Deadline: 7 October 2010
Capital Markets Authority (Kenya)
Description:
Reporting to the Chief Executive, the high level incumbent will lead and manage the development, planning, implementation and delivery of communications processes for the Authority with the aim of raising the public and industry profile of the Authority, provide strategic communications advice, support and expertise. S/he must establish strong working relationships with all levels of the Authority and with market stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
* Development and implementation of integrated plans to communicate important issues strategies and messages both internally and externally to current employees, clients, the general public and other stakeholders.
* Arranging public appearances, talks and interviews for CMA.
* Coordinating customer service and implementation of the service charter.
* Event management and facilitating the media to develop positive rapport for ease of communicating the Authority’s position and projects.
* Working with public relations firms as necessary in areas deemed necessary.
* Writing speeches presentations and position papers and responses to media enquiries.
* Developing communication materials and implement activities designed to improve understanding and acceptance of Authority’s mandate, policies, objectives, strategies and services.
* Providing overall vision and direction to the Authority’s corporate social investment and ensuring that the principles of corporate social investment are integrated into the operating practices of Authority.
* Responsible for issuance of press releases on CMA activities
Requirements:
The ideal candidate must possess:
* A Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline such as: Public Relations, Communications, Media, Marketing or a related field.
* At least 4 years prior experience in public affairs, public relations, communications or other related communications disciplines.
* Experience in handling communication for the financial services sector
* Familiarity with Government protocol.
* A practical understanding of the Kenyan capital markets and the local financial environment.
* Outgoing personality and excellent interpersonal skills
* Excellent communication skills: written and presentation skills.
* Individual must be proactive and thrive on variety and challenge.
Additional preferred requirements:
* A relevant Masters degree.
* A track record of building productive relationships with stakeholders including media (print and broadcast), government and non-governmental organizations.
For all the positions, we are looking for candidates who are proactive high performers, goal oriented, possesses strong analytical and problem solving skills, able to meet deadlines, have a strong attention to detail as well as the big picture and are dynamic.
If your background, experience and competence match the specifications outlined, please send your application, quoting the reference of the position you are interested in, including your current curriculum vitae, salary history, three referees (one of who must be either your current or previous employer), day telephone number, e-mail address and details of your current salary and benefits to:
Chief Executive
Capital Markets Authority
P.O Box 74800 – 00200
Nairobi
The closing date is 7th October 2010.