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  • Posted: Jan 15, 2020
    Deadline: Jan 29, 2020
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    The Commission is responsible for conducting or supervising referenda and elections to any elective body or office established by the Constitution, and any other elections as prescribed by an Act of Parliament and, in particular, for; The continuous registration of voters and revision of the voter's roll; The delimitation of constituencies and wards; Th...
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    Manager, Communications and Public Affairs

    SCALE 4
    LOCATION IEBC Headquarters
    DIRECTORATE Directorate of Voter Education, Partnership and Communication

    Reporting to the Director of Voter Education, Partnership and Communication, the Manager, Communications and Public Affairs shall be responsible for developing communication
    strategies and policies and responding to public enquiries.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    • Review and initiate Development and Implementation of Public Communications policies, strategies, work-plans and budgets; and design appropriate programs and infrastructure to facilitate its implementation;
    • Initiate and coordinate research and surveys on various media issues and develop appropriate interventions including standards and regulations to manage the function;
    • In liaison with ICT, directorate develop effective, reliable and secure external communications system to ensure timely information and public/stakeholder satisfaction and improvement of the Commission’s brand and image;
    • Planning and/or directing the development of programs for maintenance of favorable public image and the Commission’s agenda and accomplishments;
    • Develop and manage a robust and interactive website, social media and digital platforms;
    • Coordinate and organize fora where the Commission’s policies, programs, and projects can be propagated and promoted - oversee content generation for corporate speeches, media and all communication platforms; and serve as the media liaison for the Commission and facilitate effective media coverage of its activities;
    • Liaise with the relevant directorates and departments to establish efficient media and public response mechanisms, hotlines, and interactive social media in line with the Commissions website and social media strategy
    • Coordinate and prepare media supplements, documentaries, press release/media features and provide periodic reports as may be required; and
    • Co-ordinate establishment and management of Commission’s media and information desks at head office and regional levels.
    • Supervising, guiding, mentoring, coaching, training, and development of communications personnel in the department

    REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

    • Must have a degree in Communications, Public Relations or equivalent form from a recognized institution;
    • A Master’s Degree in Communications or equivalent form a recognized institution;
    • Must have a minimum of ten (10) years of communications work experience, three (3) of which must be at management level;
    • Must be a member of a registered professional body with valid membership certificate;
    • Must have experience in stakeholder/public relations or engagement;
    • Must have experience in editorial and excellent script and speech writing skills;
    • Must have adequate knowledge of Kenya’s media;
    • h) Must have good interpersonal and communication skills;
    • i) Must be a team player and possess good management and leadership skills;
    • j) Must be computer literate and possess good analytical skills;
    • k) Must be a person of undoubted integrity.

    Method of Application

    APPLICATION PROCEDURE

    Applications are strictly online. Details, including job requirements are available on the Commission website, https://www.iebc.or.ke/iebcjobs

    After completing online application, applicants are also required to submit hard copies of application letters, detailed CVs, academic certificates, testimonials, and ID/Passport to:

    The Commission Secretary/CEO
    Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission,
    15th floor Anniversary Towers,
    P. O. Box 45371-00100,
    Nairobi

    Canvassing will lead to disqualification of any applicant. 

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