Communications Officer
Security Chief Manager
Development Officer
Job Purpose
- Reporting
to the Deputy Vice Chancellor -Academic & Student Affairs, the
Communications Officer will be charged with the responsibility of
planning, developing, implementing and evaluating communications plans
that raise the profile of USIU-Africa and demonstrate communications best
practice.
Key Responsibilities/Tasks
Develop, Implement and Evaluate External Communications
Plans to Support Communications Priorities by;
- Building
and executing effective and dynamic external communications campaigns with
the support of internal communications officer.
- Identifying
external communication gaps and solutions.
- Working
with faculty and student affairs team to generate stories and
conversations that build the image of the University positively.
- Creating
stakeholder maps and refreshing them regularly based on internal and
external influences.Seek Out and Write Stories that Demonstrate the
Impact of USIU-Africa in the Community and Globally Through the Following;
- Developing
processes and channels for seeking USIU-Africa stories within East Africa
and globally.
- Creating
seamless synergy within the Student & Academic Affairs office and the
Marketing & Communication office.
- Working
with faculty to make their research relevant in the mainstream media such
as op-ed pieces and setting up interviews.
- Research
and push for publication of compelling stories about USIU-Africa for
internal and external use.To Support Media Relations and Event
Communications
- Build
and maintain strong relationships with regional and local media houses to
showcase USIU-Africa’s activities and impact.
- Coordinate
logistics and liaise with media for on-site events and promotions.
- Support
all communications initiatives for USIU-Africa’s events.Event Planning
& Management
- Plan
and manage campus wide events that are well thought out and aligned to the
USIU-Africa brand and within the allocated budget.
Minimum Educational/Professional
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s
Degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing or equivalent, from a
recognized university;
- Minimum
of five years’ experience in communications, marketing, media relations, public
relations or related field;
- The
candidate must have photography skills;
- Demonstrated
experience with digital and print communications;
- Excellent
writing and editing skills;
- Demonstrated
experience creating successful communications plans;
- Demonstrated
experience with communications best practice;
- Understanding
of stakeholder engagement and meeting stakeholder communication needs;
- Event
management experience;
- Experience
in brand building;
- Knowledge
of web content management and can write and update content on various
University digital assets;
- Knowledge
of the media industry with contacts within various media organizations,;
- Knowledge
of issues management and crisis communications;
Personal Attributes &
Competencies
- Confident
and, self-assured.
- Takes
initiative to leverage opportunities and tackle challenges.
- Uses
creativity and critical thinking to identify solutions.
- Able
to work as part of a team and independently.
- Builds
and maintains strong relationships with stakeholders.
- Good
at multi-tasking, able to work quickly and effectively.
- Working
knowledge and understanding of the value of storytelling in print, digital
and social media channels.
- Commitment
to USIU-Africa’s vision and values.
How to Apply
Security Chief Manager
Job Purpose
The holder of this position will be responsible for the
effective management of USIU-Africa’s security services to ensure the
University’s management of security is soundly developed, properly executed and
systematically monitored in compliance with the requirements of the national
regulations and as per the University policies.
Key Responsibilities/Tasks
- Develop,
implement, review and maintain a viable security strategy for the
organization to ensure an effective & efficient security process
across all the USIU-Africa premises;
- Develop,
implement and maintain the security program to ensure its effectiveness
through regular evaluation;
- Formulate
an overall security policy for Management Board approval;
- Develop
and promulgate security standards and practices;
- Effective
liaison, coordination and networking with governments, authorities, law
enforcement agencies, relevant national and international agencies and
security stakeholders;
- Ensure
an effective risk analysis, threat assessment and response capability;
- Initiating
special security measures during periods/instances of increased threat;
- Ensure
that all critical areas of security concern are adequately covered in the
security plan and are effectively managed, monitored and controlled;
- Comply
with the security guidelines to ensure maintenance of Standard Operating
Procedures (SOPs) and USIU-Africa standards;
- Represent
the University in operational, coordinative and consultative security
meetings and forums;
- Continuously
assess the Security Management Systems (SEMs) to ensure that all defined
elements are functioning effectively;
- Ensure
good working relationship with the Government, Security and Intelligence
Agencies for up to date information;
- Develop
and implement a security training program to continuously sensitize each
USIU-Africa member on their role and responsibility for security at the
university in order to achieve a security culture and ensure efficient
handling of security matters;
- Prepare,
monitor & control the security budget to ensure effective cost
control;
- Undertake
regular audits, research, surveys and investigations to continuously
improve security management through regular review of policies, procedures
and processes in relation to findings;
- Source
and monitor the effectiveness of third-party security services;
- Responsible
and accountable for all quality control matters of the security
department;
- Provide
specialized advice to the Director Administration in all Security
functions, protection, Intelligence, information and investigation;
- Provide
timely and updated reports on all cases and incidents including the
requisite recommendations to the Management Board for information and
decision making;
- Ensure
ongoing compliance with all regulatory requirement, organization standards
and local security procedures;
- Monitor
trends on issues relating to drugs & psycho-substances and take
corrective measures.
