Job Description
Reporting to the HOD- PR & Corporate
Communication the position holder will be responsible
for developing innovative internal and external communications strategies,
clear narratives and PR campaigns that are tailored Safaricom’s goals and
initiatives. This includes overseeing the implementation of the local and
regional news agenda, content, programs, and channels, proactive building and
managing relationships with key stakeholders across businesses functions, and
critical partners.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible in gathering for the
communication requirements of assigned divisions and departments.
- Responsible for ensuring the
development and implementation of effective communication strategies for
the respective teams.
- Provide expert internal and
external communications counsel to the leaders.
- Responsible for understanding and
meeting monthly, quarterly, and annual PR targets.
- Generate positive press coverage
around news, events, activities, issues, developments &
personalities.in line with protecting and elevating the brand.
- Contribute to ensuring that
Safaricom is perceived positively across all major stakeholders &
constituencies.
- Support and Contribute to the
crisis communications team and the larger Crisis Management team.
- Leading press engagement strategy
for the company and develop & maintain personal relationships with key
media influencers and leading relevant bloggers.
- Lead and develop innovative
communications campaigns around fintech products – with clear narratives.
- Measure results of communications
efficacy and report in a timely fashion.
- Proactively take on improvement
initiatives.
- Manage and support issues
management, when necessary.
- Ensure & maintain absolute
confidentiality on information obtained.
Qualifications
- Degree in a technology related
course (Computer Science, Software Engineering etc) with a media
background
- Degree in PR, Communication,
Journalism, BA or any related field with a technology background.
- Over 8 years in Media, Marketing,
PR & Communications (agency or in-house).
- ICT & Tech experience is a
must.
- Demonstratable and Impeccable
skills across PR and the rest of the communications mix.
- Excellent presentation, writing,
proofing & editing skills.
- Demonstration of experience in
blogging or content generation and previous work experience with
technology firms is an added advantage.
- Possess a strategic approach to
problems solving; able to anticipate potential reputational risks and
issues.
- Creative yet analytical approach
to creating content, setting up processes and utilizing data at hand.
- Highly driven, self-motivated,
target oriented, resilient, and tenacious.
How To Apply