Nzoia Sugar Public Relations Officer Job in Kenya

Nzoia Sugar Company Limited is a State Corporation under the Ministry of Agriculture Livestock and Fisheries. 

To fulfill its mandate the Company, an equal opportunity employer wishes to engage a suitably qualified Kenyan for the following position:

Public Relations Officer

1 Position

Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate is expected to be aged between 35-55 years old. 

This is a senior and critical position in the organization and therefore the successful candidate must demonstrate leadership qualities, maturity, high integrity, ability to work under pressure and communicate effectively.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• To support corporate relations through constant links with farmers, suppliers, customers, employees, the media and shareholders.
• To develop the companies pride by building both internal and external confidence and cultivating partnerships.
• Develop concepts, materials, publications and journals that would minimize rumours and hearsay.
• Writing, Editing, publishing and distribution of in-house magazines and newsletters.
• Initiate promotion programmes that will create desire and excitement in the consumer market in liaison with the Sales & Marketing Department.

Qualification and Experience

• Minimum of first degree, preferably in Social Sciences, Mass Communication, Journalism or Public Relations from a recognized University/Institution. Post graduate qualifications in the relevant field will be an added advantage.
• At least 5 years working experience preferably gained in manufacturing environment with at least 3 of them in a senior position.
• Good interpersonal skills and Computer literacy.

Candidates are Expected to Possess the Following:-

• Excellent communication skills both oral and written
• Ability to multi task with high stress tolerance levels.
• Strong work ethic with personal and professional Integrity.
• Good problem solving and analytical skills.
• Analytical and Reporting skills
• Customer focus and relationship building expertise
• Project Management experience.

How to Apply

Applications enclosing detailed CVs, two coloured passport size photographs. 

Vital copies of academic and professional qualifications and testimonials together with daytime telephone contacts and names of three (3) referees (one of whom must be current/previous employer) should be addressed to;

The Managing Director
Nzoia Sugar Co ltd
P.O. Box 285-50200
Bungoma

Applications should be received not later than Friday 28th November 2014.

Qualified female candidates, persons living with disability, and people from marginalized communities are encouraged to apply.