For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Served for a minimum period of three (3) years at the grade of Director Public Communications/Information, CSG 5.
• A Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: communications/public relations studies, mass communication, journalism, public relations, communication studies, media studies/science, or its equivalent qualification from a recognized university in Kenya.
• A Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: communications/public relations studies, development communications, corporate communications, or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized university in Kenya.
• Membership to a professional body and in good standing (where applicable).
• Demonstrated technical and professional competence, managerial and leadership capabilities, and thorough understanding of Public Communications.
• Exhibited thorough understanding of national development policies, goals, legislations, and objectives and the ability to integrate them into Public Communications functions.

Duties and Responsibilities

• An officer at this level will report to the Principal Secretary (PS), State Department for Broadcasting and Telecommunications for effective management and administration. Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:
• Spearheading development, implementation, and review of policies, regulations, strategies, standards, and guidelines on Public Communications.
• Providing technical advice on emerging trends in Public Communications.
• Overseeing monitoring and evaluation of Public Communications programs and projects and ensuring adherence to public communications professional standards and ethics.
• Overseeing and coordinating communication of government policies, strategies, programs, and projects as well as liaising with the relevant stakeholders on issues that need to be communicated to the public.
• Providing oversight and direction in monitoring and analyzing media content to enhance national cohesion, peace, and security.
• Establishing linkages and partnerships with relevant stakeholders in matters pertaining to public communications and promoting and maintaining a positive image of the Government.
• Spearheading research on various public communications matters and developing appropriate interventions, as well as spearheading citizen engagement and public awareness campaigns.
• Overseeing the operationalization and management of the National Government Contact Centre and Media Centre.
• Coordinating the utilization and management of government websites and digital communication platforms.
• Overseeing the development and implementation of the strategic plan, work plan, budget, procurement plans, performance contract, and staff appraisal.