KPLC Corporate Communications Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

KPLC owns and operates most of the electricity transmission and distribution system in the country and sells electricity to over 2.6 million customers. 

The Company’s key mandate is to plan for sufficient electricity transmission capacity to meet demand; building and maintaining the power distribution and transmission network and retailing of electricity to its customers. 

KPLC is currently implementing a new organisation structure and seeks to recruit results a oriented individual with vision and creativity to fill the position of Manager Corporate Communications

Reference Number: 130-PEO00178

Department: People & Change Kenya

Job type: Permanent

Location: Nairobi

Roles & Responsibilities

• Formulating and implementing corporate communication and media strategies and programs to support achievement of corporate objectives.
• Developing and distributing media releases to media outlets and proactively seeking media opportunities that support the Company’s objectives.
• Evaluating and reporting on the reach and impact of media activities through regular media monitoring and surveys.
• Creating and maintaining media contacts and managing relationships with key media partners.
• Coordinating development, production and distribution of visual, audio visual, web-based advertisements and other broadcast media materials.
• Maintaining corporate protocol and acting as the spokesperson of the Company.
• Overseeing the development and implementation of media campaigns in consultation with other relevant departments.
• Producing in-house journals, newsletters, corporate and other related publications in promotion of Kenya Power Brand.
• Coordinating corporate social responsibility activities to enhance corporate and brand image.
• Advising management on appropriate communication policies and strategies to build and maintain the brand image.

Appointment Requirements

• Bachelor Degree
• Advanced Degree will be an added advantage
• Post Graduate Diploma in Communication /Journalism / Public Relations
• Membership of relevant professional bodies
• Ten (10) years working experience, three (3) of which should have been at the level of Chief Officer and above.

Key Competencies

• Thorough understanding of Company business
• Strong Communication & Negotiation Skills
• Creativity and innovation
• High levels of Integrity and Ethics
• Drive for results and achievement
• Commitment to Company Vision and Values

How to Apply

CLICK HERE to apply online

Deadline: 3rd October 2014