Principal Officer, Corporate Communications (Re-Advertisement) at Salaries and Remuneration Commission

The Commission was established when the fiscal sustainability of the wage-bill; attraction and retention of requisite skills to execute public service functions; productivity and performance; and transparency and fairness in remuneration setting and review, is seriously in question. It came at a time when the slow growth of the economy and high cost of living has eroded the purchasing power of most workers. The Salaries and Remuneration Commission was established with a view to bring order and sanity in salary setting. VISION Equitable and sustainable remuneration and benefits for state and public officers in kenya. MISSION To set, review and advise on fair, competitive and sustainable remuneration and benefits through research and analysis. CORE VALUES Integrity Objectivity Team Work Inclusiveness Responsiviness Creativity and Innovation Accountability and Transparency

Grade:  RL 4

Corporation/Organisation:  Salaries and Remuneration Commission

Directorate: N/A

Department: Corporate Communications

Division: N/A

Section / Unit: N/A

Reporting Relationships

Reports to: Head of Corporate Communications

Direct Reports: Corporate Communications Officer

Indirect Reports: N/A

Job Purpose

Responsible for implementing the corporate image and stakeholder management policies and strategies to enhance the Commission’s brand.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provide input into the departmental work plan and compile budget estimates to inform the departmental planning process;


• Support in the management of media relations to build a positive SRC image;


• Organise and coordinate the Commission events, including press conferences and media briefings;


• Facilitate access to information and data when required by the public;


• Manage review of media and social media for news and information relating to SRC’s mandate;


• Assist in monitoring the impact of the communications strategy, communications policy, stakeholder management and mapping strategy, stakeholder management policy, and propose reviews where appropriate;


• Design Mishahara quarterly newsletter, e-Connect weekly bulletin, publications and reports, information, education and communication materials, promotional materials, and graphics
  
  for social media and website, among others;


• Ensure approved graphic designs fit within printer-ready resolutions and specifications, and liaise with external printers, as necessary.


• Lead the development and performance management of staff that report to the position for the achievement of both individual and departmental goals;


• Carry out training needs assessment and propose training programmes for departmental staff that report to the position;


• Identify and evaluate communication risks and implications of all of the departmental activities;


• Supervise and evaluate the performance of staff that report to the position; and


• Mentor and coach staff that report to the position, in liaison with the Head of Corporate Communications.

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

• Implement policies, procedures and manuals to ensure improved efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery;


• Draft content for print and electronic media to ensure clear communication to stakeholders;


• Review and update the Commission’s website, intranet and social media platforms ensuring that the content is factual and timely;


• Provide requisite information to ensure accurate and timely responses to media and other key stakeholders.


• Respond to media queries for the Commission to ensure responses are timely and factual, in liaison with the Head of Corporate Communications;


• Prepare content for information, education and communication materials and other promotional materials;


• Implement the corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategy and programmes;


• Draft opinion editorials for publication in line with Commission’s mandate.


• Draft press releases and briefs on SRC’s programmes and activities;


• Draft speeches and statements for the Chairperson and CEO;


• Review audio-visual productions, documentaries, radio productions, as well as other printed materials;


• Identify public relations issues as they emerge and propose remedial action;


• Provide secretarial services to the Commission’s Corporate Image and Stakeholder Management Committee, as may be assigned by the Head of Corporate Communications;


• Develop individual work plan, monitor own performance and seek support to ensure delivery of agreed targets; and


• Prepare and submit departmental monthly, quarterly and annual reports to Head of Corporate Communications.

Job Dimensions:

Financial Responsibility: Provide input to the department budget and procurement plan.

Responsibility for Physical Assets: 

• Computer


• Office equipment and furniture


• Camera


• Banners

Decision Making / Job Influence 

• Managerial


• Analytical


• Operational

Working Conditions: Office setting with occasional travel out of office.

Requirements

Academic qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Journalism or any Bachelor’s degree with a Post Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication or Journalism from a recognised university.


• Master’s degree from a recognised university shall be an added advantage.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies

• Member of Public Relations Society of Kenya in good standing.


• Previous relevant work experience required


• Eight (8) years of relevant work experience, with at least 4 years in a comparable position in a reputable organisation.

Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:

• Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution;


• Must possess graphic design skills and experience.


• Knowledge of relevant media and other graphic design software;


• Ability to deliver results in a complex and dynamic environment;


• Demonstrate ability to manage and lead high performing teams;


• Ability to identify customer needs and deliver service excellence


• Demonstrate knowledge on relevant legislation and applicable professional standards;


• High level of interpersonal skills;


• Ability to work with minimum supervision and under strict timelines;


• High level of attention to detail;


• Ability to work with teams;


• Possess problem solving skills;


• Good analytical and communication skills.

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