Principal Public Communications Officer I at Taita Taveta County Public Service Board

Ref No. CPSB/TTC/04/2023

Duties and Responsibilities

• Gathering information on programmes, significant events in a specific sectoral area and the impact on public, and forwarding the same to the head of Public Communications Unit for dissemination;
• Developing, implementing and reviewing policies, strategies, regulations and procedures on corporate communications;
• Coordinating and organizing press teams for prompt and effective coverage of Governor, Deputy Governor and different county departmental events,
• Promoting and managing the corporate image of the organization;
• Coordinating the implementation of branding, awareness and social responsibility activities to enhance visibility of the organization;
• Developing content of events and information for uploading in the organization's social media platforms and website;
• Scheduling interviews with Government officials and other stakeholders;
• Coordinating public functions and corporate events of the organization;
• Coordinating the preparation of reports, speeches, publications, website contents, newsletters, outreach materials and audio/video production;
• Identifying and implementing branding, awareness and social responsibility activities to enhance visibility of the organization;
• Monitoring and managing media coverage and submitting media reports;
• Coordinating organization's public functions and corporate events; and
• Spearheading the editing, designing and distribution of Information, Education, Communication (IEC) including merchandise and promotional materials

Requirements for Appointments

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Served in the grade of Chief Public Communications Officer or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years; or its approved comparable equivalent in the public sector or private sector
• Bachelor's degree in any of the following disciplines: Journalism, Mass Communication, Public Relations, International Relations or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Have a clear understanding of the working of the media and the socio-political environment in Kenya;
• Possess good oral and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili;
• Possess advanced computer application skills;
• Managing incoming media requests and building relationships with journalists; creating, executing and measuring media campaigns;
• Membership with a relevant professional body in good standing;
• Have demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competence in work performance and results.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles of public service as outlined in articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.