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March 28, 2011

Public Relations Officer Job Vacancy Opportunity in Kenya

Public Relations Officer Job Vacancy Opportunity in Kenya

Our client, a manufacturing concern based in Kenya, is looking to recruit a Public Relations to contribute to the welfare and improved living standard of the employees and the surrounding local communities.

The overall goal of this position is to provide strategic planning, execution, monitoring and follow up of Public Relations and corporate social responsibility programmes designed to address basic needs of the communities. The overall objective of the project is to promote socio-economic development in the area.

Communication Intern Job Vacancy in Kenya

Support to the Health Sector is one of the priorities of the German Development Cooperation (GDC) in Kenya, with an overall objective that “Access to good and affordable health care, particularly in reproductive health is improved.”

The German support consists of technical support as well as financial contributions, through the German International Cooperation (GIZ). The GIZ (Previously GTZ) Health Sector Programme has four components: Reproductive Health, Health Financing, Health Policy and Gender-Based Violence.

The GIZ Health Sector Programme hereby seeks to recruit an intern in the communications department to support ongoing activities.

Responsibilities/Tasks
Support to Communication
The intern works closely with the communication officer and will be required to:
* Provide support concerning managing the publication of a Gender Based Violence (GBV) book;
* Provide support towards managing IEC/BCC activities with various partner organizations like GALCK;

Corporate Affairs Executive Jobs Kenya.

Corporate Affairs Executive Jobs Kenya.

National Oil Corporation of Kenya Jobs.

National Oil Corporation of Kenya is a fast growing and dynamic World Class Petroleum company serving energy needs for today and tomorrow.

Following the steady and continuous growth and expansion we have experienced over the last few years, we are looking for a talented, energetic, ambitious and self motivated individual keen on a career enhancing opportunity, to fill the position of Corporate Affairs Executive Ref: HR 01/12/10

This appointment will initially be on a one year renewable contract

Job Profile
Reporting to the Deputy Managing Director, the incumbent will be responsible for public and media relations and all external communication activities that expand and raise the profile of the Company while promoting its products, exploration agenda and role within the industry and the government.

Scientific And External Affairs Manager Jobs

Our client is a global multinational Food & Beverage company, worldwide leader in most of its category portfolio. With global or local specific brands and products, the core focus is to meet the diverse needs and preferences of consumers all over the world.

Operating in Africa for more than 80 years, the Company has 5 markets within, the Equatorial African Region being amongst them. The regional operations are co-ordinated from Nairobi, Kenya to offer shared service across countries in Central, East, part of Southern Africa including the Island markets and Horn of Africa.

With this regional expertise, the Company aims at enhancing the business potential of this region, which is seen as an important source of future growth, and bring it up to the level of performance that the Company experiences in other regions of Africa and the world.

By reinforcing business and product categories focus, making operations more efficient, developing cross fertilization or enhancing peoples’ knowledge transfer and empowerment, this shared service expertise is expected to accelerate growth and meet the company’s high ambition for the Region.

Public Relations Job Vacancy: Tea Board Of Kenya

The Tea Board of Kenya (TBK) is a Parastatal with the mandate of regulating and promoting the
development of Kenya’s tea industry. The Board wishes to recruit a highly driven officer for the
following position:

PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER
Reporting to the Corporate Relations Executive, the successful candidate will be required to
coordinate the TBK’s publicity programmes and media relations.
The successful applicant must be dynamic, result oriented, responsible and able to demonstrate
initiative.
• He/she must be a holder of a Bachelors Degree in Communication or equivalent and a Post
Graduate Diploma in Journalism or Public Relations.
• He /she should have a minimum experience of five (5) years.
• He/she should have skills in customer care; have the ability to develop accurate, objective
assessments of issues even in complex or difficult situations.
• He/she should have excellent communication skills both oral and written and good interpersonal
skills.

Path Kenya Job Vacancy: International NGO

PATH is an international nonprofit organization whose mission is to improve the health of people around the world by advancing technologies, strengthening systems, and encouraging healthy behaviors.

USAID has awarded a comprehensive health service delivery project, APHIA plus Zone 1, to PATH to improve the health of Kenyans in Western and Nyanza Provinces for five years, building upon USAID/Kenya’s country-wide health service support project, AIDS, Population and Health Integrated Assistance II (APHIA II). PATH and its partners will implement the APHIA plus Zone 1 project working closely with the GoK and a wide variety of non-government agencies to strengthen health-care services throughout the two provinces. It is for this reason that PATH is seeking experienced candidates to fill the following positions for this project.

