Communication & Outreach Assistant/Social Media (One Position):

Working under the supervision of the Communication & Outreach Officer, the Communication & Outreach Assistant/Social Media will be responsible for making sure that information is appropriate and up to date. She/he will work along with the Communication and Outreach Officer to carry out research and make enquiries from colleagues, managers or clients emanating from the social media.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Evaluating cataloguing, classifying and storing information where necessary;

             Researching and acquiring new resources

• Making sure that information is appropriate and up to date
• Handling enquiries from colleagues, managers or clients emanating from the social media;
• Predicting possible demands for information
• Managing electronic information relating to activities at the commission through the social media;
• Writing and editing resource content
• Training colleagues how to use and update information systems been circulated within the  social media landscape;

Education and Experience

A University degree (A minimum of Bachelor) in Communication, or related field of studies.  Two to three years’ experience working as a media practitioner both electronic and print media.

Skills/Knowledge:
Demonstrates strong leadership, interpersonal and team building skills including negotiation skills;

• Knowledge, skills and understanding in applying the principles  and practices of the Commission’s policies;
• Ability to communicate effectively;
• Understanding of the institution’s principles, practices and structure;
• Ability to work effectively as a team player;
• Excellent writing and spoken communication skills;
• Perform other duties and functions as may be assigned;
• High level of analytical skills and scientific thinking. The ability of making sound judgment;
• Experience in performance assessment and problem solving.
• Knowledge in using personal computer and running MS Office applications such as Word, and E-mails.