Communication Officer II

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

An officer at this grade will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:

i. Supporting the implementation of policies, strategies, guidelines, plans, standards and procedures that impact communications and outreach while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and circulars.

ii. Monitoring and analyzing perceptions of various publics towards the organization and providing appropriate advice.

iii. Conducting internal and external communications including press releases, speeches, scripts, publications, social media, web communications, and documentations.

iv. Implementing outreach programs to enhance the Authority’s visibility and image.

v. Supporting the management of the Authority’s brand and consistent application in conformance with the Authority’s brand value and strength.

vi. Supporting the organization of the Authority’s corporate affairs events and Public Relations initiatives.

vii. Consolidating data for compiling internal and external reports in communications and outreach.

viii. Updating records in communications and outreach.

ix. Implementing risk mitigation measures in the division.

Knowledge, Experience and qualifications required For appointment to this grade

An officer must have the following Qualifications:

i. Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following: Public Relations/ Communications, Mass Communication, Journalism or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;

ii. Proficiency in computer applications.