Job Description:

About the Job

Nyamira County Public Service Board is recruiting a competent and qualified person to fill the vacant position of Communication Officer on a 2-year contract. The holder of the office shall be answerable to the Director, Governor’s Press.

Responsibilities

Create, edit, and publish engaging content for County Government’s website, social media platforms, newsletters, and other communication channels.
Manage and grow County Government’s presence on social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and others.
Develop and implement social media campaigns to increase engagement and reach.
Monitor social media trends and analytics to optimize performance.
Develop creative ways to document programmatic processes, successes, and achievements (e.g. through photos/infographics/case stories, in periodic newsletters, brochures, briefs, website, social sites, etc.).
Store, sort, and maintain a database of photographs of projects and their activities.

Requirements

Have Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade of C.
Have a Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Journalism, Mass Communication, International Relations, Communication Studies, Public Relations or any other approved equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution.
Be proficient in computer applications.
Good interpersonal skills: the ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels, taking into account cultural and language difficulties.
Knowledge of photography and digital camera use.