The Assistant Director Communications and Knowledge Management will take leadership in developing and implementing the Commission’s overall communications strategy to increase the Commission’s visibility, broaden the impact of the Commission’s programs, oversee organizational messaging and constituent services.

Duties & Responsibilities
Develop and implement communication strategies that will broaden programmatic reach and deepen impact of the Commission’s work.
Lead the documentation of program evidence and use it to profile the Commission, increase its visibility, support learning, dissemination of new knowledge and change .
Strengthen awareness of the Commission’s programs, enhance its reputation and support resource mobilization efforts.
Work with technical managers and Heads of Departments to ensure that communication strategies are mainstreamed in programs/projects
Manage media relations and maximize media opportunities for positive, relevant media and exposure for the Commission.
Maximize national and regional media opportunities as well as identify significant media and public policy issues that can be leveraged to support the Commission’s work, create and implement plans to exploit them.
Oversee branding and corporate products’ promotional activities (e.g. print/media, audio/video) including content management; preparation for publishing, design; liaising with printers, translators, editors and other suppliers for the production and dissemination of the end product. Supervise desktop publishing activities.
Web administration as well as curating, repackaging and sharing information from public media for social media to enhance public awareness programs and feedback
Take leadership in web administration and social media communication and management
Oversee organizational response to inquiries about NCIC and maintain internal and external feedback systems
Build capacity and assist staff and Commissioners to improve the quality and consistency of their communications through creation of templates, style guides, libraries of standard information, how-tos, copy-editing and proof-reading, and co-authoring materials.
Ongoing monitoring of reach and impact of Commission’s communications, including creation of regular reporting.
General administrative and communications support for special events.
Build the capacity of staff and Commissioners in Communications.
Build and maintain a strong internal communications infrastructure and facilitate internal communications.
Oversee general protocol at the Commission

Experience and Competencies
A minimum of Seven (7) years of progressive responsible experience in public information, communications, journalism, knowledge management or other activity with substantial responsibility for writing or reporting and media management.
An excellent writer, capable of producing material in a range of lengths and formats for diverse audiences and mediums.
Ability to synthesize and present complex information in ways that are understandable and easily shared by others, documenting issues and learning that inspire reflection and action.
Ability to collect and share information about the work, accomplishments, and learning of the Commission.
Understanding of the complexities of working with different audiences including politicians in a challenging institutional and political environment.
Excellent writer and editor in English and Kiswahili with the ability to write compelling and insightful material for a wide range of audiences.
Skills in graphic or web design, video production, photography, knowledge management, content management, communications/social media analytics, events marketing, or fundraising is preferred.
Experience in developing and driving online communications and social media strategies.
Satisfy the requirements of chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Work or educational experience in the fields of peace building and conflict prevention and management, or human rights.
Fluency in Kiswahili and English languages.
Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in communication, journalism, international relations, public administration or a related field.

Attributes
Leadership: An experienced team leader.
Influencing, leading, and delegating abilities.
Ability to initiate/manage cross-functional teams and multi-disciplinary projects.
Critical thinking, decision making and problem solving skills.
Adaptability – Efficient under pressure, able to meet deadlines.
Ability to be highly organized in a fast-paced work environment.
Strong interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills.
Proven project management and excellent organization skills.
Well-organized with ability to prioritize and organize multiple projects.

Remuneration
Salary range: Ksh. 167,579 – 250,000
House Allowance: Ksh.50,000
Airtime Allowance: Ksh. 6,000
Commuter Allowance: Ksh. 20,000

Other benefits include a comprehensive medical cover and contributory pension scheme for all positions.

Eligibility for joining the pension scheme will be upon confirmation.

To meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010, applicants must obtain the following clearances:
Certificate of Good Conduct from CID
Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority
Ethics and Anti-corruption clearance certificate
Clearance certificate from Higher Educations Loans Board
Credit Reference Bureau clearance certificate

Applications attaching CVs, copies of certificates and testimonials should be forwarded not later than 30th October 2015 to:

Commission Secretary / CEO
National Cohesion and Integration Commission
P.O Box 7055 -00100
Nairobi

KMA Centre 6th Floor
Mara Road, Upper Hill