Strategic Communications Adviser

Strategic Communications Adviser

 Strategic Communications Adviser 

The Ministry of Energy and Energy Affairs invites applications from suitably qualified nationals to fill the Contract Position of Strategic Communications Adviser for a period of three (3) years with effect from the date of assumption of duty on terms and conditions to be negotiated with the Chief Personnel Officer. 

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Provide professional communications advisory support for the Minister.
• Develop an effective and creative strategic plan for the Ministry in the areas of public consultations, dialogue and public outreach;
• Advise on and participate in planning, coordinating and organising public consultations and special events;
• Engage in continuous dialogue with the Government and its key stakeholders to ensure proper coordination, development and implementation of the Communications Strategic Plan;
• Conduct on-going review, analysis and evaluation of Communications Management Strategies employed by the Ministry;
• Facilitate the platform for networking with Government stakeholders both locally and internationally;
• Prepare guidance for the Minister in anticipation of enquiries from the media regarding Energy policies, programmes and strategies;
• Analyse and evaluate the successes and challenges of the Ministry’s Communications Strategic Plan;
• Advise the Minister and his Executive Team on the information to be disseminated to stakeholders regarding initiatives undertaken by the Ministry;
• Draft oral and/or written responses to questions or requests raised by the news media, special interest groups etc. 

  REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE 

• Post graduate qualifications in the area of Communications, Public Relations, Media and Press Relations or related field;
• Minimum of ten (10) years experience in a Corporate Communications environment;
• Minimum of five (5) years in Communications in the Energy Sector;
• Strong competency and proven track record in public consultations within the private sector;
• Strong analytical and research skills;
• Extensive knowledge and experience in editing and producing publications;
• Skills in Institution - building, and Human Resource Development;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

ONLY SUITABLE MATCHES WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION