Job Description 

• The Senior Deputy Director, Academic Affairs will be the head of the Training Department.
• This position is responsible for initiating strategies, policies, and Procedures that ensure the delivery of quality training standards and programmes in achievement of the Institute’s  mandate.

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: 

• Initiating and implementing collaborations and linkages with other Institutions and  stakeholders on matters relating to training mandate of the Institute;
• Organizing research conferences;
• Initiating and coordinating academic research and innovation programmes;
• Facilitating online academic programmes;
• Coordinating faculty publications;
• Overseeing the development and revision of academic programmes and curriculum; (vii) Developing and maintaining of academic quality standards and policies;
• Coordinating the allocation of instructional and research funds and other  resources;
• Overseeing risk mitigation plans; and
• Undertaking performance management, review and budgeting.

Person Specifications 

For appointment to the grade, an officer must have: –

• Served for a cumulative period of fifteen (15) years relevant work experience five (5) of  which must have been in a management position;
• Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication,  Communication Studies, Broadcast Production (Film, Television or Radio), Media  Studies, Information Science, Arts or Education (Linguistics, Kiswahili, Literature),  Sociology/Philosophy, Economics or Business Studies, Theatre Arts/Performing Arts,  Music, Electrical/Electronic or Telecommunication Engineering, Computer Science or  equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;

OR

• A Bachelors Degree with a Postgraduate Diploma in Mass Communication, Postgraduate Diploma in Film Studies, Postgraduate Diploma in Broadcast Journalism, Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism, Postgraduate Diploma in Film/Television/Radio  Production or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Masters degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication,  Communication Studies, International Development, Economics, Broadcast Production  (Film, Television or Radio), Media Studies, Information Science, Arts or Education  (Linguistics, Kiswahili, Literature), Sociology/Philosophy, Theatre Arts/Performing Arts,  Music, Electrical/Electronic, Telecommunication Engineering, Computer Science or its  equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Attended Training of Trainers (TOT) course from a recognized Institution;
• Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized Institution;
• Membership to a relevant professional body and in good standing where applicable; (viii) Certificate in computer application skills; and
• Shown merit, integrity and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Terms of Service 

• The successful candidate will be on contract terms of service (5 Years). The Minimum basic salary for this position will range from Kshs. 143, 250 Kshs. 213, 319/- per month exclusive  of allowances.

 REF NO. KIMC/HRMO/2/05/2025 

Job Description 

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Implementing human resource management decisions within existing rules,  regulations and procedures;
• Processing information relating to recruitment, promotion, leave, transfer and exit  documents;
• Updating payroll and complement data;
• Maintaining accurate record of expiry of contracts, probationary periods, acting  appointments and submitting reports for decision making;
• Collating and compiling training applications;
• Collating staff performance appraisals;
• Updating the Human Resource Information System;
• Compiling agenda and minutes for Human Resource Advisory Committee; and
• Drafting routine correspondences.

 Person Specifications 

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: –

• Cumulative service period of three (3) years relevant work experience in the grade of Human Resource Management & Development Officer II, or in a comparable  position;
• Bachelors degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.

OR

• Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: Economics, Sociology,
• Business Administration, Public Administration, Commerce and a Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management/Development or equivalent qualification  from a recognized Institution.
• Certificate in computer application skills; and  Shown merit, integrity and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Terms of Service 

• The successful candidate will be on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service. The  Minimum basic salary for this position will range from Kshs. 49, 329 – Kshs. 68,909/= per  month exclusive of allowances.

REF NO:  KIMC/ACC/3/05/2025 

Job Description 

• This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the  guidance of a senior officer. Duties and responsibilities will entail:
• Collation of financial estimates;
• Verifying returns and vouchers;
• Manage petty cash, cash books, ledgers, imprest warrants;
• General accounting work involving book-keeping and routine accounting entries;
• Control of expenditure and below-the-line accounting;
• Collecting of revenue; and
• Safekeeping of Accountable Documents.

Person Specifications 

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:

• Bachelors degree in any of the following fields: – Commerce (Accounting option), Forensic Accounting, Economics, Business Administration (Accounting option), Business Management (Accounting option), or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution; and
• Certificate in computer application skills

Terms of Service 

• The successful candidate will be on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service. The  Minimum basic salary for this position will range from Kshs. 42,636 Kshs. 58,938/= per  month exclusive of allowances.

REF NO. KIMC/CF/4/05/2025 

Job Description 

• This is the entry grade for the Chef cadre. An Officer at this level will work under a senior  officer.

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Supervising cooks and assist them as needed;
• Delegating tasks to kitchen staff;
• Ensuring that all food is of excellent quality and served in a timely manner;
• Taking charge of food assembling, preparation, production and placement;
• Delivering and using kitchen equipment with due care;
• Inspecting cleanliness of equipment, kitchen appliances and work area in order to meet  the required standards and set regulations; Creating new recipes to keep the menu fresh;
• Receiving feedback and making improvements where necessary;
• Report supply shortages on food and equipment;
• Prepare food according to menus and dietary requirements considering seasonal and  market changes within the limitation of established policies;
• Planning orders of foodstuffs for availability when needed, and maintaining price  fluctuation charts and other appropriate records; and
• Assisting in developing procedures and methods for food production in consultation  with other administrative staff to achieve high quality meals, and cost-effective  performance objectives.

