound technician or any other approved equivalent qualifications from a recognized University/Institution;

For promotion:

• Diploma in the following disciplines: Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Journalism, Public Relations, and Social Sciences or sound technician
• Strong people skills and the ability to work in a team

• possess good oral and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili;
• possess advanced computer application skills; and
• Have shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results
• Computer Literacy
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya,

Additional requirements

All applicants are expected to attach copies of the following additional documents

• Tax Compliance Certificate
• Clearance from HELB where necessary
• Clearance from the Ethics and anti-corruption commission
• Certificate of good conduct from the police
• CRB Clearance Certificate