Senior Public Affairs And Corporate Communications Officer at Judiciary of Kenya

Requirements

For appointment to this position, the applicant must have: –

1. A Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following: Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Journalism, Public Relations, Corporate Communication or any other equivalent qualifications from a recognized university institution;
2. A Post-Graduate Diploma in any of the following: Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Journalism, Public Relations, Corporate Communication any other equivalent qualifications from a recognized university institution;
3.  Membership to relevant professional body with Good Standing;
4. A Senior Management course or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
5. Proficiency in Computer Applications; and
6. Meets the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.

Work Experience

1. Minimum of Six (6) years relevant work Experience;
2. At least Three (3) years at Supervisory Management level.

Core Job Competencies

1. Excellent written and oral communication skills;
2. Leadership & Good interpersonal skills;
3. Professional and Technical competence;
4. Confidentiality, High Integrity, attention to details and accuracy;
5. Analytical & Negotiation Skills; and
6. Organizational, planning skills and Results-oriented.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Overseeing formulation, implementation and reviewing of the Commission’s Communication policies, strategies and guidelines;
2. Ensuring effective and efficient crisis communication management;
3. Championing public engagement for effective stakeholders’ relations;
4. Managing corporate information gateways for effective communication;
5. Overseeing the development and implementation of strategies to foster positive media relations;
6. Coordinating preparation of timely media supplements, appearances, documentaries, press releases and features;
7. Managing the Commission’s digital platforms;
8. Managing executive events with a view to securing institutional profiling moments;
9. Spearheading the development and implementation of initiatives to promote the Commission’s positive corporate image and foster relations with stakeholders;
10. Facilitating promotion of public awareness of the Commission’s programs and processes through development and dissemination of Information, Education and Communication materials
11. Overseeing the development and implementation of a robust internal communication strategies.