Corporate Communications Officer I at Kirinyaga University

Job Purpose

• The Job holder is responsible for maintaining a positive corporate image and marketing the University Programmes.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• Implementing corporate communications policies, strategies and programmes;
• Compiling information on articles in the media pertaining to the University;
• Implementing media relations and internal communications programmes;
• Managing social media platforms;
• Organizing corporate functions and events;
• Establishing an inventory of press and other organizations contacts; 
• Providing communication linkage between the University and stakeholders;
• Undertaking media commentary and analysis of print, electronic and social media;
• Editing publications and media liaison;
• Developing information education communication materials;
• Preparing media supplements and documentaries, press/media releases and features; and
• Drafting speeches and articles/features.

Requirements

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Journalism, Journalism and Mass Communication, Mass Communication, Communications and Public Relations, International Relations and Diplomacy, Communication Studies, Communication and Media or equivalent qualification from a recognized and accredited institution;
• Three (3) years’ relevant work experience at the grade of Corporate Communication Officer II or in a comparable position;i
• Registered with relevant professional body (where applicable);
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.