Communications and Media Officer

MINISTRY OF INDUSTRY,

INVESTMENT & COMMERCE

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Communications and Media Officer (MCG/IE 4) 

The Ministry of Industry, Investment & Commerce is inviting suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Communications and Media Officer (MCG/IE 4) in the Communications & Public Relations Unit, Ministry of Industry, Investment & Commerce.

Salary Range: $1,665,309-$1,979,529 per annum and the allowances attached to the post


Job Purpose 
Under the supervision of the Director, Communication & Public Relations, the incumbent will assist in developing the Communication Policy and Annual Public Relations Programme.  The incumbent will produce news releases and features,  assist in the coordination of media services to the Ministry, the coordination and monitoring of publications of the Ministry, the coordination of Ministry events, e.g. press briefings, conferences; and in the preparation of speeches and development of electronic material on the work of the Ministry. 


Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
Excellent presentation, oral and written communication skills 

Ability to work on own initiative

Excellent time management, planning and organisational skills 

Excellent level of competence in scriptwriting and production for radio and television

Proficiency in the use of the Internet, windows operating systems and Microsoft applications, in particular Word and PowerPoint

Ability to work and co-operate in teams. 


Minimum Required Qualification and Experience 

Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communications or Journalism 

Minimum of three (3) years working experience in the field or Public Relations or a Communication-related environment

Knowledge of the local media.


Special Conditions Associated with the Job 

Tight deadlines and work outside of normal working hours including weekends and public holidays

The working environment can be stressful at times. 


Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than May 16, 2022 to the: 

Director
Human Resource Management and Development
Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce
4 St. Lucia Avenue
Kingston 5
Email: hrm@miic.gov.jm

We thank all applicants for their expression of interest; however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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