All successful applicants will be based in the two provinces.

The Deputy Director will support the Project Director to effectively lead and manage the project, including the achievement of the vision and strategy, managing key relationships and ensuring compliance with all contractual matters related to the USAID cooperative agreement and other applicable laws and regulations.

The Finance Manager will ensure that PATH effectively meets the financial planning, monitoring, and reporting needs of USAID. S/he will advise the Project Director, project staff, partners and sub-recipients on USAID contract requirements and provide training on financial management, record keeping, operational systems and policies.

The Operations Officers will manage the project’s administration and be responsible for functions associated with property management including IT, equipment and transportation. They will supervise the administrative staff.

The Accountants will work closely with the finance team in managing the finances of the project. They will be responsible for day-to-day processing of transactions in compliance with USAID rules ensuring timely reporting of field activity costs for the satellite offices, while maintaining high standards of stewardship and accountability.

The Accounts Assistants will process day to day transactions in compliance with USAID rules and ensure timely financial processing and reporting of field activities costs.

The Grants Officer will oversee grant making to local organizations. S/he will design and oversee the grant
management systems of this project including subgratee compliance with grant rules and regulations.

Communications Specialist Job Vacancy Kenya

The Communications Specialist will report to the Deputy Director, Development as a member of CABI Africa staff and take responsibility for advising on all aspects of knowledge management and communication in the Africa Soil Health Consortium ASHC project starting in January 2011 as well as other CABI Africa activities.

Established for over 100 years, CABI is a not-for-profit science-based development and information organization. CABI improves people’s lives by providing information and applying scientific expertise to solve problems in agriculture and the environment.

Our mission and direction is influenced by our member countries who help guide the activities undertaken. These include scientific publishing, development projects and research, and microbial services. Our activities are based principally in 2 major sites in the UK and 5 scientific centres globally.

Please see our website www.cabi.org for further details about our organisation.

This role will be based in our CABI Africa Centre in Nairobi, Kenya.

The ASHC project will seek to address the issue of poor soil fertility in Africa using Integrated Soil Fertility Management.

The project will act as an interface between regional and international expertise in soil health and development activities that facilitate use of Integrated Soil Fertility Management (ISFM) practices to improve production and incomes for smallholder farmers.

Manpower Services Job Vacancy For Kenya Airports Authority

Our client, Kenya Airports Authority (KAA), is a State Corporation established under the Kenya Airports Authority Act (Cap 395), whose mandate is to construct, operate and maintain aerodromes, as well as provide such other amenities and facilities for passengers and other persons making use of the services or other facilities so provided within Kenya.

They wish to fill the following positions in the Marketing & Business Development Department urgently:

Commercial Manager- Retail and Concessions Job Ref. MN 4608
Reporting to the General Manager- Marketing and Business Development, the Jobholder develops and implements strategies that ensures the achievement of commercial revenue objectives.

Job Profile
* Develops and implement Airports’ commercial retail business plans to achieve set objectives.
* Researches, develops and implements an optimal retail and concession plan that achieves revenue and customer objectives.
* Researches and analyzes airport clientele preferences in retail to ensure that all customer requirements are catered for in the retail plan.
* Develops and implements an air-side and land-side retail mix and ensure a retail portfolio that meets customer needs.
* Implements and monitors revenue performance of concessions.

PR And Communications Assistant (1 Post) Job

PR and Communications Assistant (1 post)JOB GROUP H”

Job summary:
Reporting to the Principal Public Relations Officer, the successful candidate will develop programs to enhance National Council for Persons with Disabilities’ visibility and improve brand and position NCPWD in the market place.
She/he will oversee all internal and external communications including press
releases, publications, web content, and other web communications

Academic requirements and Experience:

•Ability to work well in a team and with people at all levels and
•A Diploma, preferably in Communications or Public Relations. A degree in
Communications and PR will be an added advantage
At least 1 year experience as a PR assistant/officer for a public institution,
NGO, private company or consultancy.
•Basic Computer skills
•Prior experience of working with Persons With Disabilities
•Basic knowledge of Kenya Sign language

Kenya AIDS NGOs Consortium Jobs

Communication and Documentation Officer

Job summary (purpose of the position)

The communication and documentation officer will support HIV and TB advocacy and promote access to practical up-to-date information through documentation and dissemination of strategic information.

