Advert No. 08/2018
NCPD 5
The job holder will report to the Director General.
Job purpose
The jobholder is responsible for
Provision of leadership in strategic communication for the creation of suitable environment for the attainment of NCPD mandate
Provision of leadership in the development and implementation of NCPD Corporate Communication Policy and Strategies.
Maintenance of continued vigilance over issues that may affect the image of the Council
Advise the Council on strategies to create and maintain appropriate relations and protocols
Responsibilities for the Senior Public Relations Officer Job
Overseeing the coordination and management of all the Public Relations functions of Council
Development of the Council Public Relations Work plan and budget;
Advise Council on appropriate strategies and standards for communicating with stakeholders
Advise Council on matters of creating and maintaining positive visibility
Maintain liaison with mass media on behalf of Council
Work with media outlets to publish timely Council information, such as press releases, brochures, and other materials.
Direct implementation of social media strategies.
Oversee electronic and social media communication.
Oversee publishing of videos and photography on NCPD website and other avenues.
Organize for documenting NCPD events such conferences, and speaking engagements.
Direct information campaigns and marketing NCPD brand with external stakeholders and the media across all communications channels and vehicles.
Collaborate with technical divisions to develop advertising, marketing and promotion plans
Senior Public Relations Officer Job Qualifications
For appointment to this post a candidate must at least;
Be a holder of Master’s degree in Public Relations, Communication or Management;
Be a holder of Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences;
Be a Member of Public Relations Society of Kenya or any other relevant professional body.
Have Seven (7) years of relevant work experience, five (5) of which must be at managerial level;
Be Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Candidates who have attended a Senior Management Course or its equivalent lasting not less than four (4) weeks or its equivalent will have an added advantage.
