Communication Officer

3.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

i. To support the implementation of the Institute's corporate communications strategy
ii. To participate in strengthening and expanding the relationships with the stakeholders
of the Institute and members of the general public
iii. To assist in drafting the correspondence on customers' inquiries, complaints and
requests to align with the Institute's policies;
iv. To assist in handling media inquiries, arrange interviews with stakeholders, targeted
leaders and other experts;
v. To create and update the database of stakeholders for information sharing;

vi. To assist and participate in the writings on the publications of the Institute;

vii. To assist in monitoring internal communication and provide recommendations as
needed;

viii. To assist in creating content and update the Institute's website and social media
platforms;

ix. To assist in coordinating the sensitisation workshops and seminars to staff to
enhance effective communication;

x. To assist in preparing the contents related to the Institute's programmes and activities
(marketing materials, research, and event reports, strategic and annual plans);

xi. To coordinate the logistical arrangements for the production of interviews to be
filmed for the Institute’s television programmes.

3.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Holder of a Bachelor's Degree in one of the following fields: Mass Communication,
Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Business Administration majoring in Marketing,
International Relations, Business Communication or equivalent related qualification from
recognised institutions. Must have work experience of at least three(3) years in
communications, marketing and or public relations field.

3.3 SALARY SCALE

UIC

GENERAL CONDITIONS

• All applicants must be citizens of the United Republic of Tanzania and must not be

above 45 years of age. However, for vacancies within Paramilitary Institutions:
Applicants for non-degree posts must not exceed 25 years of age.
Applicants for degree posts must not exceed 30 years of age.