Job Summary
Responsible for editing and design of OAG audit reports and implementation of various internal and external communication interventions for the office.
Minimum Qualification:Bachelor
Experience Level:Senior level
Experience Length:9 years
Job Description/Requirements
The Office of the Auditor-General (OAG) is an Independent Office established under Article 229 of the Constitution of Kenya. The Office is charged with the primary oversight role of ensuring accountability in the use of public resources within the three arms of government (the Legislature, the Judiciary and the Executive) as well as the Constitutional Commissions, Independent Office and any entity that is funded from public funds.
Pursuant to Article 252 (1) (c) of the Constitution, the Office seeks to recruit qualified and competent staff to fill the following positions:
MANAGER –– COMMUNICATION: GRADE OAG 5 (1 Post)COMMUNICATION: GRADE OAG 5 (1 Post)
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Purpose of the job:
Reporting to the Deputy Director – Communication, the Manager – Communication will be responsible for editing and design of OAG audit reports and implementation of various internal and external communication interventions for the office.
Duties and Responsibilities
1) Edit, proof-read and design audit reports and other publications to make them more reader friendly and easy to understand
2) Coordinate the production of popular, Swahili and braille versions of OAG audit reports, to meet the needs of the citizens and expectations of key stakeholders
3) Develop and oversee implementation of Communications Strategy and Policy to drive OAG agenda
4) Produce proactive and authoritative press releases, briefs, case studies, articles and speeches that drive the corporate objectives of OAG
5) Monitor media coverage and develop mitigating measures
6) Develop and implement outreach and advocacy programmes to enhance good governance and accountability among targeted stakeholders
7) Develop, manage and drive the crisis communications component on behalf of OAG
8) Drive, champion and position OAG brand attributes to all external publics through appropriate communications channels
9) Implement and manage all digital communication that include website and appropriate social media platforms
Requirements for appointment:
1) Bachelor’s Degree in English, Linguistics, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Mass Media or any other relevant discipline from a recognized institution;
2) A post graduate qualification in PR, Communications, Journalism, Mass media or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
3) Registered member of the Public Relations Society of Kenya of good standing;
4) Minimum 9 years’ experience 3 (three) of which should be in a Position of Communication Officer or equivalent position.
5) Proven experience in editing, proof reading and document preparation will be an added advantage.
Core Competences
1) Channel Management - Knowledge of different distribution channels and how to effectively utilize them to reach relevant internal and external stakeholders of the office.
2) Content Development - Knowledge of the process of researching, writing, gathering, organizing, and editing information for publication.
3) Creative Writing - Knowledge of writing in a way that is not academic or technical but still interesting and appealing to various internal and external stakeholders of the office. 4) Editing and Proofreading – Knowledge of correcting issues at the core of writing like sentence construction and language clarity to help improve the readability, clarity, and tone of the text. Identify misspellings, incorrect/missed punctuation, inconsistencies (textual and numerical), etc.
5) IT Communication Systems - Knowledge of methodology and software (web-based) that the office uses to share information, communicate and interact with relevant internal or external stakeholders.
6) Build Stakeholder Partnerships - Develop collaborative networks and relationships. Understand client and stakeholder behaviour and attitudes. Collaborate with stakeholders who share a similar sense of purpose and similar values to make a difference in the OAG environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to create win-win situations.
7) Ethical - Understand ethical behaviour and public-sector practices. Ensure that own behaviour and behaviour towards others is consistent with these standards and aligns with the values and ethical standards of the Office.
8) Effective Communication - Speak, listen, and write in a clear, thorough, and efficient manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques. Speak eloquently and engagingly in meetings, in one-on-one situations as well as in small and large groups. Listen, be receptive to the counterpart and adapt to the situation. Adjust the message to the recipient.
Application Procedure
1. All applications must be emailed to the email address indicated for each position. No physical applications will be received.
2. Applicants must attach the following documents:
1) Application Form accessed via the following link:(http://www.oagkenya.go.ke/getmedia/5e8a7efc-ca62-4754-8a18-e8492e188a88/APPLICATION-FORM-FOR-EMPLOYMENT;.aspx;.aspx?lang=en-US) clearly indicating the post applied for, full name of the applicant, National ID Card No, Telephone Number and email address.
2) Academic and professional certificates
3) Other relevant testimonials
4) Clearance certificates from the following bodies:
a) Directorate of Criminal Investigations
b) Credit Reference Bureau
c) Kenya Revenue Authority
d) Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
e) Higher Education Loans Board where applicable
Applications should reach the Office on or before25 May 2021
NOTE:
It is a criminal offence to provide false information and documents in the job applications. The Office shall take appropriate action on any applicant who shall be found to have presented false information and/ or documents.
The Office of the Auditor-General is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to have diversity in the workforce in line with the Constitution. Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing of any form will lead to automatic disqualification
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