Major duties and responsibilities
* Organize press conferences: Send invitation to journalist, make follow up calls, and respond to journalists’ requests, and building relationships with journalists and handling media interviews; including Monitor media coverage of all HIV/AIDS/TB activities. This includes keeping a record of all print and broadcast media.
* Lead in development of publications (fact sheets, position papers, IEC materials etc.)
* Establish a continuous data collection process on HIV/AIDS and TB from the membership Identify, acquire, process and disseminate HIV/AIDS and TB information to members and other stakeholders
* Promote and build the capacity of members in documentation and information management Develop and maintain the KANCO website and databases including AIDS Information System (AIS)
* Reviewing process to determine levels of implementation of GFATM in Kenya with specific focus on TB, HIV & AIDS
* Source new HIV/AIDS/TB materials focusing on CSOs and other communities
* Ensure high quality postings to generate stakeholders and partners response
* Identify and follow up on strategic advocacy opportunities
* Document all TB and HIV & AIDS efforts
* Develop, briefings and press releases as needed in regard to TB and HIV & AIDS
* Develop advocacy plans with partners (publications, structured discussions etc.)
* Provide quarterly reports to inform on the project progress
* Perform any other duties assigned by the Programme Director.

Qualifications
* A bachelor’s degree in information science, journalism or communication
* Experience in HIV/AIDS/TB programming
* Ability to conduct needs assessment on information and documentation
* Good organizational, networking and communication and facilitation skills.

Other competencies
* Good communication skills
* Experience in HIV/AIDS/TB programs
* Ability to conduct needs assessment on information and documentation
* Organizational skills
* Networking skills
* Good facilitation skills
* Must be innovative
* Ability to meet deadlines
* Ability to work under minimum supervision
* Result orientation
* At least 5 year’s experience

2. Executive Assistant
Overall responsibilities
The Executive Assistant provides support to Executive Director’s office operations, performing a variety of standard administrative processes ensuring high quality and accuracy of work.

The Executive Assistant promotes a client, quality and results-oriented approach.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Ensures effective and efficient functioning of EDs office as his personal assistant focusing on achievement of the following results: -
* Provide daily administrative and logistical support to the ED including; managing schedules, handling email and written communication, filing, photocopying, faxing, mailings, coordinating conference calls, and maintaining contact information and creating presentation materials.
* Maintain calendar/schedules; monitor changes and communicate relevant information to appropriate staff.
* Maintaining the necessary information data base for EDs office including contacts database of government, other CSOs, partners and other stakeholders.
* Maintaining Contacts with visitors and staff, arrangement of appointments and meetings including board meetings..
* Screen phone calls and visitors; respond to moderately complex information requests and inquires and as necessary;
* Serving as secretary to the ED – attending meetings, taking minutes, following up on specific details and actions arising from the meetings.
* Manage office petty cash
* Ensure effective administrative and logistical support, focusing on achievements of the following results:

Communication Officer - World Vision Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

Purpose of the position:

To provide communications advice and guidance and to implement communications plans for the Child Health Now Campaign and other advocacy programs for World Vision Kenya. The role will specifically ensure that the right communications resources are sought, developed and distributed to the relevant audiences.

Communicate World Vision's Christian ethos and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that is an example to others.

The position reports to the Communications Manager and will be advised and supported by the Child Health Now Campaign Manager based in Nairobi, Kenya

Major Responsibilities

    * Working with the Communications Manager and CHN Campaign Manager to develop and implement communications plans for the Child Health Now campaign and advocacy programs of World Vision Kenya.
    * Providing communications advice including crafting of relevant messages, use of the right media channels by critically developing strategic solutions to given communications challenges.
    * Preparing written materials, internal newsletters, press releases, media briefings, Questions and Answers, training documents, presentation materials and other communications products.
    * Working closely with the World Vision videographer/editor in developing CHN and World Vision Kenya documentaries and features.
    * Produce communication resources for World Vision web and social media outlets
    * Participating in communications planning and briefing for example press conferences and media interviews. The person is also expected to make presentations from time to time to different audiences on CHN as may be requested by the CHN Campaign Manager.
    * Develop marketing materials for CHN and effectively market the Campaign in Kenya and other WV Support Offices.
    * Ensure effective branding for the CHN Campaign.
    * Developing strong media relations with key local and international media
    * Gathering resources for the World Vision partnership offices for Marketing, Communication and Advocacy.
    * Actively contributing to World Vision communications resources like, Scribe, News Vision, Connections and Merlin.
    * Media support - Identification and facilitation of opportunities for World Vision to feature in local media.
    * Photography and dissemination of photographic material to International Body of World Vision
    * Videography and documentary support including idea formulation, conceptualization and implementation
    * Providing relevant communications training to Sub-Branch, IPA managers and CHN field correspondents
    * Providing relevant communication related support to EDR Department during emergencies
    * Work closely with Advocacy and Communications team

Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:

    * The holder of the position should have at least a Bachelors degree or Post-Graduate Diploma in Mass communications/Journalism or other relevant training from a recognized university of college.
    * Should have a good command of both spoken and written English.
    * Ability to write creatively and edit communication narratives or resources and reports.
    * Should have good photography skills
    * Should be computer literate and experienced in the use of basic software programmes.
    * Should have adequate understanding of World Vision Operations to be able to work programmatically.
    * Should be creative and a team player
    * Should have media contacts
    * Must be flexible, be ready to travel and work under pressure for long and irregular hours and meet strict deadlines.
    * Must have a broad perspective on issues
    * At least two years experience in busy corporate communications ,print, electronic or social media office.
    * Videography and video editing skills are an added advantage.

How to Apply

All application letters and detailed CVs together with names of three referees, one of whom must be a church leader/priest/pastor, should be sent to reach the undersigned not later than October 13, 2010.

Director
People and Culture
World Vision Kenya
P.O. Box 50816 - 00200 Nairobi, Kenya
Email: recruit_kenya@wvi.org

Closing Date: October 13 2010

Please indicate clearly on the envelope or on the subject line the position you are applying for. (Only short-listed candidates will be contacted).

October 1, 2010

Public Relations Job Kenya Tourist Development Corporation (KTDC)

KTDC, a State Corporation created by an Act of Parliament CAP. 382, is a leading Development Financial Institution (DFI) providing affordable and accessible financial facilities and advisory services to the Tourism industry.

KTDC’s mission is to develop and diversify Kenya’s Tourism industry by providing a range of advisory and financial services to investors in tourism related enterprises is seeking to recruit a suitable candidate to fill the position of Head of Public Relations.

Purpose
To effectively and efficiently manage the Public Relations function, create awareness of the Corporation’s products and services and improve the image of the Corporation as a whole.

Key Responsibilities
* Implement KTDC’s PR strategy, policies, mission and vision;
* Prepare and manage the Public Relations budget;
* Ensure timely and efficient implementation of PR strategy and Annual Work Plan (AWP) and ensure that departmental performance targets are set and achieved;
* Ensure that Public Relations is effectively used to support the core objectives of KTDC;
* Ensure full implementation of the Quality Management System within the Public Relations department;
* Mentor, coach and provide leadership to the Public Relations team;
* Manage the flow of information between and among KTDC stakeholders;
* Educate and enhance the importance and awareness of KTDC’s products to the public;
* Coordinate surveys to measure customer satisfaction at KTDC;
* Establish industry issue management mechanisms for KTDC;
* Coordinate all KTDC corporate investment responsibility programmes, corporate sponsorship, corporate advertising and corporate events.

Person Specifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications or related field.
* Higher Diploma in Public Relations, Communications or in a relevant field; and
* Membership to a professional public relations body.
* At least 5 years experience in public relations with at least 2 years in a senior management and supervisory role in a large organisation.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
* Team playing skills;
* Strong leadership and management skills; and
* ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

The sealed applications should be addressed to;
Managing Director,
Kenya Tourist Development Corporation,
P.O. Box 42013-00100,
Nairobi.

Or be hand delivered to the Corporation at Utalii house, 11th Floor so as to be received in all the circumstances not later than 15th October 2010.

EPZ Kenya Jobs: Public Relations Assistant Vacancy

The Export Processing Zones Authority (EPZA) is an ISO certified state corporation established under an act of parliament, Cap 517.

The Authority is responsible for the promotion, facilitation and regulation of export oriented investments including development and creation of an enabling environment for such investments situated in the Export Processing Zones around the country.

EPZA is seeking to recruit highly qualified, dynamic and motivated professional for the following post:

Public Relations Assistant
The Public Relations Assistant will assist the Public Relations Executive in the following main responsibility areas and is on a three (3) year renewable contract.
* Preparation of publication materials
* Photography
* Media content analysis
* Preparation of company functions
* Interactive public relations on phone and on the web
* Any other duties as may be assigned by the manager and Chief Executive.

