Responsibilities
Media monitoring, disseminating and preparing relevant briefs to management team;
Preparing public participation activities including programming, messaging and positioning of the County Government in national media;
Drafting news releases and key presentations to various audiences, and preparing press briefing sessions;
Managing media liaison activities including interactive and bonding sessions;
Supervising technical staff including graphic designers and sound technicians;
Writing news stories and features in internal and external publications including magazines, fliers and newspaper supplements;
Contributing and editing news updates on social media platforms; and
Any other lawful duties that may be assigned from time to time.
Requirements
Be a Kenyan citizen;
Have Bachelor’s degree in Journalism & Mass Communication, International Relations, Public Relations and Media Studies from a recognized University;
OR
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution and Diploma in journalism and mass communication, international relations, public relations, media studies and any other relevant field from a recognized institution;
A Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution:
Certificate in digital photography and video editing will be added advantage;
Six (6) years’ experience in mass media and in a busy communication office;
Have a clear understanding of the working of the media and marketing environments;
Excellent oral and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili;
Ability to undertake social research and analysis;
Meet the requirements of Articles 10, 232 and Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Note:
Applicants for the above positions will be required to get clearance from the following to meet requirements of chapter 6 of the constitution of Kenya 2010:-
Kenya Revenue Authority
Higher Education Loans Board
Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
Criminal Investigation Department
Copies of these clearances MUST be attached to the applications
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