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Government Vacancies November 2020

Government Vacancies November 2020

Manager, Corporate Communications – Ministry of Public Administration

This incumbent is required to develop, implement, direct and evaluate the Ministry’s/Department’s marketing and communications strategies and programmes including public relations, media relations, web site content and the Ministry’s/ Department’s identity/image programme. Duties include planning, organising, directing and coordinating the work of staff engaged in the performance of related activities. Duties also include using communications as a vital component of the overall change management programme in support of the Ministry’s/Department’s initiatives amongst internal stakeholders and to inform clients, employees and the general public of initiatives and policies of government and of the Ministry/Department.

Reports to: Permanent Secretary/Head of Department

Supervision given to: Senior Corporate Communications Officer (direct), Corporate Communications Officer and other support staff (indirect)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plans, organises, directs and coordinates the work of staff engaged in the provision of Corporate Communications services in a Ministry/Department.
• Designs, organises and implements a creative and effective Communications Strategy including content management for the Ministry/Department’s website ensuring that it is adequately integrated into the Ministry/Department’s Operations.
• Prepares the more complex and sensitive briefs, media releases, advertisements and presentations; reviews speeches to be delivered by the Minister.
• Prepares the more complex Cabinet/Ministerial Notes, internal notes and other documents.
• Spearheads the development and implementation of media relations strategy to ensure proactive and positive media coverage of the Ministry’s/Department’s activities and to minimise negative media reports.
• Facilitates workforce effectiveness by setting the standard for monitoring the performance of staff supervised.
• Directs and participates in the preparation of the budgetary estimates of the Corporate Communications Division/Unit and ensures that expenditure is in accordance with financial guidelines.
• Provides strategic advice to members of the Ministry’s/Department’s executive and senior management teams, business unit managers and client sector leaders to build and protect the corporate brand name and image.
• Defines and manages all aspects of strategic communications: brand management, reputation management and relationship management for the Ministry/Department.
• Directs the conduct of research activities to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of Corporate Communications and client service provided and recommends necessary changes.
• Prepares the required inputs for the Ministry’s/Department’s Annual Report and other reports required by other agencies.
• Formulates policies, procedures, systems and guidelines that support the Corporate Communications function in the Ministry/Department and ensures compliance.
• Oversees the budgeting, planning, direction, coordination, implementation and evaluation of major events and programmes in the Ministry/Department and ensures successful execution.
• Directs and co-ordinates staff engaged in the performance of protocol duties for the Ministry/Department in accordance with established standards to ensure appropriate etiquette is used in interactions with individuals such as dignitaries and officials.
• Advises on the development and implementation of corporate advertising strategies, programmes and action plans adopted by the Ministry/Department.
• Develops and trains staff supervised in the creation and implementation of Crisis and Issues Communication Plans.
• Participates in the procurement of consultants for communications and research services by defining the research problem, determining research methodologies and sources, advising on questionnaires and discussion guides and reviewing reports and recommendations.
• Manages the work activities of consultants providing communications and research services.
• Contributes to the development of Provides oversight for customer relationships by maintaining constant dialogue, monitoring evolving needs, monitoring client care audits/quality indicators/client surveys, and developing early dissatisfaction detection mechanisms.
• Directs and coordinates the process for monitoring national, regional and international news and provides the executive with media summaries as detailed in the delivery schedule.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Experience and Training: 

• Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in the field of Corporate Communications or Public Relations or Media Relations and Advertising.
• Training as evidenced by a recognised University Degree in Communications Studies or a post graduate Diploma in a related field.

Skills and Abilities: 

• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite desktop publishing and communications technologies such as web applications, design/illustration software and/or databases.
• Skill in the use of personal computers.
• Skill in writing and editing, including a strong command of English.
• Skill in conducting research and in conceptual and analytical thinking.
• Ability to use e-Government technology platforms.
• Ability to use the internet for research purposes.
• Ability to plan, organise, lead and co-ordinate the work of professional and other support staff performing corporate communications duties.
• Ability to develop effective and engaging branded events that will achieve Ministry/Agency goals.
• Ability to problem solve and work independently in a changing and multitasking environment with numerous deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal/external partners.
• Ability to develop professional relationships in all aspects of the position that result in stable, consistent, reliable and courteous communications when dealing with other stakeholders.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills.

Knowledge:

• Extensive knowledge of media issues, social marketing theory and practice, communications strategies and implementation and behavioural sciences.
• Extensive knowledge of marketing, public relations, advertising, promotion and other marketing communication methods.
• Extensive knowledge of current theories and practices in communication research, planning and strategy, and the role of mass media.
• Knowledge of the Constitution of The Republic of Trinidad and Tobago.
• Extensive knowledge of desktop publishing, new web and social media such as Facebook and Twitter.
• Considerable knowledge of the organisational structure of the Government of Trinidad and Tobago.
• Considerable knowledge of protocol procedures.
• Knowledge of Public Administration.