Required Qualifications
* Diploma in Mass Communications/PR communications
* Computer literate, MS Office Suite, DTP/Coral Draw/Photoshop
* Articulate with good oral and written Communication
* A team player and self motivated
* Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in a busy office

If your qualifications and competencies meet the above requirements, please write in confidence to the undersigned enclosing copies of your academic certificates and testimonials, detailed curriculum vitae (CV) showing your current position and remuneration, daytime telephone contacts and email and telephone contacts of three referees to reach the undersigned on or before 15th October 2010.

Human Resource Executive
Export Processing Zones Authority
P.O. Box 50563 – 00200
Nairobi

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

“EPZA is an Equal Opportunity Employer”

Head of Public Relations Job Vacancy - Kenya Tourist Development Corporation (KTDC)

Implement KTDC’s PR strategy, policies, mission and vision;
Prepare and manage the Public Relations budget;
Ensure timely and efficient implementation of PR strategy and Annual Work Plan (AWP) and ensure that departmental performance targets are set and achieved;
Ensure that Public Relations is effectively used to support the core objectives of KTDC;
Ensure full implementation of the Quality Management System within the Public Relations department;
Mentor, coach and provide leadership to the Public Relations team;
Manage the flow of information between and among KTDC stakeholders;
Educate and enhance the importance and awareness of KTDC’s products to the public;
Coordinate surveys to measure customer satisfaction at KTDC;
Establish industry issue management mechanisms for KTDC;
Coordinate all KTDC corporate investment responsibility programmes, corporate sponsorship, corporate advertising and corporate events.

Person Specifications

Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications or related field.
Higher Diploma in Public Relations, Communications or in a relevant field; and
Membership to a professional public relations body.
At least 5 years experience in public relations with at least 2 years in a senior management and supervisory role in a large organisation.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
Team playing skills;
Strong leadership and management skills; and
ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

The sealed applications should be addressed to;

Managing Director,
Kenya Tourist Development Corporation,
P.O. Box 42013-00100,
Nairobi.

Or be hand delivered to the Corporation at Utalii house, 11th Floor so as to be received in all the circumstances not later than 15th October 2010.

September 28, 2010

Jobs Opportunity Kenya: Communications Officer Job In A Kenyan NGO

Communications jobs in Kenya.

Our client, a medium sized NGO is looking for a Communications Officer.

Main duties and responsibilities:
* Day-to-day management of the organization website, including updating and ongoing monitoring, gaining input from other organization staff as necessary
* Together with the Programs Coordinator and the Editor, leading work on the ongoing development of the design, content and production of organization newsletter
* To co-ordinate the production of internal and external organization communications, publications and materials, in consultation with other staff
* To develop, implement and maintain, in liaison with other employees and external consultants as required, strong organization visual branding.
* To develop and maintain organization photo library for use across a range of communications forms.
* To contribute to planning of and arrangements for organization events, in particular regarding the design and production of materials.
* To support organization team in developing media strategy, drafting press releases, responding to media enquiries and building dialogue with journalists.
* To undertake other duties as required commensurate with the level of this post.

Qualifications:
* Must have a degree in English, Journalism, Marketing, Communications, Business, Liberal Arts or Human Resources
* Must have strong writing and editing skills;
* Must be computer proficient
* Must have the ability to multi-task and set priorities;
* Must have the ability to prepare and manage project budgets;
* Must demonstrate strong teamwork skills;

Interested? Send your Resume ONLY to recruit@flexi-personnel.com by Thursday 30th September 2010. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

September 27, 2010

Freelance Writing Job At Veritable Writers Kenya

Writing jobs In Kenya.
Are you a freelance/work at home writer? Can you write 5 short (500 words) articles a day? Do you know what plagiarism is and how to avoid it? Are you good in rewriting/paraphrasing? Can you write well researched articles?

We are a dedicated team of home based writers and are interested in working with you. That is if you can meet all deadlines and give us quality work. Without fail! Apply to veritablewriters@gmail.com

NB:
1.People with experience writing product reviews are welcome to apply.

2.The work resumes right away.

3. You need a reliable internet connection and a computer plus good internet research skills.

4.This is a long-term position not a trial and error thing.

5.Pay is upwards of Kes 20,000 PM if you are a good writer.

