Principal Corporate Communication Job NLAS

Job Title: Principal Corporate Communicati

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 Principal Corporate Communication Officer skilled in media relations, public relations strategy, corporate communications, and stakeholder engagement.

REFERENCE NO. NLAS/PCCO/5/1/2026/18

Qualifications

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have;

• At least nine (9) years cumulative work experience, three (3) of which should have been at the grade of senior Corporate Communication Officer or in a comparable position in the Private or Public sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines, Journalism, Mass Communication, Marketing, Public Relations, Communication and Media or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Management Course
• Membership to a relevant profession body where applicable;
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Principal Corporate Communication, is responsible for the following functions;

• Initiating and develop appropriate communication strategies;
• Coordinating preparation of publication materials;
• Maintaining media database;
• Preparing annual plans and budget;
• Maintaining mailing list of all stakeholders;
• Managing linkages with other stakeholders; and
• Organizing protocol and media events.

Remuneration will be in accordance with NLAS Salary Scale:

NLAS GRADE 5. Kshs. 128,570 x 10,755 – 139,325 x 10,755 – 150,080 x 10,755 – 160,835 x 10,755 – 171,590 x 10,755 – 182,345 x 10,755 – 193,100 x 10,755 – 203,855 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.