Communications Assistant at Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Limited (Kenya Re)

The Position

The selected candidate will report to the Manager Corporate Affairs. The holder of this position will assist in the implementation of the Corporation’s communication projects and strategies and provide administrative support to the Corporate Affairs Department. The main duties will include but will not be limited to: –

Key Responsibilities

• Working closely with all service providers to ensure success of all Corporation events through monitoring the set ups and set downs and ensuring they comply with the Corporation’s standards.
• Assist in the implementation of the communications strategies
• Writing and overseeing the content gathering process for the Corporation’s quarterly magazine – ‘Re News’ through writing of stories; CSR and industry related stories.
• Writing of press releases and statements, public notices and preparing information kits for media inter­views.
• Execution of photography opportunities; pre- and post-Kenya Re events.
• Assisting in maintaining web content and executing social media strategies
• Assisting in the preparation of quarterly board committee papers.
• Speech writing for the Corporation’s leadership for use during events.
• Planning, Co-ordination, monitoring and execution of Kenya Re events through proper events manage­ment techniques.
• Developing, designing and distributing the internal staff e-newsletter- “Uhondo” informing staff on im­portant events & industry news.
• Providing support and co-ordination of all the Corporation’s Corporate Social Responsibility programs as well as those of the Corporation’s flagship CSR project – Niko Fiti Ability beyond disability.
• Monitoring, tracking, and reporting on media coverage on Kenya Re and insurance related issues and discuss course of action.
• Handling travel protocol requests to the division and ensure they are ready before departure or guest arrival.
• Applicants should possess:
• A degree in Communications or a Public Relations from a recognized University
• Professional Qualification is an added advantage
• 1-2 years progressive experience in supporting external communications and internal communications plans and activities
• Understanding of media relations
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficient in IT, Microsoft Office skills;

Essential Skills

• Excellent in written and verbal communication
• Must be proactive and innovative keeping abreast with communications advancements.
• Must have ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Must be a team player with good interpersonal skills.
• Undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required of you in the post