September 19, 2010

Jobs Opportunity Kenya: Eos Visions Kenya Vacant Jobs

Eos Visions is Africa’s leading group of educational travel and destination management companies.
Our members are social enterprises that offer enlightening, life-enriching and potentially life-changing travel experiences that bridge cultural and political borders through education and exchange, and contribute to sustainable development.
We have a presence in all member countries of the East African Community (Burundi, Kenya,Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda) and can also service areas of eastern DR Congo.
Our main offices are located in Nairobi/Kenya, Kigali/Rwanda and Emstek/Germany. For our office in Nairobi/Kenya, we are currently looking for a

Vacancies
We are currently interested in candidates for various positions. Please click on the links below to view the job advertisements in pdf format:
- Country Manager, Nairobi
- Country Manager, Kigali
- Operations Manager, Nairobi
- Office Manager, Kigali
- Tour Guide, Nairobi or Kigali

For details please visit http://www.eos-visions.com/Jobs.htm

Submit your applications to recruitment@eos-visions.com Deadline is September 30/10/2010

EOS VISIONS KENYA

September 17, 2010

Jobs Opportunity Kenya : Documentary Crew Jobs For A Charity Funded Documentary

We invite applicants who are performance driven and possess excellent transferable skills, demonstrable track records of achievement in past roles not necessarily in this field but who have a passionate desire to bring to life a great documentary on the environment in Kenya. The base location will be Nairobi Kenya, but the shots will be taken across the whole nation in a span of 4 months starting from 1st December. We are therefore are looking for:

Casting Director
Works closely with the director to cast the film. Specific duties will include:
• Assist in the organization and administration of casting calls and auditions
• Assist in the recruitment and hiring of cast

Unit Production Manager
The UPM, under the supervision of the Exec Producer, coordinates, facilitates, and oversees the preparation of the production unit, including: all off-set logistics, day to day production decisions, locations, budget schedules and personnel. Specific duties will include:
• Prepare script breakdown and preliminary shooting schedule with the 1st AD
• Prepare and coordinate the budget
• Oversee search and survey of all locations and the completion of business arrangements for the same
• Assist in the preparation of the production with a mind towards efficiency collaboration
• Supervise completion of the production report for each day’s work, showing work covered and the status of the production, and arrange for distribution of that report to proper channels
• Coordinate arrangements for the transportation and housing of cast, crew, and staff
• Oversee the securing of releases and negotiations for locations and personnel
• Maintain a liaison with the local authorities regarding locations and the operation of the company

1st Assistant Director
During preproduction the 1st AD works in conjunction with the UPM in organizing the crew, securing equipment, script break down, stripboard (production board) prep, and shooting schedule. During production he/she assists the director with respect to on-set production details, coordinates and supervises crew and cast activities and facilitates an organized flow of production activity. Specific duties will include:
• Prepare script breakdown and preliminary shooting schedule with the UPM
• Aid in location business, as delegated by the UPM
• Check weather reports
• Prepare day-out-of-day schedules for talent employment and determine the cast and crew calls
• Supervise the preparation of the call sheet for cast and crew
• Direct background action and supervise crowd control
• Supervise the functioning of the shooting set and crew

2nd Assistant Director
The 2nd AD is the chief assistant to the 1st AD in conducting the business of the set or the location site. Specific duties will include:
• Prepare the call sheet, in conjunction with the 1st AD
• Prepare the daily production report, in conjunction with the UPM
• Distribute scripts, sides, changes, and call sheets to cast and crew
• Communicate advance scheduling to cast and crew
• Aid in location managing as required by the UPM, 1st AD, or Location Manager
• Facilitate transportation of equipment and personnel, under the supervision of the UPM
• Schedule food, lodging, and other facilities
• Supervise set and location wrap
• Maintain liaison between UPM and 1st AD
• Assist in the direction of background action and the supervision of crowd control

Script Supervisor
The script supervisor maintains a daily log of the shots covered and their relation to the script during the course of a production, acts as chief continuity person, and acts as an on-set liaison to the post-production staff. Specific duties will include:
• Maintain of log of all shots, including the following information: shot number(s) as seen on script, actual slated shot number(s), comments by director or DP, continuity information including digital stills references, tape/reel#, camera settings, date, time, production statistics, etc.
• Act as continuity person on set
• Daily cross-referencing with continuity stills photographer to ensure accessibility of continuity stills during production
• Maintain liaison with 2nd AD, provide information for daily production reports
• Provide editor, other postproduction staff with log of footage

