Information and Communication Officer (1 Post) at Kiambu County Government

Duties & Responsibilities 

• Creating visual text and imagery concepts using computer software, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, or captivate the target audience.
• Developing the overall layout and production design for advertisements, brochures, magazines, corporate reports, etc.
• Designing graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, logos, or imagery for print and digital uses including banner ads, social media posts, website graphics, magazine advertorials, etc.
• Using various media to achieve artistic or decorative effects.
• Deciding how images and text work together in a specific layout.
• Transform statistical data into visual graphics and diagrams.
• Creating infographics, which can make complex ideas more accessible.
• Support effective and timely internal communication;
• Assist in drafting the content of internal and external messages to convey important developments, brief on the outcomes of events and other relevant initiatives;
• Perform other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Person Specifications: 
For appointment to this scale, a candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Be a Kenyan citizen.
• Be a holder of a Bachelor’s Degree from a University recognized in Kenya and a post graduate qualification in any of the following: Mass Communication, Graphic Design, Journalism, Media Studies/Science or a related field.
• Have working experience of not less than 5 years preferably in graphic design
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Illustrator. 
• Experience with 3D animation and video editing is a plus.
• Strong portfolio of motion graphics work that showcases creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to bring ideas to life.
• Possess good oral and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili.
• Should have good attention to detail and good relationship management skills.
• Be computer literate.
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter six of the constitution.