Principal Corporate Communication Officer at National Land Commission

Job purpose:

The purpose of the position is to coordinate Implementation and promotion of the commission’s corporate identity and Communication.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates development of the communication budget
• Lead in preparation of Communication quarterly and annual reports
• Supervises and guides the work of Communication officers
• Coordinates the drafting of press releases, press briefings and Commissions image building activities;
• Plans and organises the work of the pillar team to accomplish project strategic & project goals and targets in the most cost-effective and impactful manner possible
• Proactively develop a network of external relationships including with Development Partners and key national, regional and sector press
• Supervises the development of content and the continuous update of the office website, and social media platforms
• Supervises the development of communication tools including brochures, banners and branded novelties for public functions and publicity events.
• Prepares reports to management and external partners/clients on implications of research and knowledge management results on the land sector.
• Writing articles for publication in journals, website, social media and other platforms
• Reviews, analyses and synthesizes information and ensure all projects are conducted with sound practices and techniques.
• Track and review media coverage on land and related issues.
• Supervise development of internal publications such as newsletters, releases, email announcements, planned publications, on-line, intranet, video, special projects and assignments
• Coordinate Preparation of publications and information communication and education materials, such as newsletters, brochures, posters, calendars
• Executes media relations plans, in line with the commission’s strategic interests
• Certifies the rules and procedures of conducting communication and ensure compliance with the communication strategy.

Academic Qualifications;

• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communications, Information Science, Linguistics, Public Relations or Sociology from a recognized institution.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies;

• Candidate must be a certified and registered member of good standing of the Public Relations Society of Kenya (PRSK) or a similar relevant PR/Corporate Communication & marketing membership organization

Previous relevant work experience required;

• Nine (9) years of service, and (3) years’ experience in a comparable position from a reputable organization

Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;

• Leadership skills.
• Organisational skills.
• Conflict management skills.
• Presentation skills