Deputy Director Corporate Communication Job NLAS

Job Title: Deputy Director Corporate Communication

Date Posted: 13/07/2026

Job Type: Full Time

Employer: National Legal Aid Service

Industry: Communication

Salary: Open

Location: Nairobi

Country: Kenya

Deadline: 14/08/2026

Summary:

Communication Jobs, National Legal Aid Service Jobs.

Looking for a communication job in Kenya? NLAS is hiring a Deputy Director Corporate Communication skilled in strategic communication, public relations, media relations, and corporate brand management.

REFERENCE NO. NLAS/DDCC/3/1/2026/8:

Qualifications

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have;

• At least 15 (Fifteen) years cumulative work experience, three (3) of which should have been at the grade of Assistant Director, Corporate Communication or in comparable position in the Private or Public sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Public Relations, Corporate Communication, Journalism, Mass communication. Or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Masters’ degree in any of the following disciplines: Public Relations, Public Communication from a recognized Institution;
• Certificate in Leadership Course
• Membership to a relevant professional body where applicable;
• A valid practicing license where applicable;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Deputy Director Corporate Communication is responsible for the following functions;

• Overseeing development, implementation and review of corporate communication policies, strategies, standards, guidelines and procedures;
• Advising management on policies and strategies for promoting service visibility;
• Overseeing development and implementation of NLAS communication and branding strategy;
• Liaising with other departments to develop, packages and disseminate information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials to stakeholders;
• Development, implementing and reviewing of NLAS customer Service strategy;
• Coordinating Corporate Social Responsibility programmes;
• Developing an effective customer service charter and system;
• Managing the corporate image of the service;
• Establishment and managing linkages with other stakeholders;
• Overseeing the development and implementation of departmental budget and work plans;
• Ensuring prudent utilization of resources allocated to the Department;
• Overseeing preparation of resources allocated to the Department;
• Overseeing preparation of newsletters, speeches, publications and other materials;
• Managing internal and external communication channels;
• Undertaking staff training and sensitization on customer and public relation; and
• Coordinating official communication with the media and coverage of NLAS’ events and activities.

Remuneration will be in accordance with NLAS Salary Scale:

NLAS GRADE 5. Kshs 202,875 x 19,303 – 22,2178 x 19,305 – 241,483 x 19,305 – 260,788 x 19,305 – 280,093 x 19,305 – 299,398 x 19,305 – 318,703 x 19,305 – 338,008 x 19,305 – 357,313 p.m.

How to Apply

NOTE: NLAS Grades 1, 2 & 3 are on a three-years contract basis, renewable once while the rest are on permanent and pensionable terms

Interested persons who meet the minimum criteria are requested to submit applications enclosing copies of the following documents.

• National Identity card
• Certified copies of relevant academic and professional certificates,
• Any supporting documents and testimonials..
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae with three Referees

Application Process

• More detailed job descriptions for these vacancies can be accessed on our website: www.nlas.go.ke
• All applications should be submitted ONLINE to recruitment@nlas.go.ke on or before 14th August 2026 at 5:00pm Kenyan time.
• and the letter quoting the specific position and the reference number e.g., NLAS/CEO/1/1/2026/01

All application letters should be addressed to:

**Chief Executive Officer,

National Legal Aid Service,

P.O Box 45597-00100

Nairobi**

• Please note that HARD COPY APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
• Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

The National Legal Aid Service is an equal opportunity employer; it does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

Successful candidates MUST satisfy the requirements of Leadership and Integrity as set out in Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya and shall be required to present the following documents before being issued with an offer letter;

• Clearance from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission;
• Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority;
• Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations;v
• Certificate of Clearance from Credit Reference Bureau; and
• Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board or proof of ongoing repayments.