Lediga jobb KENYAS AMBASSAD i Stockholm

Applications are invited for a vacant position of a Public Relations Officer at the Kenya Embassy, Stockholm on a two-year contractual basis, renewable upon satisfactory performance.

The successful candidate appointed to the position will be responsible for providing support and assistance in promoting Kenya's interests and engagements in Sweden and the Nordics.

Specific duties include:
. Coordinate Ambassador's social diary
. Plan, develop and implement PR strategies for the Kenya Embassy
. Collate and analyse media coverage for use by the Kenya Embassy Staff
. Participate in writing and editing in-house magazines, case studies, speeches, and articles
. Prepare and supervise the production of publicity brochures, handouts, direct mail leaflets, promotional videos, photographs, films and multimedia programmes
. Devise photo opportunities and coordinate studio or location photography
. Assist in organizing events (such as press conferences, exhibitions, open days), source speakers and seek out sponsorship opportunities
. Maintain and update information on the organisation's website
. Manage and update information and engage with users on social media sites such as Instagram, Twitter and Facebook
. Foster good community relations through events such as open days and through involvement in community initiatives
. Translation of correspondence from Swedish to English when required
. Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

The position will require a flexible, highly self-driven individual with a sense of creativity, and a positive attitude. The individual must also be a team player with excellent communication skills.

The pertinent qualifications are as follows:
. A basic degree in Social Sciences particularly Public Relations, Communications, International Relations, English, or related fields.
. Applicants must have an excellent command of Swedish language and good command of English language. Knowledge of another Nordic language is an added advantage
. Excellent Computer Skills including high proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe InDesign, photo editing software and use of social media
. Previous experience of at least 5 years in a similar role
. Evidence of clean criminal record (Evidence of a valid Police Clearance/Police Record Extract will be required)
. Resident of Sweden Visa mindre

Applications are invited for a vacant position of a Public Relations Officer at the Kenya Embassy, Stockholm on a two years contractual basis, renewable upon satisfactory performance.
The successful candidate appointed to the position will be responsible for providing support and assistance in promoting Kenya's interests and engagements in Sweden and the Nordics.

Specific duties include:
. Coordinate participation by the Ambassador and other designated officials, in targeted meetings and activities
. maintaining a diary of the targeted meetings
. Assist in the coordination of promotional activities by the Embassy
. Accompany officers to selected meetings
. Drafting of reports, presentations, and correspondences
. Analysing media coverage
. Translation of correspondence from Swedish to English when required
. Support Information Technology use in the Embassy
. Respond to selected telephone calls from clients
. Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

The position will require a flexible, highly self-driven individual with a sense of creativity. The individual must be a team player with excellent communication skills and the following qualifications:
. A basic degree in Social Sciences particularly Public Relations, Communications, International Relations, English, or related fields.
. Applicants must have an excellent command of Swedish language and good command of English language. Knowledge of another Nordic language is an added advantage
. Excellent Computer Skills including high proficiency in Microsoft Office and use of Social media
. Previous experience of at least 5 years in a similar role
. Evidence of clean criminal record (Evidence of a valid Police Clearance/Police Record Extract will be required)
. Resident of Sweden or valid work permit. Visa mindre

Kenya Embassy Stockholm is a diplomatic Mission. The Embassy exists to promote relations between the Republic of Kenya and the Royal Kingdom of Sweden. Description of work tasks:* Duties and Responsibilities: The successful candidate appointed to the vacant position will be responsible to Kenya Embassy, Stockholm for providing safe and timely driving as well as assist with related duties as may be assigned from time to time. Specific duties include: -driving the Ambassador;mapping out driving routes ahead of time to determine the most expedient trip;familiarise with traffic and weather reports to stay up to date on road conditions;routine checks and maintenance of the vehicle;maintenance of work tickets;knowledge of first aid assistance;detecting and reporting any malfunctioning of the vehicle's systems;security of the vehicle on and off the road;safety of passengers and/or goods;carrying authorised passengers and/or goods;cleanliness and overall vehicle maintenance and management;providing courier services whenever needed; andany other duties as assigned by the Ambassador or authorised officer. Description of qualifications:* For appointment to this position, a candidate must:

-have at least five (5) years cumulative service in a comparable position;have a valid driving licence (Class B and above);submit a sealed Police Clearance Certificate (renewable every year);have proof from transport license office (Transportstyrelsen) that your driving licence has never been recalled for the last 5 years;have medical certification of suitability to drive;be fluent in Swedish and English languages. Proficiency in other Nordic languages will be an added advantage;flexible to work beyond working hours;demonstrate outstanding professional competence, adherence to smartness, customer friendly with effective oral and writing skills;be computer literate;be visionary, a team player, high integrity, results oriented, innovative and committed to continuous learning;able to observe confidentiality;be a resident of Sweden and/or have a valid work permit; and submit at least three references and previous employer/s certificates/letter. Visa mindre