Deputy Director of Corporate Communication

1 day ago

Mission KS United States Ikokazikenya Full time
Deputy Director of Corporate Communication

The Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) is the government parastatal responsible for assuring the quality of agricultural inputs and produce to prevent adverse impacts on the economy, the environment, and human health.

Vision: Healthy plants, safe trade, and sustainable aggro-environment for a prosperous Kenya.

Mission: To provide a science-based regulatory service by assuring plant health, quality of agricultural inputs, and produce for food security, globally competitive agriculture, and sustainable development.

Core Values:

  • Customer focus
  • Professionalism and Integrity
  • Teamwork
  • Results-oriented
  • Innovation and Creativity
  • Corporate social sustainability

Strategic Objectives:

  • To protect plants from pests, weeds, and invasive species.
  • To facilitate review and strengthening of the policy, legal, and regulatory framework in tandem with local and international agricultural sector emerging issues.
  • To contribute towards improved levels of agricultural productivity.
  • To support compliance with market requirements.
  • To build adequate technical and infrastructural capacity for the efficient and effective delivery of the KEPHIS mandate.
  • To mobilize adequate financial resources and ensure optimal allocation and utilization for full implementation of planned programs and activities.
  • To enhance synergies through information and resource sharing with stakeholders and partners.
  • To enhance the visibility and corporate image of KEPHIS.

Job Specification

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Overall supervision of all human, financial, and material resources of the department.
  • Overseeing the development and implementation of a brand manual for the Service.
  • Developing and ensuring compliance with the corporate identity of the Service.
  • Overseeing the development and implementation of a communication strategy for the Service.
  • In charge of formulating and implementing creative communication strategies and public relations programs.
  • Overseeing the regular update of the Service’s website.
  • Overseeing the promotion of a positive corporate image of the Service through promotions and campaigns.
  • In charge of all public relations activities in the Service.
  • Overseeing the branding and promoting the Service nationally and internationally.
  • Building synergy and enhancing collaboration between the public sector and private sector institutions.
  • Identifying and creating good working relations with all possible development partners.
  • Managing and appraising departmental staff and identifying their training and section needs.
  • In consultation with the MD, managing and handling all negative publicity about the Service.
  • Overseeing management of customer complaints in the Service.

Person Specification

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

  • At least ten (10) years of experience in Corporate Communications in the public or private sector, five (5) of which must be in a management position.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, Public Relations, or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
  • Master’s degree in Journalism, Public Relations, Mass Communication, or Social Sciences from a university recognized in Kenya.
  • Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks.
  • Post Graduate diploma in Journalism, Mass Communication, or its equivalent from a recognized institution if the degree is not in Journalism or Mass Communication.
  • Professional qualification and membership in a professional body in good standing where applicable.
  • Proficiency in computer applications.
  • Compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Skills

  • Proficiency in computer applications.
  • Interpersonal skills.
  • Report writing skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team.
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
  • Demonstrated ability to implement Quality Management Systems.
Method of Application

Applicants should visit the online portal located in the Careers section of the KEPHIS website ( to submit applications electronically. Clearly indicate the position and the vacancy number on the subject line, with a detailed curriculum vitae, certified copies of academic and professional certificates, transcripts, national identification cards, and any other supporting documents (as pdf attachments) not later than 13th February 2024 at 5.00 p.m.

KEPHIS is an equal opportunity employer. Potential candidates from marginalized communities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

  • Shortlisted candidates will be required to avail their original and certified copies of the relevant certificates & transcripts and original national identity card during the interview.
  • Successful candidates must obtain and submit valid clearance certificates from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA); Higher Education Loans Board (HELB); Directorate of Criminal Investigation and an approved Credit Reference Bureau as per Chapter Six of the Constitution.
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