JOBS AT PTA BANK JULY 2013

MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION CONSULTANT

Job Summary:
The Media and Communication Consultant will be fully involved in the rebranding project to reposition PTA Bank, provide support with building internal capacity for implementing rebrand efforts through various public relations and communication initiatives. The Consultant is expected to engage with key contacts in government and business,position the Bank in various forums and media   engagements, and coach team members on media relations and management.

Job Specifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with a specialization in economics, political studies, international development studies or other relevant specialization.  A master’s degree in business (MBA) is an added advantage;
• A  minimum of 8-10 years of post-qualification experience in public relations and journalismwith hands on experience in corporate communications and strategy with particular focus on business and financial areas;
• Significant international experience working with governments, development finance institutions and private sector business entities across multiple industry sectors;
• Proven track record in media relations and management;
• Results oriented individual with excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work in a multicultural setting.

Applications should include a resume, passport size photo, contact address and names and addresses of three referees. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Inquiries should be sent toKifle.Hamza@ptabank.org

Applications can be sent directly to the above e-mail address or to the following physical address, on or before 15th July 2013:

The Director, Human Resources and Administration 
The Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development (PTA Bank)
Bishop’s Road, NSSF Complex 22nd Floor
P. O. Box 48596 00-100 
Nairobi
KENYA

ADVOCACY AND CAMPAIGN CONSULTANT

The Advocacy and Campaigns Consultant will be fully involved in advocating and campaigning for new membership expansion as well as deepening relationships with existing stakeholders – both countries as well as other partners, in relation to new Class B shares as well as new business initiatives. The incumbent is expected to support the organization with building internal capacity for member mobilization and stakeholder management

Job Specifications:

• Master’s degree in International Development, Marketing, Communication, Fundraising, Business Administration;
• A minimum of 8 - 10 years of progressively senior and diversified working experience working with governments, private sector business entities and development finance institutions; prior experience of working with governments of potential member states is an added advantage ;
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing business development strategies, public relations and diplomacy, stakeholder management  with proven track record in campaigning and/or advocacy in multiple geographies across the African continent;
• Strong client orientation with excellent relationship management skills;
• Excellent verbal and writing skills with fluency in English and French, knowledge of other languages is an added advantage.

Applications should include a resume, passport size photo, contact address and names and addresses of three referees. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Inquiries should be sent toKifle.Hamza@ptabank.org

Applications can be sent directly to the above e-mail address or to the following physical address, on or before 15th July 2013:

MARKETING COORDINATOR

Job Summary:
The Marketing Coordinator will implement the Bank’s internal marketing and rebranding plans, and will assist in coordinating board meetings and other Bank events.

Job Specifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in marketing, public relations or other communication studies
• A minimum of 3- 5 years of  post-qualification experience in marketing and communications; prior experience in the banking and financial sector is an added advantage;
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and oral) in English and French; knowledge of Portuguese is an added advantage;
• High level of computer literacy and mastery of excel, word, powerpoint.

Applications should include a resume, passport size photo, contact address and names and addresses of three referees. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Inquiries should be sent toKifle.Hamza@ptabank.org

Applications can be sent directly to the above e-mail address or to the following physical address, on or before 15th July 2013:

PUBLIC AFFAIRS AND COMMUNICATION OFFICER

Job Summary:
Under the supervision of Head of Corporate Affairs, the Public Affairs and Communication Officer will be fully involved in the implementation of the communication component of the Bank’s Corporate Affairs strategy. The Officer will be the focal point for all internal and external communication by coordinating information from the various stakeholders and ensuring accurate and timely dissemination.

Job Specifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in international relations or other relevant specialization. A graduate/professional degree in a relevant specialization will have added advantage;
• A minimum of 5 - 8years of post-qualification experience; prior  international experience  in the public affairs space with grounding in institutional trade and development finance is an added advantage;
• Proven track record in engaging with policy and commercial trade agreements in the international arena;
• Demonstrated hands on experience in internal and external communications with an extensive portfolio of written corporate position papers or speeches;
• Results oriented individual with excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work in a multicultural setting.

Applications should include a resume, passport size photo, contact address and names and addresses of three referees. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Inquiries should be sent toKifle.Hamza@ptabank.org

Applications can be sent directly to the above e-mail address or to the following physical address, on or before 15th July 2013:

The Director, Human Resources and Administration 
The Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development (PTA Bank)
Bishop’s Road, NSSF Complex 22nd Floor
P. O. Box 48596 00-100 
Nairobi
KENYA