Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (Kenya-AIST) is a newly established specialized post-graduate only institution dedicated to advanced research, education, and training in science, engineering and technology.

Job purpose

The Corporate Communication Officer will coordinate, direct and manage internal and external public relations activities within the 9 Institute; and promote good working relations with the public and stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implementing corporate communications policies, strategies and programmes;
• Implementing media relations and internal communications programmes;
• Reviewing media supplements and documentaries, press/media releases and features;
• Managing and updating social media platforms;
• Developing a public Technopolis framework for purposes of public awareness;
• Maintain a photo gallery for the Institute;
• Coordinating media/advocacy fora;
• Developing and updating a database for media contacts;
• Providing communication linkage between the Institute and stakeholders;
• Editing and production of communication materials, publications, press, statements/releases and writing opinions;
• Ensuring adherence to the corporate brand;
• Developing information education communication materials;
• Analyzing information on communication needs assessment, perceptions, attitude, corporate reputation and recommend intervention measures; and
• Reviewing communication materials, including press releases, talking points, reports, speeches, web material and videos.

Person Specification

For appointment to this grade a candidate must:

• Have a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Journalism, Journalism and Mass Communication, Mass Communication, Communications and Public Relations, International Relations and Diplomacy, Communication Studies, Communication and Media or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Must have at least three (3) years of relevant experience, and
• Be Proficient in computer applications.