Principal Corporate Communication Officer at Privatization Commission

• The Officer shall report to the Manager, Corporate Communication. The successful candidate will be assisting the department in handling communications between the internal and external stakeholders and providing a linkage between the Authority and all its stakeholders.

Other key responsibilities include:

• Developing for approval and implementing a brand manual for the Authority;
• Developing for approval and implementation of a communication strategy for the Authority;
• Formulating and implementing creative communication strategies and public relations programs;
• Promoting a positive corporate image of Authority to the public through promotions and campaigns;
• Implement corporate social responsibility programs and maintain their impact;
• Initiating timely strategic and appropriate programme to implement Authority’s Corporate Communication strategy;
• Branding and promoting the Authority nationally and internationally;
• Building synergy and enhancing collaboration between the Authority and the public and private sector institutions;
• Undertaking media liaison for Authority ’s campaign activities; and
• Creating awareness of Authority mandate through participation in public shows and exhibitions.

Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-

• Eight (8) years’ work experience, four (4) of which must be in a supervisory position;
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or mass communication, public relations or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in mass communication, marketing or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Post Graduate diploma in Journalism, mass communication or its equivalent from a recognized institution; if the degree is not in Journalism or mass Communication;
• Demonstrated a high degree of responsibility in discharging public relations duties;
• Management course not lasting less than four (4) from a recognized institution;
• Membership of a relevant professional body in good standing;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Fulfil the requirements of chapter six of the constitution

Ref. PA/PCCO/02/2024