Laikipia University is a Public Chartered University located approximately 11km from Nyahururu Town and 50km from Nakuru City; along Nyahururu – Nakuru Highway. It is a premier University endowed with a serene environment which is conducive for learning.
The University’s Vision is to be a University for valued transformation of society and its mission is to serve students and society through research, education, scholarship, training, outreach and consultancy.
To effectively fulfil its mandate, the University wishes to internally recruit a competent Director-Corporate Affairs to provide marketing strategies for the global visibility of the University.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Director shall report to the Vice Chancellor and will be expected to;
Develop and implement strategies to ensure maintenance of the University’s corporate image;
Ensure participation and coverage of the University in relevant exhibitions and marketing activities;
Undertake market analysis and research to identify trends and opportunities for the furtherance of the
mission of the University;
Issue press releases, arrange interviews, and compile press kits;
Be responsible for marketing of the University and its products;
Coordinate Trade Fairs and Exhibitions and the participation of the University in such activities;
Develop and maintain a University newsletter, web and social media presence;
Coordinate resolution of public complaints and access to information in the University; and
Undertake such other responsibilities that may be assigned by the Vice Chancellor.
Qualifications
For appointment to this post, a candidate must;
Hold a minimum of a Master’s Degree Communication or Marketing or any other relevant field, from a
university recognised in Kenya.