Job particulars
- Job title
- Assistant Director, Corporate Communications
- Hiring organisation
- s Expand Recruitment Services
- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Work arrangement
- On-site
- Industry
- Communication
- Level
- Management
- Posted
- 27 Oct 2026
- Closing date
- 16 Nov 2026
Key responsibilities
- The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail:.
- Oversee the development of Corporate Communications policy, strategy and procedures in line with the Kenya Information and Communications Act and the Centre’s Strategic Plan;.
- Lead corporate communications initiatives aimed at achieving the strategic objectives of the Centre;.
- Guide and approve departmental work plans and programs to deliver on the Centre’s strategic objectives;.
- Coordinate corporate communications initiatives aimed at achieving the strategic objectives of the Centre;.
- Develop the corporate communications plan for promoting the Centre’s mandate;.
- Promote the enhancement and maintenance of the corporate brand to build and brand equity;.
- Manage editorial oversight for the organizations website and other corporate communications tools;.
- Manage the content development and delivery of well targeted communications with internal and external stakeholders through web services, print and electronic media;.
- Lead the development of a framework for monitoring the responses to the Centre’s communications to ensure effectiveness of the feedback mechanism;.
- Spearhead media analysis and research surveys to ensure effective communication of the Centre’s mandate to the targeted audience;.
- Advise management and staff on communication protocols to ensure standardization of communications of the Centre;.
- Guide the management of the Front Office for effective control of the Centre’s visitors and mail services;.
- Manage the coordination and logistical arrangements for the Centre’s events for efficient and effective contribution to the Centre’s mandate;.
- Lead the logical design and content maintenance of the corporate website to ensure it captures the Centre’s brand essence and that it is regularly updated;.
- Coordinate the identification of appropriate Corporate Social Responsibility programs for implementation in support of the public;.
- Coordinate media liaison and facilitate responses to the media in a timely manner;.
- Advise management on the development of general speeches, presentations and other important corporate messages for consistent corporate communications;.
- Review corporate communications budget estimates for effective resourcing of the department’s programs;.
- Manage write-ups and staff communications inclusive of newsletter, articles, video scripts, news updates, company collateral materials, speeches as well as varied communications;.
- Compose press releases and media communications as needed in liaison with other relevant departments;.
- Provide consistent and timely information to employees through various communications programs and channels;.
- Monitor current affairs and communicate to the relevant staff any news or instances that may have an impact on the operations of the Centre;.
- Provide support with Corporate Reputation Management and Crisis Communications Planning;.
- Monitor Front Office service delivery for a positive customer experience;.
- Ensure prudent utilization of resources and assets assigned to the department;.
- Monitor and appraise performance of direct reports;.
- Review of departmental performance to ensure effective delivery of its objectives;.
- Identify and mitigate the department’s risks; and.
- Ensure timely preparation of periodic management reports for the department.
Candidate requirements
- For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:.
- Cumulative service period of twelve (12) years’ relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have been at the grade of Principal Corporate Communications Officer or in a comparable position;.
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Business Management or relevant discipline, from a recognized institution;.
- Master’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Business Management, from a recognized institution;.
- Certificate in Leadership Course lasting at least Four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;.
- Professional membership to the Public Relations Society of Kenya or any other recognized and relevant professional body, and in good standing;.
- Valid practicing license; and.
- Shown merit and ability as demonstrated in work performance.
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Hiring organisation
s Expand Recruitment Services