Communications Officer Job Pwani University

Communication Jobs. Pwani University Jobs

EF: PU/ADV/01/02/2026

Job Purpose

• To plan, coordinate, and implement the University’s internal and external communication strategies in order to enhance institutional visibility, protect and promote the University’s corporate image, support effective information flow, and strengthen engagement with stakeholders in line with the University’s mission, vision, and strategic objectives.

Requirements

• Appointment to this position is either on Permanent and Pensionable terms or on a two (2) year renewable performance-based contract, depending on age, citizenship, or any other reason

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Academic Qualifications

• Applicants must have an earned Bachelor’s degree in any of the following areas, Public Relations,
• Corporate Communications, Journalism, Journalism and Mass Communication, Mass
• Communication, Communications and Public Relations, International Relations
• and Diplomacy, Communication Studies, Communication and Media or equivalent qualification from a
• recognized and accredited institution.
• Applicants should also have Proficiency in computer applications

Professional Qualifications

• Applicants should be registered members of the relevant professional body e.g. Public Relations Society Kenya (PRSK), Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR), Media Council of Kenya (where applicable) and possess technical certification in either Public Relations Corporate Communication Media Relations Digital Communication / Social Media Management
• Or Relevant technical and professional certification from recognized and accredited institution

Experience

Interested applicants should:

• Have at least 5 years relevant experience as a Senior Corporate Communication officer or comparable position.
• Experience in handling Corporate communication, Public relations and Media or institutional communication in a public institution, university, or large organisation Managing media relations and institutional branding as a Senior Corporate Communication Officer or in a
• comparable position;
• Have exposure in writing for diverse audiences (management, staff, students, public)
• Demonstrate expertise in managing social media platforms and creating engaging content for blogs or websites.
• Have experience in organizing and coordinating University events, exhibitions and marketing activities.
• Have excellent communication, persuasive, negotiation, teamwork and interpersonal skills,
• with strong strategic thinking, logical reasoning, and sound decision-making ability

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How to Apply

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