Key Production Assistant
The key PA is the chief on-set/on-location assistant of the 1st AD in terms of set operations. Specific duties will include:
• Management of walkie-talkies, traffic cones, and other production staff equipment
• Management of other production assistants
• Assist in the direction of background action and the supervision of crowd control
• Assist in set lock-downs
• Assist in the functioning of the shooting set and crew

Production Accountant
The production accountant works closely with the UPM to maintain the production’s budget. Specific duties will include:
• Preparation of the budget, in conjunction with UPM
• Maintenance of production accounts
• Facilitate release of expenditures
• Accounting for costs, filling out cost reports

Location Manager
The location manager works with the UPM and the 2nd AD to manage the discovery and securing of locations. The locations manager maintains a liaison between the production and the local authorities, and obtains the necessary clearance and release for use of locations.

Publicist
Working closely with the executive producer, director, art director, and publicity designer, the publicist works to publicize and promote the film during all phases of production. Specific duties will include:
• Securing permission for and supervising placement of posters, flyers, and other promo ads
• Supervising the generation and distribution of press releases
• Maintaining a liaison with the press
• Assisting in fundraising activities

Art Director
Working under the supervision of the director and in coordination with the production designer, the art director develops, coordinates, facilitates, and oversees the overall design of the production. The art director acts as a supervisor to the makeup, hair, and wardrobe departments, and as a consultant to the camera, production design, special effects, and compositing departments. Specific duties will include:
• Early development of attitude boards for characters, locations, scenes, etc.
• Coordinate the work of the costume designer, production designer, and compositors with the DP and the director.
• Supervise the work of the publicity designer
• Supervise the creation of title sequences and credits

Production Designer
Working under the supervision of the director and in coordination with the art director, the production designer develops, coordinates, facilitates, and oversees the design of the sets, whether on stage or practical locations. The production designer supervises the work of the construction crew, set decorating crew, and property department in conjunction with the director and DP. Specific duties will include:
• Participation in location scouting recces
• Design of sets
• Supervision of set construction and dressing
• Coordination, via the art director, with the make up, wardrobe, camera, property, and compositing departments

Publicity Designer
Working under the supervision of the director and in coordination with the art director and the publicist, the publicity designer develops, coordinates, facilitates, and oversees the design of publicity materials including posters, promo shots, and the website. Specific duties will include:
• Design and implementation of production website
• Design of posters and other promotional materials
• Design of Electronic Press Kit materials
• Design of DVD

Key Makeup Person
The key makeup person applies and maintains the cast’s makeup. Specific duties will include:
• Applying makeup to cast members
• Maintaining actor’s makeup during shooting, in coordination with the script supervisor and the continuity stills photographer

Key Hairdresser
The key hairdresser dresses and maintains the cast’s hair. Specific duties will include:
• Dressing cast members hair
• Maintaining actor’s hair during shooting, in coordination with the script supervisor and the continuity stills photographer

Costumer Designer
The costume designer works under the supervision of the director and the art director to design, obtain, assemble, and maintain the costumes for a production. Specific duties will include:
• The development of costuming concepts and design of costumes
• Coordination with the art director, production designer, and DP
• The obtaining of all costume components
• The final assembly of all costumes
• The maintenance of all costumes

Set Costumer
The set costumer works as an assistant to the costume designer, helping to assemble and maintain the costumes, and also managing and facilitating the use of the costumes during production. Specific duties will include:
• Assist the costume design in design, obtaining, and assembly of costumes
• Organization, maintenance, and management of costumes
• Helping the actors change

Property Manager
The property manager works in coordination with the art director, production designer, and DP to gather, maintain, and manage all the props for a production. Specific duties will include:
• Seeking and obtaining props
• Maintenance and management of props

Set Decorator
The set decorator works closely with the art director, production designer, construction foreman, and DP to dress and decorate the sets. Specific duties will include:
• Painting, draping, arranging props
• Small-scale landscaping

Director of Photography
The DP, or cinematographer, is the camera and lighting supervisor on the production. Besides overseeing the work of the camera crew, the DP is also assisted by the grips and electricians in preparing the technical aspects of recording an image on film or CCD. Specific duties will include:
• Operation of cameras
• Coordination of lighting, angle, motion control, media, settings, etc.

