County Government Jobs 2013
Kakamega county Public Service Board invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the following positions.
Head of Communication
(1 Post )
Job Group R
The Head of Communication will be responsible to the Governor for the
management of official communication to and from the County Government.
Duties & Responsibilities
Overseeing the official communication function in the county including staff and facilities.
To organizing and managing press releases, press conferences and writing guest columns.
Preparing official speeches and briefs for the Governor.
Producing publications on the County activities and investment opportunities.
Establishing and managing a database of news/information as well as the County Governmnent’s website.
Co-coordinating implementation of the County communication strategy
Undertaking mapping of both TV and radio stations to enable the County
understand which stations to engage when targeting specific audience.
Planning and covering the Governor’s functions and the County
Government’s activities in electronic and print media for dissemination.
Initiating and reviewing of public communications policy in design of
appropriate programmes and infrastructure to facilitate its
implementation
Initiating research on various public communication issues and developing appropriate interventions/response
To carry out any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.
Requirements
Be a Kenyan citizen
In possession of a bachelor’s degree and a post-graduate diploma/ degree
in communication, Public Relations or Journalism from institutions
recognized in Kenya.
Knowledge of a foreign language will be an added advantage.
Have experience of at least ten years in a similar or equivalent position.
Be abreast with current affairs and public sentiments.
Have strong communication, writing, editing and proofreading skills.
Have good judgment and interpersonal skills.
Have thorough knowledge and understanding of print, broadcast, online media and legislative process.
Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as
outlined in articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
Be conversant with computer applications.
Terms of service: Permanent
How to apply:
All applicants should submit their applications together with copies of
their detailed Curriculum Vitae, academic and professional certificates,
testimonials, National Identity Card or Passport, and any other
supporting documents.
The positions applied for should be indicated on top of the envelope.
Kakamega county residents will be required to indicate their
constituency of origin.
Applications should be submitted to:
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER/SECRETARY
COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
P O BOX 36 – 50100
KAKAMEGA
Hand delivered applications can be submitted at County Public Service
Board’s Reception located at former Provincial Headquarters, Block ‘B’
2nd Floor.
All applications should reach this office on or before 1st November, 2013.
County Government of Kakamega is an equal opportunity employer.
