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• The
  jobholder will develop, implement and evaluate communication plans that
  promote the image of NFA.
• Design,
  implement and evaluate information, education and communication strategy
  of the NFA.
• Develop
  and periodically review NFA’s stakeholder log for proactive engagement.
  Initiate, maintain and review NFA media relations for positive
  coverage.
• The
  incumbent will also educate corporate entities about forestry sector and
  engage them to enlist support for NFA’s reafforestation
  initiatives.
• Organise
  press conferences, prepare, edit and disseminate press releases and
  statements.
• Produce,
  edit and disseminate quality information, education and communication
  materials eg newsletters, booklets, inserts, calendars, performance
  reports, posters and branded corporate wear/souvenirs.
• Arrange,
  facilitate and participate in NFA’s live and pre-recorded media programs.
• Support
  NFA’s staff at the head office and in the field to educate and inform
  stakeholders and the general public.
• Collect,
  compile, edit and preview materials for NFA’s website.
• Supervise
  the activities of NFA’s Education and Documentation Centre (Library)
  and Reception Area(s).
• Organise
  and manage meetings with stakeholders as well as preparing schedules,
  talking points and producing reports.
• In-charge
  of NFA’s corporate events-Trade fairs, Anniversaries and Open-Days.
• Act
  as the official spokesperson for NFA.
• Perform
  any other relevant duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

• The applicant for the National Forestry
  Authority (NFA) Communication and Public Relations Manager job vacancy
  should hold a bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Journalism, and
  Education, Arts or public relations and corporate communications.
  Postgraduate training in communications, Media and /or Public relations is
  an added advantage.
• A minimum of five years’ experience working in the mainstream media, corporate
  communications and/or public relations with a reputable public or private
  entity.
• Excellent
  verbal, writing and reporting skills.
• A
  pleasant personality, good interpersonal and persuasive skills.
• Knowledge
  of software for publishing and on-line communication.
• Extensive
  network within the media fraternity.
• A
  positive attitude and ability to work at own initiative.
• Ability
  to work under minimal supervision, pressure and tight deadlines.
• High
  degree of flexibility, ability to multi-task and willingness to
  work beyond official working hours.
• Ability
  to freely interact with and influence people at All levels.
• Possession
  of confidentiality and impeccable integrity.

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