Communication Officer (Graphics Design) at Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC, KenGen

Job Summary

The job holder is responsible for coordinating and implementing a proactive public relations and public affairs strategy with a focus on creative content development, design, layout, copywriting, and editing.

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Planning design concepts, developing graphics, and layouts, designing samples, and submitting for approval.
• Customizing designs and artwork to fit target audience needs.
• Design/layout content for internal and external audiences and customize content to run on various platforms including traditional and digital media.
• Designing infographics to inform audiences about specific topics.
• Develop illustrations, logos, and other designs using design and editing software.
• Organize events including press conferences, exhibitions, open days, and press tours.
• Manage and direct outside suppliers and agencies in the delivery of communications campaigns, materials, and events.
• Maintaining good stakeholder relations and maintaining a database of key players in the industry and other individuals and organizations which deal with KenGen.
• Participate in branding activities, and production of corporate giveaways.
• To assist in the writing, development, and production of internal and external publicity materials

1. Participate in procurement planning, and budgeting for the Division. 

Person Specifications

• Bachelors degree in Communications/Public Relations/ Journalism or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
• Member of Public Relations Society of Kenya (PRSK) in good standing
• Extensive knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Corel Draw, Photoshop, InDesign and printing process
• Experience working in a large, dynamic Communications/Corporate Affairs/Public Relations Office
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution