Deputy Director Communication and Information Technology

Reference: KT/CASB/2026/10 | Grade: KCASB 4 (J/G Q) | Posts: 1 | Basic salary: KShs. 105,570 – 139,790 p.m. (permanent and pensionable)

Job description

Coordinating and overseeing all public relations and communication activities, including the preparation and publication of brochures, handbooks, flyers, magazines, newsletters and other communication materials;

Overseeing the management and updating of the County Assembly website and social media platforms in liaison with the Information Technology Department;

Coordinating and overseeing the County Assembly's outreach programmes, corporate events, exhibitions and other public engagement activities;

Overseeing protocol arrangements and ensuring adherence to established procedures in receiving and handling official visitors and dignitaries to the County Assembly;

Overseeing the preparation and issuance of press releases, responses to media stories and proactive media reporting through authorized communication channels;

Coordinating with the County Assembly Broadcast Unit on broadcast, media production and dissemination of information relating to the activities of the Assembly;

Overseeing the preparation and review of the County Assembly profile, position papers and other corporate communication materials;

Convening and chairing public relations and media-related meetings and ensuring that minutes, decisions and action points are properly documented and followed up;

Providing professional guidance and technical advice on public relations, media relations, communication and protocol matters to the relevant Assembly authorities and officers;

Coordinating the preparation of departmental work plans, budget estimates and resource requirements for public relations and communication activities;

Overseeing staff performance management, training and professional development within the Public Relations and Communications function;

Monitoring and evaluating the performance of communication activities and preparing periodic reports on outputs, challenges and areas for improvement;

Ensuring the development, maintenance and implementation of appropriate standards and procedures for publications, media monitoring, website updates, outreach activities and protocol services;

Coordinating the management of communication records, publications, media coverage and other information resources to support institutional communication and accountability;

Advising the relevant Assembly authorities on emerging media and communication issues and recommending appropriate responses in accordance with approved institutional procedures;

Coordinating communication support for public participation activities to facilitate access to information on the legislative, oversight and representation functions of the County Assembly;

Performing any other duties relevant to the function of the cadre as may be assigned by the authorized authority;

Co-ordinating systems development, implementation and maintenance;

Designing Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN);

Coordinating systems analysis, design and programme specifications;

Supervising overall systems documentation;

Carrying out feasibility studies;

Preparing progress reports of the systems development;

Evaluating systems and ensuring adherence to established Information Communication Technology standards;

Training staff and Members in Information Communication Technology matters;

Liaising with user Divisions/Units to ensure effective maintenance of Information Communication Technology equipment;

Evaluating hardware maintenance feasibility studies and detailed specifications before implementation, staff supervision, budget preparation; and

Any other duty that may be assigned by the Office of the Clerk of Assembly.

Job specifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

Valid Kenyan citizenship;

Bachelor's degree in any of the following: Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Journalism, Journalism and Mass Communication, Mass Communication, Communications and Public Relations, International Relations and Diplomacy, Communication Studies, Communication and Media from a recognized institution in Kenya or any other relevant qualification; and

Minimum of two (2) years' relevant work experience.

Added advantage

Master's degree in any of the following disciplines: Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Journalism, Journalism and Mass Communication, Mass Communication, Communications and Public Relations, International Relations and Diplomacy, Communication Studies, Communication and Media from a recognized institution in Kenya;

Senior Management Course or its equivalent;

Membership in a relevant professional body or association; and

Certificate in computer applications/packages.

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Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA

How to apply

Application process

All interested and qualified persons are required to physically submit their signed application letters, together with a detailed curriculum vitae (CV), copies of certified academic and professional certificates together with transcripts, and a certified copy of National ID/Passport, in a sealed envelope with the position applied for clearly marked on the left side, addressed to:

The Secretary Kitui County Assembly Service Board

P.O. Box 694 – 90200 Kitui

Applications should physically reach the Office of the Clerk of Assembly/Secretary, Kitui County Assembly Service Board on or before Monday, 30 November 2026 by 5.00 p.m., East Africa Time.

Important information to all applicants

It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.

Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

Only shortlisted and successful applicants will be contacted.

Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Cards, academic and professional certificates and transcripts during the interviews.

Candidates with foreign degrees MUST obtain accreditation from the Commission for University Education of Kenya.

Serving officers shall be required to avail original letters of appointment to the current substantive posts during the interviews.

Applications should physically reach the Office of the Clerk of Assembly/Secretary, Kitui County Assembly Service Board on or before Monday, 30 November 2026 by 5.00 p.m., East Africa Time.

Successful candidates will be required to submit clearance certificates before appointment from the following organizations, as part of compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya: Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission, Higher Education Loans Board, Directorate of Criminal Investigations, Kenya Revenue Authority, and a Credit Reference Bureau.

The Kitui County Assembly Service Board is committed to implementing Article 232(1) of the Constitution on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya's diverse communities, and equal employment opportunities for men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities. Women, youth, persons with disabilities, marginalized groups and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Beware of fraudsters

The County Assembly of Kitui does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Any individuals or parties requesting such payments while posing as Assembly representatives are impostors and should be reported to the relevant authorities.

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