Corporate Communications Officer At Karatina University

Basic Salary for this position is betweenKshs. 108,714 by Kshs. 4,250 to Kshs. 155,461Job Description for Corporate Communications OfficerSupervise all staff under him/her.Liaise with media (coverage of all University functions)Write, edit and distribute various types of content, including material for a website, press releases, marketing material and other types of content that take the message to the public.Oversee, prepare and contribute stories, photos and editing of the internal newsletterCoverage of University activities (both video and photography)Ensure posting of all advertising both internally and externally (media houses)Ensure Media monitoring and evaluation and advice University Management accordingly.Organize and coordinate University exhibitions and marketing activities.Responsible for development and implementation of the strategic plan for all departments (for all HOD's)Maintain a database of media organizations and contacts within them.Manage the company's or organization's social media communications.Regularly meet with and conduct interviews with media personnel.Create and produce Annual newsletters for the organization.Develop and maintain working relationships with journalists in multiple types of media outlets.Act as a spokesperson for the organization.Prepare and manage the organization's communication budgetCoordinate the implementation of Corporate Communication and Branding Policy;Establish and maintain continual information flows between the University and its stakeholders;Ensure prudent and efficient management and utilization of resources within the Corporate Communication and Branding Office;Lead on brand building and brand communications, including content planning and reporting;Provide leadership in the conceptualization, planning and implementation of brand sensitization activities and supporting partners as needed.Developing and revising communication strategies,Scanning and assessing the internal and external environment, for issues that might impact the University Brand, and helping the University adapt to the information needs of its stakeholders,Devising mechanisms to enable Monitoring and Evaluation of the University's Communication and Branding strategies.Any other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.Job Requirements for AppointmentMaster's Degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution.At least six (6) years relevant work experienceGood knowledge of Information Communication TechnologyMembership registration with a professional bodyNote:Interested applicants with a bias towards media and journalism, social media, documentaries and website management are encouraged to apply.