- Gathering information on programmes and significant events within the county Government and the impact on customers, and forwarding the same to the head of a Public Communications Unit within the county for dissemination;
- Assisting in the development of communications and media strategy; editing stories on various topical issues before they are released to the public
- liaising with media practitioners and the public on issues of mutual concern in the county
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- scheduling interviews with County Government officials
- managing assigned projects/programmes; and
- Organizing events under the guidance of the head of the Unit/Section
- And any other assigned
Qualifications
- Be a Kenyan citizen;
- Be in possession of a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Journalism, Public Relations, Social Sciences or any other approved equivalent qualifications from a recognized University/Institution;
- Possess good oral and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili; and
- Be proficient in computer
- Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya,
For Promotion the Officer Must
- Have served in the grade of Public Communications Officer I or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service OR in a comparable position in the private sector or social industry for a minimum period of three (3) years or (6) years
- Have a Diploma in any of the following disciplines in the case of serving Certificate holders: Journalism, International Relations, Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Public Relations or its approved equivalent Qualifications from a recognized institution;
- Possess good oral and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili; Possess advanced computer application skills; and
- Have shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
Additional requirements
All applicants are expected to attach copies of the following additional documents
- Tax Compliance Certificate
- Clearance from HELB where necessary
- Clearance from the Ethics and anti-corruption commission
- Certificate of good conduct from the police
- CRB Clearance Certificate
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