The Kenya Institute of Supplies Management is a corporate body established through an Act of Parliament, the “Supplies Practitioners Management Act (SPMA), 2007”. KISM is mandated to make provision for the training, registration and licensing of supplies practitioners; to regulate their practice and for connected purposes. The Institute serves as the National body for Procurement and Supply Chain Professionals in the private and public sectors in Kenya.
The KISM Council is seeking to recruit a hands-on, dynamic, knowledgeable, and performance-oriented person to fill the position of COMMUNICATION AND PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER, Ref. CPRO-001/2022
A description of this
Vacancy and Requirements is outlined here below.
Department: Business Development
Reporting To: Business Development Manager
Job Summary:
The role entails
responsibility for the implementation of the Public Relations and communication
strategy in pursuit of the achievement of the mandate and vision of the
Institute to promote high ideals of the corporate image and the KISM brand
through service protocols to members of the public and other stakeholders
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
Communication and Public Relations
- Facilitate
the development of comprehensive corporate communications and PR Strategy
Develop a work plan for the implementation of the strategy
- Monitor
the implementation of the communications and PR strategy Put together a
content development plan
- Provide
advice on how to engage mainstream media houses and establish collaboration
- Assist
in the development of journalist/reporters’ database
- Provide
advice in conceptualizing media events and ensuring coverage of events by
the media Coordinate the Institute’s events, including press conferences
and media briefings
- Facilitate
a media skills training for key organization staff Provide input on
revamping of the Institute’s website
- Edit,
update and manage the institute’s website and social media platforms
ensuring that the content is factual, timely, and a correct representation
of the Institute.
- Provide
advice on improving branding including assistance in developing a branding
and style guide for KISM
- Develop
content for print and electronic media to ensure clear communication to
stakeholders Track, analyze and report on media mentions and maintain all
records of media coverage
- Provide
requisite information to ensure accurate and timely responses to media and
other key stakeholders.
- Ensure
that the newsletter is produced on time and as per the Institute’s quality
standards. Plan and coordinate activities toward successful delivery of
excellence awards and recognition programs
- Provide
feedback to enhance business processes and initiate process improvement to
achieve operational excellence.
- Develop
individual work plans, monitor own performance, and seek requisite support
to ensure delivery of agreed targets.
Social Media:
- Increase
KISM’s presence in multiple social media channels ensuring that the
presence is actively robust in engaging with the various relevant public
- Generate
a detailed social media strategy based on various communication strategies
and activities work plans within KISM
- Develop
a weekly social media engagement plan
- Advice
and assist in the creation of relevant media assets for social media
engagement such as photos and captions, short videos, infographics etc.
- Continuous
monitoring of updating of social media accounts
- Generating
weekly and monthly reports on the accounts include the number of persons
reached, impressions, and levels of engagement on various social media
accounts
- Advising
KISM on topical issues on social media requiring the Institute‘s
attention
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s
Degree in Communication, Public Relations or any other related field
Professional Certification in Communication, Public Relations or a related
field; Member in good standing of a professional body, preferably PRSK,
MSK.
- Knowledge
of relevant computer packages.
Experience
Six (6) Years of
relevant working experience; 3 years of which should be in a supervisory role
Skills/competences
- Ability
to deliver results in a complex and dynamic environment.
- Interpersonal
Communication, Client Relationships, Writing, Public Speaking, Creativity,
Innovation, Excellent team player
- Ability
to identify customer needs and deliver service excellence.
- Demonstrate
knowledge on relevant legislation and applicable professional standards.
High level of integrity and interpersonal skills.
- Ability
to work with minimum supervision and under strict timelines. High level of
attention to detail.
- Knowledge
of relevant media software. Excellent analytical skills.
In addition to the professional qualifications, successful
candidates will be required to meet the expectations of Chapter 6 on Leadership
and Integrity and possess;
- Valid
certificate of Good conduct
- Clearance
certificate from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission o Certificate
of compliance from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) o A valid Kenya
Revenue Authority (KRA) Tax Compliance clearance
- A valid certificate of
clearance from the Credit Reference Bureau o A relevant identification
document
- Valid Membership Certificate
from relevant Professional body
How to Apply
All Application letters indicating the role and reference number,
together with Curriculum Vitae and relevant certificates should be sent online
in PDF format addressed to the CEO KISM, vacancies@kism.or.ke to reach him not later
than Thursday,
12th May 2022.
All applicants will also
be required (MANDATORY) to submit a filed KISM
Job Application Form (Google Form) in addition to sending the application
letter and certifications. The template form (Google Form) can be accessed
using this link https://forms.gle/md4Vbxju9WoiwEky6
KISM is an equal
opportunity employer and qualified applicants from all backgrounds are
encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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