Assistant Corporate Communications Manager - Kenya Film Classification Board

The Kenya Film Classification Board (KFCB) is a State Corporation established under the Film and Stage Plays Act Cap 222 Laws of Kenya with a regulatory function to ensure that films screened to the public are in line with the national aspirations and culture.The Board invites applications from suitable and qualified persons to fill the following position:
Assistant Manager, Corporate Communications
KFCB Grade 3
Ref: KFCB/AD/1/2015
1 Post
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

Initiating, designing, developing, reviewing and implementing a Communications Strategy geared towards attaining and sustaining a positive public image of the Board;

Managing and coordinating media processes including press briefs, press releases and publications to be disseminated to the public;

Coordinating customer satisfaction surveys and implementing the survey recommendations;

Coordinating interactive public functions and events to promote and publicise activities of the Board including shows, fairs and exhibitions;

Updating the Board’s website in liaison with the Information Communication and Technology (ICT) Unit;

Overseeing the monitoring of print and electronic media for topical issues and other information deemed useful to the Board;

Managing customer feedback including compliments, suggestions and complaints in liaison with the Administration Division;

Overseeing the developing, packaging and production of communication briefs and publications for use, to the public;

Developing, maintaining and managing an information resource centre and coordinating use of its resources;

Managing meetings and communication channels in the Board for effective and efficient information flow.For appointment to this grade, the applicant must have:

Ten years working experience, three of which should be at management level in either Public or Private Sector;

Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Journalism, International Relations, Public Relations or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;OR

Bachelor’s degree in social sciences with a Post – Graduate Diploma in any of the following fields: Journalism, Mass Communication, International Relations, Communication Studies, Public Relations or any other equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution;

Masters in any of the following fields: Journalism, Mass Communication, International Relations, Communication Studies, Public Relations or any other equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution;

Certificate in Leadership/Corporate Governance from a recognized Institution;

Good oral and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili;

Membership to a recognized professional body (PRSK);

Certificate in computer applicationsHow to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications, enclosing copy of National Identity card, detailed Curriculum Vitae, day time telephone contacts, names and contacts of three referees and certified copies of both academic and professional certificates to reach the undersigned not later than 2nd April, 2015.
Chief Executive Officer
Kenya Film Classification Board
P. O. Box 44226 - 00100
Uchumi House
Nairobi
Note:
1. KFCB is an Equal Opportunity Employer (No discrimination against gender or disability)
2. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.