Camera Operator
The camera operator assists the DP in camera operation. Specific duties will include:
• Operation of cameras
• Focus marking & pulling
• Maintenance and management of camera equipment

Jobs Opportunity Kenya : Head of Corporate Communications & PR Job Kenya

OUR CLIENT IS A LEADER IN THE PROVISION OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS SOLUTIONS IN KENYA. THE
COMPANY SEEKS TO RECRUIT DYNAMIC, SELF-DRIVEN INDIVIDUALS FOR THE POSITION OF HEAD OF
CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS & PR

Position Title:Head of Corporate Communications & PR
Reports to:Managing Director

Basic Purpose:
Directs company internal and external communications. Coordinates public relations, including presentations and written communications which inform relevant stakeholders, media representatives and the public about the company. Responsible for developing and implementing communication policies and programs that support the organization’s overall strategic direction. Approves all external public communication documents. Responsible for resource allocation, including budget and personnel. Works closely with general management level.

Main Responsibilities and Duties:
Contributes to the formulation of the OPCO strategy and ensures that all Communication policies and programmes support the organization’s overall strategic direction:
•Formulates and implements policies and procedures designed to achieve business objectives
•Directs the development of company positioning messages that will be woven into all Communications/PR
materials
•Directs the preparation and maintenance of regular and special reports desired by general management
level to assist in the attainment of company objectives
Directs the development and implementation of the company’s external communications programs:
•Develops and executes plans for the design, writing and production of external communications
materials, including brochures, memos, newsletters, etc.
•Initiates and monitors communication activities in order to realize the desired uniform and integral
positioning of the company
•Works with sales, marketing, and human resource departments to plan and create strategies, tactics,
activities, and materials for the purpose of conveying the most positive message to employees, relevant
stakeholders, media representatives and the public
•Drives an increases positive coverage with relevant business, industry, channel press and analysts
Ensures that the PR agency and all media houses that do business with the Company are managed in a manner that is beneficial to the Company and that a cordial relationship is maintained with such entities at all times.
•Continually checks the quality of work done/services rendered by the agencies, provide feedback and
manage under performance
Act as a spokesperson for the Company:
•Proactively seeks out opportunities for exposure in the press
•Represents/speaks on behalf of the company during company functions and events
Monitors the Company’s public image, highlights problem areas and recommends remedial actions as appropriate Manages the Corporate Communications Function:
•Oversees activities of personnel (i.e., hires, coaches, appraises, rewards, motivates, disciplines,
recommends termination as necessary)
•Works through managers in setting standards, priorities, and schedules

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
Assumes other special projects/assignments as directed by the MD.
Essential Knowledge:
Thorough understanding of the Company’s strategy, markets and services. Solid understanding of broad industry issues and competitive positioning of key players.
Expert knowledge; exhibits an exceptional degree of ingenuity, creativity and resourcefulness. Leads the
development of highly advanced technologies, principles, theories and concepts. Guides and transfers knowledge to his/her team.

Competencies:
•Business awareness
•Strong analytical skills and problem solving skills
•Excellent planning skills
•High personal standards and goal oriented
•Excellent interpersonal skills
•Excellent and effective communications skills, both orally and in writing
•Strong coaching skills

Qualifications:
•More than 10 years with University Degree in business, communications or journalism; out of which at
least 7 years leadership experience
•The ability to build and sustain positive business relationships internally and externally
•Proven ability to analyse complex business issues and identify, design and implement effective practical
recommendations
•Able to operate in a performance driven organization
•Culturally aware and adept at working across multiple geographies
•Fluency in English

APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications on e-mail, together with the latest copy of CV,day time telephone number and details of their current remuneration to: recruit@idp-ea.com so as to be receivedon or before Monday 2oth September 2010.

To View this and other opportunities or upload your CV, visit our website on http://www.idp-ea.com/featured-jobs/ Member of the DCDM/BDO Organization

September 15, 2010

Job: Vacancy for Public Relations & Sales Jobs Softa Bottling Kenya

Softa Bottling Company a leading manufacturing company seeks to recruit.

PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER
Requirements:
• Holder of a Diploma in Public relations / Mass communication / Journalism.
• Minimum one year experience.

SALES REPRESENTATIVES AND SALES MEN/SALES LADIES
Requirements:
• Diploma in sales and marketing from a recognized institution.
• 3 years experience in FMCG. Maize meal.

Apply to
The Human Resources Manager
Softa Bottling Company
P.O BOX 47343 Nairobi Kenya
Tel: 650020 / 533968 / 650023/4
Mobile: 0722755421
Fax: 5321107 / 650026
Email: info@kuguru.com

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