Experience and Other requirements:

• 8 years’ experience with at least two (2) years at Principal Officer level 
• Professional qualification in communications
• Analytical, Interpersonal skills, Report writing, Communication skills.
• Must be knowledgeable in the use of computer applications
• Proven leadership skills
• Objectivity and independencePossess the ability to work as a team.
• Analytical, interpersonal and change management skills.

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in mass communication, Journalism, Public and Media Relations or any other relevant field
• A Post graduate diploma in Management, Public Administration is an added advantage.
• An Honour’s Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Media Studies or a relevant field.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop the PR and Media Relations strategy, the Content and the Stakeholder Management strategies and ensure compliance.
• Develop and implement an internal communication crisis management plan to protect the image and brand of the Bureau.
• Manage all publicity campaigns to ensure communication integration across the various platforms.
• Establish and maintain high level relationships with external stakeholders including Partners.
• Review, analyze and evaluate the effectiveness and impact of all communication programs and develop strategies to enhance their effectiveness.
• Support the Executive Committee and Management in the development and implementation of key messages.
• Promote staff engagement through the creative usage of internal communication channels/platforms and tools.
• Vet and approve all service contractors used for corporate events.
• Oversee the execution of corporate events in liaison with the respective Departments.
• Produce and submit monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
• Develop the department’s annual workplan, procurement, training and recruitment plans.
• Direct staff in the department, conduct performance appraisals, as well as identify training and development needs
• Participate in the recruitment of departmental staff in collaboration with Human Resources.
• Prepare and submit accountability for financial resources.
• Perform any other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.