Public Communications Officer
The Anti- Female Genital Mutilation Board is a state corporation under the Ministry of Gender, Culture, The Arts and Heritage responsible for implementing the prohibition of Female Mutilation Genital Mutilation Act, 2011. The Board invites applications from qualified persons for the following vacant position(s):
Public Communications Officer (AFGM 7)- Vacancy No. AFGM/13/2023 (1post)-Permanent and Pensionable
a. Duties and Responsibilities
i. Implementing public communications strategies, policies and programmes;
ii. Collecting and collating information on articles in the media pertaining to the board
and writing reports;
iii. Preparing media supplements and documentaries, press/media releases and feature
articles;
iv. Screening media and publications touching on the board, responding to queries from
the public;
v. Assisting in editing publications and media liaison;
vi. Participating in preparing and organizing forums to promote and propagate the
board’s agenda;
vii. Participating in organizing corporate events and launches;
viii. Collecting information on communication needs assessment, perceptions, attitude,
corporate reputation and recommend intervention measures; and
ix. Assisting in media commentary and analysis of print, electronic and social media.
b. Requirements for Appointment
i. Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Journalism, Mass
Communication, Public Relations or equivalent qualification from a recognized
institution;
OR
Bachelor’s degree in any Social Science plus a Diploma in any of the following
disciplines: - Journalism, Mass Communication, Public Relations or equivalent
qualification from a recognized institution; and
ii. Proficiency in computer application skills.
c. Essential skills and Competencies
i. Oral and written communication skills.
ii. Interpersonal skills.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE;
Interested and qualified persons are invited to submit their applications including a cover letter, detailed CV, copies of academic certificates, national identity card, names and telephone contacts of three referees together with duly filled AFGMB Employment Application Form. The form should be downloaded from the Board’s website www.antifgmboard.go.ke
The applications should be emailed to recruitment@antifgmboard.go.ke or hand delivered in a clearly marked envelope and addressed to the undersigned not later than 5:00pm, on 11th December, 2023.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
