Multimedia University College Job Vacancies

Chief Security Officer

Grade 10

MMU/ADM/SEC/1

Requirements
Applicants must have a minimum of diploma in a related field with at least five (5) years experience at the position of Chief Inspector/Captain or equivalent in the Kenya Police or Military. Candidates should attach evidence of these positions.

They should be people of high integrity with ability to supervise staff and carry out routine security investigation work. They should be prepared to work during odd hours and on public holidays.

They should be both physically and mentally fit, and should demonstrate evidence of good conduct. Those who have resigned or retired should have been discharged honourably.

Successful candidates will be expected to work within the University Security set up and report to the Principal.

Director, Corporate Affairs

Grade 12

MMU/ADM/FIN/5

Reporting to the Principal, the successful candidate will offer expert advice to the College and provide communication leadership and direction for internal and external customers in order to contribute to the realization of the University’s strategic plan and vision.

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Relations/Mass communication or related field, with at least seven (7) years of progressive professional experience in the fields of Communication and Public Relations.
• The experience includes five (5) years working with print/electronic media at middle to senior level. A postgraduate qualification in related fields will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in oral and written English, including the ability to write and critically edit analytical and policy papers, and to prepare and deliver PowerPoint presentations.
• Demonstrate success in developing communications campaigns and programs, preferably in a large public organization.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments, work under pressure and maintain organized work habits.
• Additional qualifications especially media experience that would add value to the College will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop and implement Public Relations and communications strategies, including advertising roles.
• Establish and develop the University’s corporate relationship with the print and electronic media, including collating and analyzing relevant media coverage on university activities.
• Manage, train and motivate direct reporting staff according to University procedures, policy and employment law.
• Coordinating the preparing and production of publicity brochures, handouts, direct mail leaflets, promotional videos, photographs, films and multimedia programmes.
• Coordinate social corporate responsibility programmes, including corporate partnerships and community based projects.
• Coordinate key internal and external corporate events, including VIPs visits to the University.
• Managing the Public Relations aspects of potential crisis situation in the University.
• Develop presentations, speeches, and outlines as directed by the College.
• Monitor and report on Communication and Public Relations activities and provide relevant management information.

Salary Scales

• Grade 12: Kshs.61 ,792 x 2012—73,864 x 2507 —81385
• Grade 10: Kshs.30,160x1008—31,168x1332—40,492

Those who had applied previously need not apply.

Applications accompanied by copies of relevant documents and certificates should be addressed to and reach the undersigned on or before 25th February 2011.

The Principal

Multimedia University College of Kenya

P.O. Box 30305 -00100

Nairobi

Tel: +254 20 20 71 391

Fax: +254 20 2071247

Website: http://www.mmu.ac.ke/

Email: principal@mmu.ac.ke