Kisii County is one of the forty seven Counties of Kenya. It shares common borders with Nyamira County to the North East, Narok County to the South and Homabay and Migori Counties to the West.

VACANCY NO. KSI/PSB/EA/9/2024

Requirements for Appointment:

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Served in the grade of Assistant Director of Public Communications and above, or its equivalent in the wider Public service for a minimum period of three (3) years and has been in continuous service for a period of not less than ten (10) years; or served in a comparable and relevant position in the private sector for a minimum period of five (5) years at senior management level in a large organization.
• Have a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Public Relations or Journalism from a recognized institution;

OR,

• A Bachelor’s degree and a Post-Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Public Relations or Journalism from an institution recognized in Kenya.
• A Master’s degree in Communication Studies, Mass Communication, Public Relations, International Relations, Information Sciences or Journalism or any other approved equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
• Be abreast with current affairs and public sentiments;
• Have proven communication, writing, editing and proficiency skills in computer application;
• Have proven knowledge and understanding of print, broadcast, online media and legislative process;
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010

The duties and responsibilities include: –

• Organizing and managing press conferences and preparing press releases, official speeches and high impact notes for H.E. The Governor;
• Organize media coverage for County functions and media interviews on county issues;
• Advise the Executive on Public and International Relations practices relevant to the County functions and ensure the County promotes a positive corporate image;
• Coordinate the entire County’s corporate affairs, activities and development;
• Coordinate internal and external communications.
• Produce and publish publications on the County programs, activities and investment opportunities.
• Preparing media supplements, documentaries and news dispatches;
• Initiate, review of county communication policy and design appropriate programmes and infrastructure to facilitate its implementation;
• Initiate research on various Public Communication issues and developing appropriate interventions and response;
• Coordinate publicity, advertising and public awareness campaigns in the county.
• Establish and manage a database of news and information; and
• Any other lawful duties as may be assigned from time to time.