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B. DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE ECONOMIC PLANNING AND ICT

1). POSITION: Public Communication Officer JOB GROUP CPSB 10 (‘J’) (3 POSTS)
Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 31,270 x 1,300 – 32,570 x 1,380 – 33,950 x 1,390 – 35,340 x 1,460 – 36,800 x 1,470 – 38,270 x 1,470 – 39,740 x 1,520 – 41,260 p.m.
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable

Duties and Responsibilities:
Specific duties will entail: -
i. Gathering information on programmes and significant events for production of county weekly newsletter;
ii. Social media Management and media monitoring;
iii. Liaising with media practitioners on issues of mutual concern;
iv. Writing and Editing content for a variety of internal communications channels;
v. Developing content on topical issues for uploading onto county’s website and social media platforms;
vi. Support on protocol organization during government functions;
vii. Assisting in the preparation of media reviews, briefs, press releases/statements and supplements;
viii. Video and Still Camera operations; shooting, production and publicity;
ix. Maintaining public relations records and documents;
x. Participating in event organization;
xi. Writing news stories and features in internal and external publications including, fliers and newspaper supplements; and
xii. Performing any other lawful duties that may be assigned.

Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:
i. Be a Kenyan citizen;
ii. Have a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: Journalism, Mass Communication or Media Studies from a recognized university; and
iii. Have a certificate in computer applications.

PLEASE NOTE:
1. Candidates should NOT attach any documents to the application form.
2. All the details requested in the advertisement should be filled on the form.
3. ALL Serving Officers in Public Service, MUST clearly indicate: -
• The Officer’s Payroll Number;
• Date of first appointment;
• Date of last promotion to the current grade;
• Substantive designation and Job Group; and
• The Officer’s respective public institution.
4. During interviews, shortlisted candidates will be required to produce the following original documents: - National Identity Card; Academic and Professional Certificates; and where applicable; current payslip and letter of last promotion to the current grade.
5. Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
6. The County Government of Kakamega is an equal opportunity employer.
7. Persons living with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
8. Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.
9. Successfully selected candidates will be required to fulfill the Chapter Six requirements of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 on integrity and leadership, before appointment.

HOW TO APPLY
All applicants should click on the Job Offers Option on the County Website www.kakamega.go.ke, fill the Application Form and submit it ONLINE on or before 28th May, 2021 at 11.59 P.M.

N/B: No hard copy or emailed applications to the Board’s official email i.e., cpsb@kakamega.go.ke will be accepted.

Applicants are advised to provide accurate information when making applications, those who give false information regarding their credentials and qualifications will be automatically disqualified.

PLEASE NOTE: Kakamega County Public Service Board (KCPSB) DOES NOT use Agents nor charge ANY FEE at any stage of the recruitment and selection process. Our official communication channels are; email address cpsb@kakamega.go.ke and phone number 0713852573 ONLY.

SECRETARY/CEO, CPSB

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