Royal Media Services Social Media Officer Job in Kenya

Royal Media Services Limited is the home of the leading media brands in Kenya today and award winning local content. 

The media house has moved from strength to strength in commanding a huge success of its brands. 

Royal Media Services Limited is an umbrella of fourteen radio stations and the leading Television Station in Kenya, Citizen TV. The radio stations include 10 vernacular stations and 2 national stations. 

Royal Media Services Limited wishes to recruit suitably qualified and experienced people for the position below:

Social Media Officer

Job Reference Number:- HR-SMO-05-2014

Royal Media Services Limited is seeking to recruit a highly qualified person for the above position. 

The job holder will be responsible for the creation of wholesome entertainment content for the Company across all social media platforms. 

He/she will promote all online & traditional platforms in a bid to grow the company’s market share & maximize revenue.

The Social Media Officer’s role will include the following:-

• Cross-promote the company’s online & traditional product line.
• Conceptualize & execute online campaigns for various projects;
• Ensure all social media platforms are updated regularly;
• Advise supervisor on new trends in online tools, applications, channels, design & strategy.
• Liaise with digital commercial officer to create campaigns that can be commercialized;
• Execute & monitor clients’ social media communication campaigns;
• Monitor campaign feedback & adjust or augment campaigns accordingly.

Skills and Personal Attributes

• Must have excellent communication & writing skills;
• Must have strong analytical skills;
• Understand Media Laws & Media Ethics;
• Must be self driven, assertive, punctual & organized;
• Must be social media savvy, innovative & creative;
• Must be a team player, dynamic & able to work under demanding circumstances;
• The ideal candidate must have a working knowledge of online technology and online news best practices and an appreciation of the business processes, protocols and controls;
• Demonstrate professional approach and appearance including enthusiasm, drive, commitment, honesty, trust and loyalty; and
• Keep abreast of evolving trends through continuing professional education in the area of digital platforms.

Academic and professional Experience

• University Graduate in Communication, Media, Public Relations or a related field from a recognized University. 
• Masters degree in Communication, Media Public Relations or its acceptable equivalent will be an added advantage.
• Must have certification in computer studies.
• Over 2 years experience working either as a journalist, marketer or a public relations officer in a media house; 1 of which must be in online journalism.

If you qualify, please send your application and resume to: recruitment@royalmedia.co.ke 

Closing date will be Friday 23rd May 2014. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.