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• Responsible
  for planning, developing, implementing communication and Public Relations
  Strategies;
• Liaising
  with management and the Chairperson in answering enquiries from media,
  individuals and other organization using the appropriate media or channels
• Tasked
  with researching, writing and distributing approved press releases to
  targeted media
• Collating
  and analyzing media coverage
• Initiating,
  preparing and supervising production of publicity brochures, handouts,
  direct mail leaflets, promotional videos, photographs, films and
  multimedia programmes.
• Devising
  and coordinating photo opportunities
• Formulating
  work plans, procurement plans and budgets for Communication and Public
  Affairs Unit
• Developing
  various types of media tools (in print, broadcast, electronic and
  other promotional materials)
• Communicating
  with colleagues and key spokes people
• Organizing
  events including press conferences, exhibitions, open days, corporate
  events and press tours
• Working
  in liaison with ICT Department to update information on the NPA
  website
• Managing
  and updating information and engaging with users on social media sites
  such as twitter and Facebook
• Tasked
  with facilitating and maintaining a positive relationship between the
  Authority and its external stakeholders including the media
• Supporting
  the Chairperson and Executive Director of the Authority in carrying out
  the spokesperson function for NPA
• Fostering
  community relations through events such as open days and through
  involvement in community and social responsibility initiatives
• Managing
  the ordinary PR aspect of the institution including reputation risks
• Sourcing
  and managing opportunities for disseminating knowledge and materials
• Performing
  any other duties that may be assigned to him/her

• The ideal candidate for the National
  Planning Authority (NPA) Senior Communications and Public Affairs Officer
  job opportunity should hold a Master’s Degree in the following areas: –
  Public Relations, Journalism, Mass Communication, Media Relations and
  Corporate Affairs Or a Masters in Business / Management / Marketing or
  related relevant field with a first-degree qualification in Public
  Relations and Communication, Journalism or Public Relations from a
  reputable University will also be considered.
• Professional
  qualification in any of the above field is an added advantage
• Membership of a relevant professional body
  is essential
• A minimum of five years of relevant working experience in the
  field of communications, public relations with a reputable organization
• Ready
  to work beyond official hours, withstand pressure, work under minimum
  supervision and meet deadlines
• Extensive
  knowledge of theories, principles and practices of communication as they
  relate to Public Relations and Communication Services
• Detailed
  knowledge and expertise in media communications
• Expertise
  in the use of digital and socio media as well as other digital
  communication tools
• Advanced
  competence in the release of Information for Publication
• ICT
  proficiency
• Excellent
  command of English, public speech and excellent writing skills
• Knowledge
  of protocol issues
• Pleasant
  personality, good interpersonal, negotiating, communication and advocacy
  skills
• Highly
  critical and analytical mind and good grasp of development planning and
  other national economy related issues
• Good
  network management skills
• Good
  stakeholder management skills
• Age: Between 30 – 51 years

• The preferred method of applications
  delivery is physical delivery through the NPA Front Desk / Reception.
  However, postal applications are also allowed provided they are received
  before the deadline indicated below
• Shortlisted candidates shall be notified
  through their email addresses and phone contacts indicated on the
  application or CV.

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