Busia County PSB Public Communications Officer II Job

Public Communications Officer Job, Communication Kenyan Jobs 2023, 

Pursuant to Article 235(1)(b) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and Section 59(1)(b) of the County Governments Act No. 17 of 2012; the County Public Service Board of Busia invites applications from suitable qualified persons to fill vacant positions in the Governorship on Three (3) years contract (Renewable) as follows:

PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER II, (EDITOR/CAMERA PERSON), JOB GROUP J- 1 (ONE) POST-ADVERT No: CPSB/29/2023

Duties and Responsibilities

• Gathering information on existing programmes, significant events and the impact on customers and forwarding the same to the head of Department for


• Liaising with media practitioners and the public on issues of mutual concern under the guidance of a senior


• Operate professional video and still cameras for news as well as documentary production


• Able to edit sequences using Final Cut Pro or other editing systems


• Able to travel widely for news and documentary assignments as and when required


• Take care of camera and other equipment assigned and also develop and maintain a well- documented photo and video archive


• Design creative graphics for social media, posters, flyers, website and other publicity and marketing materials;


• Prepare visual presentations by designing art and copy layouts;


• Develop presentations, web interface and interactive products and layout and design presentations;


• Deliver creative graphic and technical solutions for use for new media;

Qualifications

• Be a Kenyan Citizen


• Be in possession of a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Journalism, Public Relations, Social Sciences and sound technician or any other approved equivalent qualifications from a recognized /Institution;


• possess advanced computer application skills; and


• Have shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and


• Computer Literacy

For promotion

For promotion to this position, an officer must:

• Have served in the position of Public Communications Officer III or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years


• The officer must have Diploma in the following disciplines: Mass Communication,


• Communication Studies, Journalism, Public Relations, and Social Sciences or sound technician


• Strong people skills and the ability to work in a team


• possess good oral and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili;


• Computer literacy

How to Apply

All applicants should submit their application letter together with copies of their detailed curriculum vitae with names, address and telephone contacts, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, national identity card and any other supporting documents to the County Public Service Board – PORT VICTORIA PLAZA on or before Monday 24th April, 2023 at 5.00 p.m.

 Applications should be addressed to:

The Secretary/CEO, County Public Service Board,

County Government of Busia,

P.O Box 1103- 50400,

Busia.

The County Government of Busia is an equal opportunity employer, women, youth, and people living with disability are encouraged to apply.

ALL FORMS OF CANVASSING WILL LEAD TO AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION.

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