Chief Public Relations Officer
Reporting to the Director
General,
The
job holder will steer corporate communication, advise management on strategic
communication initiatives and promote mutual relationships with NCPD external
and internal publics contributing to the realization of the Council’s mandate.
Duties and
responsibilities at this level will entail: –
Guides
development, review and implementation of the Council’s corporate communication
policies, standards, strategies, guidelines, procedures, programmes and plans.
Coordinates
corporate communication activities during Council’s events and conferences.
Drives promotion of the NCPD brand to enhance visibility and image.
Responsible
for implementation of the NCPD Corporate Communication Policy
Spearheads
and maintains appropriate relations and protocols with both internal and
external publics.
Coordinates
perception surveys, media research & analysis, PR research, gather
communication intelligence and carry out audience analysis.
Coordinates
generation of content to the website and other social media platforms.
Manages
internal communication channels and advices NCPD staff and Board on press
relations, media engagement and public speaking proposals.
Support
the production of visual, audio visual, web based advertisements and other
broadcast material that support the Council’s objectives.
Liaises
with the media to provide publicity for Council events and engagements.
Coordinates
implementation of the Council’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
initiatives.
Reviews
press releases/statements, keynote speeches, television and radio interviews
and corporate branding.
Identifies
and projects potential communication crisis and advises on proactive measures.
Develops
and implements the Unit’s work plan and budget.
Mentors,
coaches and manages staff performance in the Unit.
Responsible
for implementation and maintenance of ISO management systems in the Unit.
Promotes
integrity, professionalism and foster a culture that upholds good corporate
governance.
Requirements for
appointments
For appointment to this
grade, a candidate must have: –
Satisfactorily
served for a cumulative period of nine years, three of which Should have been
at Senior Public Relations Officer, Grade NCPD 5 or an equivalent position in a
comparable organization;
Master
degree in Journalism/Communication studies/ Public Relations/Corporate
Communication/ Development Communication and Media Studies
Bachelor’s
Degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communications, Communication
Studies, Journalism, Public Relations, International Relations or equivalent
qualification from a recognized institution
Been
registered with a relevant professional body where applicable;
Proficiency
in Computer application skills;
Demonstrated
merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
How To Apply
Applicants who meet the
above requirements should send their application letter together with detailed
CV indicating three (3) names of references, current position/grade and daytime
telephone numbers, copies of academic and professional certificates, testimonials
and a copy of National Identity Card/Passport to
The Director General,
National Council for
Population and Development
P. O. Box 48994-00100
Chancery Building 4th
Floor
NAIROBI – KENYA
on or before 5:00 pm (East African Time) on
21st November, 2023 Hand delivered applications can be
delivered to National Council for Population and Development Head Office
situated at the Chancery Building, 4th floor, Valley Road. Please note that
only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and canvassing will lead to
automatic disqualification.
