VACANCY_CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS EXPERT

Applications are invited from suitably qualified citizens of the East African Community (Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda) for the following Non Established Post tenable at the EAC Secretariat Arusha, Tanzania.

CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS EXPERT

(REF: EAC/HR/2013-2014/002)

Grade:	Equivalent to EAC P2 Staff Grade
Directorate:	Office of the Secretary General
Department:	Corporate Communication and Public Affairs
Reports to:	Principal Information and Public Relations Officer
Duration of employment:	1 year

1.1 Main purpose of the job

The Corporate Communications Expert will be responsible for supporting the Head of the Department in the development and implementation of internal and external corporate communications strategies. The Expert will assist with communications materials to effectively represent the EAC regional Integration agenda to Stakeholders. Internally, the Corporate Communications Expert will be responsible for developing and driving employee communications messaging, vehicles, and procedures. This position is an excellent future opportunity to be part of the growing Corporate Communications and Public Affairs Department at the EAC Secretariat.

1.2 Major Tasks/Responsibilities

(i)To develop information and communications strategies and activities to promote a positive corporate image and visibility of the East African Community

(ii)To draft EAC official and public statements i.e. Speeches, Press Releases, and Communiqués

(iii)To compile and edit EAC Publications that will include, among others, Annual Reports, Brochures, Occasional and other information materials.

(iv)To develop information and communications, and networking with the broad spectrum of EAC stakeholders to promote a positive awareness and image of the East African Community.

(v)Take charge of the EAC Media Centre and make it a robust resource centre for the Media.

(vi)To organize public functions as well as public and visitors service, including study tours and courtesy calls on the Executives.

(vii)To organize sensitization programmes to the broad spectrum of EAC stakeholders, in coordination with other EAC Departments, Organs and Institutions and the Partner States Information and Communications Departments/Directorates.

(viii)To co-ordinate the EAC Day celebrations and other EAC Anniversaries observances at the Headquarters and in the Partner States.

(ix) To develop and implement an internal communications program which properly represents the rich EAC culture, strategy and strong desire to bridge multiple Divisions/Directorates, Organs, and Institutions.

(x)To draft internal communications newsletter (in-house newsletter)

(xi)To develop Internal Communications calendar.

1.3 Education

A Masters Degree in Journalism, Mass Communications, Public Relations, or related field

1.4 Work Experience

At least 8 years relevant, progressive experience in journalism, corporate communications or public relations. Substantial knowledge of issues relating to EAC regional integration is a must. Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, able to prioritize and multitask, and work collaboratively across the EAC Organs.

1.5 Skills and Competencies

(i) Languages

English. Kiswahili and French is an added advantage.

(ii) Other skills required: Writing and Editorial Skills, Public Relations, Excellent Communication Skills, People management skills, Quick decision maker, Presentation Skills, Organizational skills, Research Skills, Computer Applications, Commitment to high standards is essential to success, and Ability and willingness to work outside of business hours, and weekends if required

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

This is a non-established project position tenable at the EAC Secretariat Headquarters based in Arusha, Tanzania and supported by EAC Partnership Fund.

The above position will be subjected to the EAC quota system.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should submit their applications by registered mail, courier service, e-mail or dispatch together with Curriculum Vitae, copies of both academic and professional certificates and testimonials, names and addresses of three referees, and day time telephone contact to:

The Secretary General

East African Community

P. O. Box 1096

Arusha - Tanzania.

Fax No: 007 27 2502455/2504481

E-mail: vacancies@eachq.org

To be received not later than Friday 13th September 2013

Female Candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

The East African Community will only respond to those candidates who meet its requirements.