Professional and Educational
Qualifications
- Master’s
Degree in Social Sciences / Criminology / Law / Public administration from
a recognized institution.
- 10
years of relevant experience in a security role, 5 of which should be in a
senior security leadership role in a reputable international organization.
- Comprehensive
understanding of National and International Security environment, security
issues and trends.
- Competency
and demonstrated experience in the use of IT security system.
- Shown
merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
- Demonstrated
experience in strategic leadership and networking with major national and
international organizations.
- Knowledge
of Higher Education environment.
- Knowledge
of Laws of Kenya including the constitution of Kenya 2010 and all relevant
laws of Kenya.
- Membership
of relevant professional body in the security sector e.g. Certified Fraud
Examiner.
How to Apply
Development Officer
Job Purpose
The Development Officer will be in charge
of establishing a robust coordination mechanism with USIU-Africa’s stakeholders
to achieve overall effectiveness in fundraising.
Key Responsibilities/Tasks
- Maintaining
partnerships and networks for donors, alumni and volunteers;
- Planning,
implementing and promoting fundraising programs that support USIU-Africa’s
strategic intent and Schools’ priorities;
- Profiling
and advancing Schools’ flagship projects and events;
- Identify
and research for fundraising and grants opportunities that match
USIU-Africa’s strategic intent;
- Communication
and engagement of USIU-Africa’s current partners and prospects to
facilitate solicitation for grants, donations, partnerships and
sponsorships;
- Maintain
active records for all existing funders and keep track of pledges and
donations accurately at the school level;
- Prepare
draft case statements for fundraising activities and provide institutional
information for grant applications;
- Plan,
implement and monitor fundraising programs at the schools in accordance
with existing university guidelines, and mobilize participation from all
actors;
- Provide
precise information about ongoing fundraising programmes for sharing in
USIU-Africa’s formal communication channels and social media, for
sustained donor interest and alumni giving;
- Carry
out due diligence on potential fundraising partners to promote compatible
and sustainable partnerships, in accordance with existing university
guidelines;
- Recruit
and manage volunteers to participate in various fundraising activities and
promote active participation in fundraising by USIU-Africa’s internal stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Knowledge
of CARS
- Must
have Public Relations skills
- Must
demonstrate knowledge of software to enable automation of fundraising and
grant tracking
- Must
have presentation and report writing skills, in addition to knowledge of
and communication tools such as Desktop Publishing, Graphics
Software, Presentations, and Office Suite.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s
Degree from an accredited university in Business Management, International
Relations, PR and Communications or any other related field;
- 1-3
years’ experience in resource mobilization.
Skills and Competencies
- Superior
written, verbal and organizational skills,
- Excellent
interpersonal skills,
- Ability
to work closely with high level staff/faculty and university committees,
- Read,
write and speak fluent English.
- Analytical,
organizational and time management skills
- Computer
and IT skills
Performance Measures and Targets
- Sustained
fundraising and grants income
- Viable
relationships and partnerships forged
- Accurate
donor and prospect information
- Accurate
records of donations and pledges by individuals and institutions
Personal Attributes &
Competencies
- Confident
and self-assured.
- Takes
initiative to leverage opportunities and tackle challenges.
- Uses
creativity and critical thinking to identify solutions.
- Able
to work as part of a team and independently.
- Builds
and maintains strong relationships with stakeholders.
- Good
in multi-tasking, able to work quickly and effectively.
- Working
knowledge and understanding of the value of storytelling in print, digital
and social media channels.
- Commitment
to USIU-Africa’s vision and values.
How to Apply