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Government Vacancies November 2020

Corporate Communications Officer

The incumbent is required to contribute to the achievement of the communications targets of the Ministry/Department and assist in monitoring their implementation. Duties include coordinating media relations strategies, producing and disseminating materials for communicating information about the Ministry/Department and its services; coordinating the content of the intranet or external website and the production of a quarterly newsletter; disseminating reports and publications; and maintain an updated database of contacts and an effective communication system within the Ministry/Department. Depending on work assignment, the incumbent will be required to perform duties in one or more of the Communications functional areas.

Reports to: Senior Corporate Communications Officer/designated officer

Supervision given to: n/a

Duties and Responsibilities: 

Strategy and Measurement
– Assists in tracking developments in the Ministry/Department’s sector nationally and globally.
– Participates in the design, organisation and implementation of a creative and effective Marketing/Communications Strategy including content management for the Ministry/Department’s website ensuring that it is adequately integrated into the Ministry/Department’s Operations.
– Participates in the preparation and execution of programmes geared towards educating and informing the Public.
– Conducts research and utilizes other data in the analysis and evaluation of information for the preparation of policy documents, briefs, working papers and presentations.
– Assists with relevant research including but not limited to the conduct of interviews to determine the success and outreach of Information Programmes and initiates corrective action as appropriate.
– Assists in identifying stakeholders needs and proposes relevant engagement strategies.
– Liaises with Media Services to monitor print and electronic media to keep the Ministry/Department informed of developments within the Communications environment.
– Interprets HR policies and procedures to assist clients with queries and concerns.
– Prepares communications reports, Cabinet/Ministerial Notes, internal notes and other documents.

Product and Events
– Develops and implements marketing, media placement and distribution strategies for the Ministry/Department.
– Assists in the production of literature formats such as booklets, posters, brochures for public outreach and sensitisation.
– Assists in the development of information and activities such as health and wellness, safety awareness and other cultural and workplace enhancing projects.
– Performs day-to-day management of the intranet site through the use of a Content Management System, including design, content and technical functions, to ensure that it is useful for staff and that content is up-to-date, accurate and consistent with the Brand Identity Guide.
– Develops and manages internal communication activities which involve, engage and inform all employees, utilising appropriate communication tools.
– Prepares, develops, writes and edits content for the intranet, staff newsletter, team briefings, noticeboards and other internal communications channels as well as for project briefs.
– Maintains and regularly updates a detailed calendar of events or Forward Diary for the Ministry/Department.

Media and Advertising
– Develops a Media Strategy for each announcement, launch or significant media event.
– Organises and manages press, radio and television interviews.
– Writes a variety of communications (e.g. press releases, personal interest stories, newsletters, etc.) for the purpose of keeping the media and public informed of the activities of the Ministry/Department.
– Coordinates the completion, printing, and distribution of corporate collateral to selected media representatives.
– Drafts appropriate responses to adverse publicity.
– Undertakes research on current web and internet technology and trends in marketing and communications for the purpose of keeping current.
– Monitors national, regional and international news to identify evolving trends and opinions which may impact the work of the Ministry/Department. .
– Monitors media scanning databases and redirects any issues to the relevant authorities.
– Provides media summaries and alerts on breaking news.

Stakeholder Engagement
– Performs protocol duties for the Ministry/Department in accordance with established standards to ensure appropriate etiquette is used in interactions with individuals such as dignitaries and officials.
– Assists in identifying stakeholders’ needs and proposes relevant engagement strategies.
– Develops, manages and controls procedures for all internal and external correspondence.
– Researches and assembles information for members of the public.
– Responds to complaints and organisation issues from members of the public.
– Distributes relevant educational material on the activities of the Ministry/Department.
– Creates and updates a database/directory of stakeholders’ contact information, profiles and services.
– Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Experience and Training:

– Minimum two (2) years’ experience in Corporate Communications or Public Relations , including web design and development , preferably in the Public Sector .
-Training as evidenced by a recognised University Degree in Communications Studies or a related discipline.

Skills and Abilities: 

– Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, HTML, wiki-mark-up, and Adobe Photoshop CSS.
– Skill in the use of personal computers.
– Ability to use e-Government technology platforms.
– Ability to use the internet for research purposes
– Ability to plan and organize, and supervise the work of support staff.
– Ability to communicate at a high-level, both orally and in writing.
– Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, members of the media and the public.
– Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge: 

– Knowledge of current theories and practices in communications research, planning and strategy, and the role of mass media.
– Knowledge of media issues, social marketing theory and practice, communications strategies and implementation and behavioural sciences.
– Knowledge of marketing, public relations, advertising, promotion and other communications methods.
– Knowledge of modern techniques of news gathering and release.
– Knowledge of Video Production.
– Some knowledge of the Constitution of The Republic of Trinidad and Tobago;
– Some knowledge of the organisational structure of the Government of Trinidad and Tobago;
– Knowledge of modern techniques of news gathering/event management.- Knowledge of protocol procedures

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Government Vacancies November 2020

SPEECH WRITER/ RESEARCHER

The incumbent is required to conduct in-depth research and prepare, write and edit executive and other speeches, releases, articles, letters and other communication documents for use by the Ministry/Department. Duties involve researching material for writing assignments; submitting assignments within agreed timelines and ensuring relevance and currency of content.

