Orange Telkom External Communications Manager vacancy

Orange Telkom External Communications Manager

Reporting to: Chief Corporate Communications Officer
Range: R2U
Department: Corporate Communications.

Role Purpose:

• The purpose of this position is to enhance Telkom Kenya’s relations with all key media houses in the country as well as improve Telkom Kenya’s stakeholder relations and engagements.
• The holder of this role also deputises the Chief Officer of the department.
  

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee publicity for and orchestration of corporate events and press conferences, taking the lead with the business’s PR Agency to develop all Corporate Communication material, as well as confirm on the accuracy of all material set for external dissemination;
• Develop and maintain relationships with all key local and in some cases international media; personally and via the PR Agency;
• Ability to strategically articulate products and solutions of the business and prepare appropriate write-ups and dissemination of news quality items to all target publics and stakeholders;
• Ensure the existence of smooth relations between the business and key stakeholder organisations and regulatory bodies where need arises;
• Coordinate all corporate events, ensuring that they conform to the approved business standard and assist in the preparation of all Communication material for the same, as well as all other meetings and seminars where the business may be a participant;
• Take the lead with the business’s PR Agency to ensure strategic and effective coverage of the business in the targeted media (both traditional and new);
• Ensure quality when it comes to the content, look and feel of the business’s Corporate Website;
• Continuously monitor global and local trends, review policies and objectives that impact the business – Market intelligence.
• Coordinate preparatory activities for the business and liaise with other departments concerning participation in meetings or international and local conferences;
• Work closely with other managers (within and without the Department) to develop potential story ideas and communication projects in order to enhance the image of the company and its
  employees with customers and the general public;
• Establish objectives in line with organisational and departmental objectives, supervise, and ensure proper follow up of direct reports in this regard;
• Have regular and efficient feedback and reporting mechanisms within the section and with the rest of the Corporate Communications department.
  

Academic / Professional Qualifications

• Should have at least a minimum of 4 years work experience in a busy Corporate Communications office as a Corporate Communications Manager, or as an Account
  Manager with a proven track record from an established PR Agency; most preferably part
  of a multi-national Agency;
• Very good Computer skills (Design and Graphic skills are a plus);
• Training in Crisis Management; Integrated PR skills;
• Should be able to demonstrate experience in media management;
• Should be able to demonstrate that they are an active member of the Public Relations Society of Kenya (PRSK).
  

Key Competencies:

• Leadership skills are a must Customer focus Compliance with deadlines and budgets Creativity and innovation
• Team-work Anticipation/ pre-emption Organisational awareness
• Excellent communications skills (both oral and written)
• Knowledgeable
• Well networked (in context of role)
• Resourceful
• Excellent at strategy formulation
• Efficient budget planning and management
• Editorial competencies and experience are a must
• Mastery of the English and Swahili languages is required
  

This position is open to Kenyan citizens only.
If you fit the required profile, please apply highlighting how your qualifications, experience and career aspirations match the requirements for this position.Application should be sent by latest 13thFebruary 2014, please provide an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) including details of your current telephone contacts and names ofthree referees.
Apply through www.orange-tkl.co.ke

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Deputy Administration Manager Vacancy

Deputy Administration Manager Vacancy

Kinangop Dairy Deputy Administration Manager

A medium sized firm in the food processing industry is looking for a dynamic candidate to fill the above mentioned position urgently.
The ideal candidate should have

• Hands on experience in full procurement procedures and processes,
• Fleet management and other general office administration activities,
• A University degree and preferably a qualified accountant, holder of a final qualification in Supply Chain Logistics from a reputable institute and
• Have a minimum of 3 years experience in a similar position.
  

Interested / qualified candidates should send their applications and detailed CV’s by email to (hr@kinangopdairy.co.ke) to be received latest by Monday 10th February 2014.

NATION MEDIA GROUP INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY,NAIROBI NEWS WEB REPORTER, ELECTRONICS ENGINEER VACANCIES

Nation Media Group Electrical & Electronics Engineer and News Managing Editor

Job Ref: HR-EE-02-2014
Nation Media Group is the largest independent media house in East and Central Africa with operations in print, electronics and digital media.It attracts and serves unparalleled audiences in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda, and seeks to consolidate this position by recruiting an Electronics and Electrical Engineer for our Production Department.

Reporting to the Technical Manager, the Engineer will be expected to deliver on operational and technical requirements in accordance with quality standards.

Key result areas will include:-

• Annual planning and execution of maintenance tasks;
• Supervision of service level providers on equipment and maintenance;
• Problem solving during breakdowns promptly and solving problems at the shortest time; and
• Installing and commissioning of new equipment including hardware and software.

Skills, knowledge and experience requirement:-

• B.Sc. Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering from a recognized university;
• At least 3 years relevant work experience gained from a reputable organization preferably in a busy production plant or print shop;
• Knowledge of personal computers hardware and software and LAN experience;
• Knowledgeable in applying best practice in print production;
• Demonstrable capability to fit in and contribute within a technical and professional team; and
• Ability to cope with pressure, work odd hours while adhering to tight deadlines.

This position offers and excellent career growth opportunity and a competitive remuneration package.

If you meet the above criteria, please send your application and a detailed CV online to
http://careers.nationmedia.com on or before 15th February, 2014.

Managing Editor, Nairobi News

Job Ref: HR-ME-02-2014
Nation Media Group is also recruiting a Managing Editor for its newest newspaper title, the Nairobi News. Targeted at the Nairobi resident, Nairobi News is a thrice-weekly newspaper with a lively mix
of news, features and commentaries accompanied by a dynamic news website and mobile news service.
This position is for an experienced journalist with an outstanding record as a reporter or sub-editor.
He or she will have a track record of leading newsroom teams, an ability to manage stories and oversee production of pages and will boast a solid network of news sources in Nairobi County.

If you consider yourself a Nairobi native at heart and can capture the drama of life in Kenya’s largest county in a compelling newspaper package, you are the person we are looking for.
You will have a university degree or post-graduate qualification in journalism and must have worked in a busy newsroom for over six years.

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY-ALL YEAR ROUND

Educational/Professional Requirements

• Candidate must already be enrolled in college or university to be considered.

• Candidate must currently be enrolled as a student in a public or accredited private institution.

• The candidate is expected to specify the department of interest.

General Requirements

The candidate:

• Should have a desire and passion to gain professional experience.

• Must be eager to learn.

• Must have oral and written communication skills.

• Must have the ability to follow directions, as well as not be afraid to ask questions.

• Must be a fast learner, committed, able to follow instructions, work quickly and accurately under pressure.

• Must be keen to learn about the markets in which the company operates.

The internship runs for three months with possibility of extension/permanent employment hire.

If you meet the above criteria, please send your application specifying which department you would like to work in and a detailed CV online to http://careers.nationmedia.com.

Please send your application and a detailed CV online to Human Resources at http://careers.nationmedia.com before 13^th February, 2014.