Job description
– Organize media coverage for national and international meetings and
Conferences in which the Ministry is involved;
– Cover audiences and press conferences of the Minister and Permanent
Secretary;
– Keep good relations with different public and private medias;
– Supervise activities of translation and interpretation in specialized services;
– Compose speeches, messages and Press communications of the Minister and
the Permanent Secretary;
– Elaborate communication programs to inform national and International
audiences about Ministerial activities and achievements ;
– Publish and broadcast messages, speeches and conversations organized by
the Ministry;
Make regular critical analysis of the national and international press and
produce technical summary of the Information to the Minister or Permanent
Secretary;
– Inform and orient the public to the Ministry’s Services;
– Provide information for updating the website of the Ministry and ensure that
the site is always updated with relevant information.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Communication
3 Years of relevant experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism
3 Years of relevant experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations
3 Years of relevant experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Media
3 Years of relevant experience
Master’s Degree in Public Relations
1 Year of relevant experience
Master’s Degree in Journalism
1 Year of relevant experience
Master’s Degree in Communication
1 Year of relevant experience
Masters Degree in Media
1 Year of relevant experience
Degree in any other field with a relevant professional experience in communication, media and/or public relations
5 Years of relevant experience
Competency and Key Technical Skills
N/A
Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.
Inclusiveness
Accountability
Communication
Teamwork
Client/citizen focus
Professionalism
Commitment to continuous learning
Resource management skills
Analytical skills
Problem solving skills
Decision making skills
Time management skills
Risk management skills
Results oriented
Digital literacy skills
Fluency in Kinyaranda English and or French knowledge of Swahili is an added advantage
Ability to develop and implement communications initiatives using appropriate tools and channels
Research and critical thinking skills
Ability to convey ideas clearly and concisely
Verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills
Creative thinking skills and solution-oriented attitude
Organizational and planning skills
Ability to understand and apply fundamental concepts and principles related to investigating facts
Ability to understand and apply fundamental concepts and principles related to investigating facts, gathering and packaging of information for effective delivery to audiences
Knowledge of policies and procedures relating to communication and media
Knowledge of online communication tools with special emphasis in audiovisual production and dissemination
Ability to advise and provide technical support to government institutions and officials on media and communications matters
