Director Public Communication job at Tharaka Nithi County Government

Job Detail

Job ID 892
Offered Salary 1000
Career Level Others
Experience 8 Years +
Gender Both
Industry Government
Qualifications Degree Bachelor
State Kathwana
City Kathwana

Job Description

Director Public Communication

Requirements and Competencies for Appointment:

Be a Kenyan citizen;
A Bachelor’s degree and Post-Graduate Diploma in Communication, Public Relations or Journalism from a recognized institution.
A Master’s degree in Communication Studies, Mass Communication, Public Relations, International Relations, Information Sciences or Journalism or any other approved equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
Have experience of at least ten (10) years in a communication or media position;
Have Certificate in Computer Applications;
Be abreast with current affairs and public sentiments;
Have proven communication, writing, editing and proficiency skills;
Have proven 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;
Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;

Duties and Responsibilities
The Director Public Communication shall be responsible to the employer and the supervisor for the following;

Initiate, review public communications policy and design appropriate programmes and infrastructure to facilitate its implementation;
Initiate research on various Public Communication issues and developing appropriate interventions and response;
Coordinate internal and external communications;
Develop standards and regulations in the management of public communications functions;
Advise the Executive on Public and International Relations relevant to the County functions and ensure the County promotes a positive cooperate image;
Coordinate the entire County’s corporate affairs, activities and development;
Provide media coverage to the County functions and overseeing the functioning of the media center;
Organize and manage press release, press conferences, writing guest columns; and preparing official speeches and briefs for H.E. The Governor;
Produce and communicate publications on the County programs, activities and investment opportunities
Establish and manage a database of news and information; and
Any other lawful duties as may be assigned from time to time.

All applications should be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked on the top left side the position applied for so as to reach the undersigned on or before 26th June 2025 by 5.00 pm.

Applications should be addressed to:

THE SECRETARY
COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
THARAKA NITHI COUNTY
P.O. BOX 10-60406
KATHWANA

Tharaka Nithi County is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equality within the organization. Applicants comprising persons with special needs are encouraged to apply.

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