Senior PR Specialist
Region: Nairobi
Band: 4.1
Reporting to: Chief Corporate
Communications Officer
Department: Corporate
Communications
Role Purpose:
The purpose of this position is to
enhance Telkom’s media relations as well as improve Telkom’s stakeholder
relations and engagements by way of a sound Corporate Relations Strategy, with
a key focus on content generation, packaging and dissemination. The holder of
this role also deputises the Chief Officer of the department, as and when
needed.
Responsibilities
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Assist in the production and
monitoring of the company’s Corporate Communications Strategy and execution of
the same.
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Seamlessly coordinate Product PR/
Brand PR/Issue Management/Crisis Communications/Social Communications/Industrial
Relations/Investor Relations, cross-functionally, across the business’ units.
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Oversee publicity for and
orchestration of corporate events and press conferences, taking the lead with
the business’s PR Agency to develop all Corporate Communication material, as
well as confirm on the accuracy of all material set for external dissemination;
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Develop and maintain relationships
with all key local and in some cases international media; personally and via
the PR Agency;
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Lead in the generation, packaging and
dissemination of quality content to all target publics and stakeholders;
·
Continuously monitor global and local
trends, review policies and objectives that impact the business – Market
intelligence.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences,
Journalism or Communications from a recognised institution of Higher Learning.
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Should have a minimum 8 years work
experience in a multi-faceted Communications-inclined environment, with a focus
on content generation and media relations.
Professional Knowledge
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Crisis Management competencies;
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Media Management;
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Event Management;
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Integrated PR skills;
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Should be an active member of the
PRSK;
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CIPR accreditation is encouraged.
Professional Skills:
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Business acumen, strategic planning,
project management, creativity, analytics, oral/written communication;
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Team building and teamwork;
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Organisational adaptation and
flexibility;
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Excellent communication skills (both
oral and written);
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Well networked (in context of role);
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Efficient budget planning and
management;
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Matrix management
Regional Security Coordinator
Region: Nairobi
Reporting to: Head of Security
Department: Administration
& Compliance/Security
Role Purpose:
To ensure the
security of TKL staff, assets and installations
in the regions by implementing laid down Security
procedures , policies , guidelines while using electronic security
Surveillance and by co-ordinating the third party
security service providers. Subsequently, reporting all security breaches
to the Head of Security.
Responsibilities
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Supervise contracted security
guards in the respective region to ensure
they perform to required TKL standards
·
Control Access :
Vetting, logging and disposal of all
visitors to the site hence ensuring that
only authorized personnel access the site. Hold
keys to all offices within site and ensure they are locked after
business hours
·
Ensure consistent
electronic Security surveillance ( CCTV) of site to
detect and deter pilferage or external intrusion though perimeter
walls
·
Monitor and respond to
intruder alarms or fire alarms/ incidents and investigate
cause to ensure that property is
not lost or destroyed
·
Enforcement of security
procedures e.g. searches hence prevention of
theft and pilferage
·
Inducting and
on-the job training of contracted security
staff to ensure that they maintain a
high level of Security standard
·
Security education
of staff within the site to develop
an awareness and hence improve compliance that
would assist secure the site proactively
rather than reactively.
·
Review and oversee
accuracy and quality of all security records maintained by
third party security guards
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Constantly check all regional sites
(technical sites, shops, plots, offices) in order to enhance and prevent
encroachment.
·
Provide regular activity and security
reports together for enhancement of security
Qualifications
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Relevant university degree with
minimum 3-5 years’ work experience in a similar role
Professional Knowledge
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Local site
security standard operating procedures.
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Emergency evacuation knowledge
( fire fighting, first aid)
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Knowledge of basic investigation
principles.
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Access control and
personal Security principles
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Knowledge on manned and electronic
surveillance processes.
Professional Skills:
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Organizational awareness
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Team-work and cooperation
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Analytical thinking & problem
solving
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Able to provide detailed audit
reports, with relevant required preventive and corrective measures
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Good planning and organization skills
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Willingness to travel
How to Apply
This position is open to Kenyan
citizens only. If you fit the required profile, please apply highlighting how
your qualifications, experience and career aspirations match the requirements
for this position.
Application should be sent by
latest 3rd October 2017 , please provide an updated Curriculum
Vitae (CV) including details of your current telephone contacts and names of
three referees.
Apply through recruitment@telkom.co.ke and ensure the job title is quoted on the subject field. Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.