Public Communications Officer I

JOB GROUP ‘CPSB 09’ (K), ONE (1) POST

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable

Salary Scale: Ksh. 41,420 x 1,470 – 42,890 x 1,520 – 44,410 x 1,710 – 46,120 x 1,920 – 48,040 x 2,000 – 50,040 x 2,290 – 52,330 x 2,350 – 54,680 x 2,550 – 57,230 p.m

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Gathering information on programmes and significant events
2. Editing stories on various topical issues in a specific sectorial area;
3. Liaising with media practitioners and the public on issues of mutual concern
4. Scheduling interviews with Government officials;
5. Managing assigned projects and programmes under the guidance of the head of the unit/ section; and

Requirements for Appointment

1. Be a Kenyan Citizen;
2. have served in the grade of Public Communications Officer II or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years;
3. Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following: Mass Communications, Communications Studies, Journalism, Public Relations, Social Sciences or any other approved equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;

OR

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences with a Postgraduate Diploma in Mass Communications, Communications Studies, Public Relations, Journalism, International Relations or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution;

1. possess good oral and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili; and
2. be proficient in Information Communication Technology including use of internet and intranet services.

NOTE: Other benefits will be as advised by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC)

How to Apply:

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to make their applications ONLINE through the Kitui County Government website: www.kitui.go.ke

Candidates should complete one KCPSB 2 Employment form. The completed KCPSB 2 Employment form, together with certified copies of applicant’s National Identity Card, professional certificates, academic certificates and transcripts, should be submitted to the Kitui County Public Service Board jobs portal on or before Monday 16^th November, 2026.

Please Note:

1. The KCPSB 2 Employment form is available in the County Government website.
2. Applicants should provide all the details requested for in the advertisement. It is an offense to include incorrect information in the application. Details not obtained by closure of the advertisement will not be considered.
3. Only short listed and successful candidates will be contacted.
4. Short listed candidates shall be required to produce originals of their national identity card, professional certificates, academic certificates and transcripts.
5. It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.
6. Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

The County Government of Kitui is committed to zero tolerance to corruption. Candidates are cautioned against fraudsters and impersonators soliciting for money to influence the recruitment process. The person giving bribes and the person receiving will be treated equally as criminals and reported to the relevant law enforcement agencies.

Qualified youth, women, persons with disability and those from minority and marginalized groups are encouraged to apply.