Reports to: Head – Corporate Communications or designated officer

Supervision given to: N/A

Duties and Responsibilities: 

– Writes, edits and prepares a range of documents including speeches, feature addresses, speaking notes, briefs, messages, letters, releases, PowerPoint presentations, articles and other communications documents.
– Researches the materials required for the writing and editing of all speeches/communications documents and provide input for the analysis required for the development, implementation, review and evaluation of new and existing policies.
– Sources information-related issues in reports (local, regional and international), the electronic print and other media at libraries and other archives for reference and record keeping purposes.
– Submits speeches and other communications documents within timelines given.
– Reviews speeches and other communications documents to ensure that information is relevant, up to date and addresses national and other issues as required.
– Maintains indexed archive file of all speeches/communication documents.
– Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Experience and Training: 

– Minimum of 4 years’ experience in Mass Communications or Public Relations or a related area, with an emphasis on performing writing and editing duties for senior managerial/executive personnel.
– Training as evidenced by a recognised University Degree in Communications Studies or in a related field or a post graduate Diploma in a related field

Skills and Abilities: 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
– Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
– Skill in the use of personal computers.
– Skill in conducting research and in conceptual and analytical thinking.
– Skill in writing and editing, including a strong command of English.
– Ability to use e-Government technology platforms.
– Ability to use the internet for research purposes.
– Ability to analyze and synthesize data from a wide variety of sources, and summarize in a clear and concise manner.
– Ability to pay close attention to detail.
– Ability to exercise diplomacy and tact in interacting with others.
– Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously.
– Ability to meet strict deadlines.
– Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal/ external partners.

Knowledge: 

– Knowledge of New Media.
– Knowledge of media issues, social marketing theory and practice, communications strategies and behavioural sciences.
– Knowledge of marketing, public relations, advertising, promotion and other communications methods.
– Knowledge of modem techniques of news gathering and release.
– Knowledge of current theories and practices in communication research, planning and strategy, and the role of mass media.
– Knowledge of Video Production.
– Knowledge of the Constitution of The Republic of Trinidad and Tobago.
– Knowledge of the organisational structure of the Government of Trinidad and Tobago.
– Knowledge of protocol procedures.

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GRAPHIC DESIGNER

The incumbent is required to create and produce images, logos, layouts for magazines, newsletters, brochures and other print pieces for the visual conceptualisation and graphic design of projects for the Ministry /Department

Reports to: Head – Corporate Communications or designated officer

Supervision given to: N/A

Duties and Responsibilities: 

– Produces a wide range of visual material in support of communications programmes, using a range of current software such as In design, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, and Quark Xpress.
– Conceptualises, designs and lays out all artwork such as press advertisements, storyboards, flyers, brochures, booklets, file covers, posters, t-shirt prints, programmes and illustrative designs.
– Creates and oversees product design and booth displays.
– Assists in the development of creative concepts as required.
– Advises on the use of relevant materials such as photos and special boards in order to produce final artwork/displays that are suitable in quality and look.
– Oversees the production of external work including pre-press, printers and designers to ensure that required standards are met.
– Attends meetings as required.
– Prepares digital artwork for offset reproduction.
– Prepares Portable Document Format (PDF) files.
– Manages the proper filing and backup of digital artwork.
– Produces audio-visual presentations and takes photographs at Ministry’s/Department’s events.
– Performs other duties related to the core functions of the position.

Minimum Experience and Training: 

– Minimum two (2) years’ experience in graphic design and web management process.
– Training as evidenced by an Associate Degree in Graphic Design, Communications or a related field.

Skills and Abilities: 

– Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, Desktop Publishing software and other software such as Adobe, Photoshop and Illustrator and Quark Xpress.
– Skill in the use of the equipment, tools and materials utilized in graphic design production.
– Ability to translate ideas into graphic expressions and to create original graphic art design.
– Ability to use multimedia creatively.
– Ability to work within set timelines.
– Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
– Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and members of the public.

Knowledge: 

– Knowledge of web usability and graphic design principles and techniques.
– Knowledge of the tools , equipment and materials used in graphic design production.
– Good understanding of an organization’s structure as it pertains to the website/intranet information architecture

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