Person Specifications 

For appointment to this grade an officer must have:

• Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: Food Production, Food and Beverage Production, Food and Beverage Service and Sales or its equivalent qualification from a  recognized institution;
• Food Handlers’ Certificate; and
• Certificate in computer application skills

Terms of Service 

• The successful candidate will be on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service. The  Minimum basic salary for this position will range from Kshs. 42,636 Kshs. 58,938/= per  month exclusive of allowances.

 REF NNO: KIMC/AOA/5/05/2025 

Job Description 

• This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under  the guidance of a senior officer.

Duties and responsibilities will entail:

• Taking oral dictation;
• Word and data processing;
• Managing e-office;
• Handling telephone calls and appointments;
• Ensuring security of office records, documents and equipment;
• Maintaining an up to date filing system in the office;
• Operating office equipment;
• Managing office protocol;
• Managing office petty cash; and
• Handling telephone calls and appointments.

Person Specifications 

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Diploma in Secretarial Studies from the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;

OR

• Business Education Single and Group Certificates (BES & GC) Stages I, II and III from the Kenya National Examinations Council in the following subjects:
  • Typewriting III (Minimum 50 w.p.m.)/Computerized Document Processing III;
  • Shorthand II (80 w.p.m);
  • Business English II/ Communications 1;
  • Secretarial Duties II;
  • Commerce II;
  • Office Management III/Office Administration and Management III;
• Certificate in computer application skills

Terms of Service 

• The successful candidate will be on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service.  – Kshs. 48,935/= per Minimum basic salary for this position will range from Kshs. 36,444  month exclusive of allowances.

REF  NO: KIMC/ET/6/05/2025 

Job Description 

• This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the  supervision of a senior officer.

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:-

• Undertaking electrical works;
• Offering technical support for studio-based training;
• Maintain lighting, sound and projectors in theatres and studios;
• Ensuring the observance of electrical precautions to minimize accidents at the workplace;
• Testing the functionality of equipment before commissioning;
• Monitor the Institute’s broadcasting facilities to ensure they are functioning as required; (vii) Determine equipment specifications for television and radio studios, animation and  computer labs to facilitate procurement of appropriate equipment for use;
• Preparing work schedules for installation and maintenance of equipment; and
• Drafting maintenance reports.

Person Specifications 

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Electronics, Telecommunication, Computer  Engineering or equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution; and
• Certificate in computer application skills.

Terms of Service 

• The successful candidate will be on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service. The  Minimum basic salary for this position will range from Kshs. 36,444 Kshs. 48,935/- per  month exclusive of allowances.

REF NO:  KIMC/TI/7/05/2025 

Job Description 

• This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the  supervision of a senior officer.

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Ensuring safety of training equipment and facilities;
• Operating and maintaining training equipment and tools;
• Support lecturers to set up training facilities, to support studio, laboratory or field  learning;
• Facilitating student’s studio-based productions;
• Implementing guidelines for students with special needs;
• Preparing and maintaining studio log sheets; and
• Developing service schedule for equipment.

Person Specifications 

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: –

• Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Television, Radio, Film and Video Production,  Film/Video Sound, Film/Video Camera, Film/Video Editing, Film. Technology, Mass  Communication (Radio and/or Television), Studio Technical Operations/Media  Technology, Technical Education, Photojournalism, Broadcast Journalism, Journalism,  Electrical/Electronic, Telecommunication Engineering, Theatre Arts, Animation, Fine Art,  Design or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Certificate in Training of Trainers (TOT) course or its equivalent lasting not less than six  (6) months from a recognized Institution (holders of Certificate in Education are  exempted; and
• Certificate in computer applications

Terms of Service 

• The The successful candidate will be on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service. Minimum basic salary for this position will range from Kshs. 36,444 Kshs. 48,935/= per  month exclusive of allowances.

REF NO: KIMC/CK/8/05/2025 

Job Description 

• This is the entry grade for the Cook cadre. An Officer at this level will work under a senior  officer.

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Preparing meals and service delivery
• Receiving menu interpretation from the immediate supervisor;
• Setting up work stations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment;
• Checking quality of ingredients;
• Keeping a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen;
• Operating and maintaining kitchen equipment such as boilers, ovens, grills, fryers and  any other kitchen equipment;
• Ensuring portion control during service time to ensure right quantity of food is served; and
• Preparing and producing food.

Person Specifications 

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade of D (Plain) or its equivalent  qualification from a recognized institution;
• Craft Certificate in any of the following disciplines: Food Production, Food and Beverage  Production, Food and Beverage Service and Sales or its equivalent qualification from a  recognized institution;
• Food Handlers’ Certificate; and
• Certificate in computer application skills.

REF NO: KIMC/DR/9/05/2025 

Job Description 

• This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the  supervision of a senior officer.

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:-

• Driving vehicles as authorized;
• Keeping up to date work tickets for vehicles assigned to;
• Cleaning of the assigned motor vehicle;
• Preparing and submitting regular reports on motor vehicle assigned;
• Maintaining a proper mechanical working condition of the vehicle;
• Ensuring security and safety of passengers and vehicle on and off the road;
• Adhering to or observing of traffic laws;
• Reporting any incidents to police and/or the office immediately they occur; and
• Detect common mechanical faults.

Person Specifications 

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:-

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade of D (Plain) or its equivalent  qualification from a recognized institution;
• Valid driving license free from any current endorsements and valid for any of the classes of vehicles which the officer is required to drive;
• First-Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week from St. John  Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any  other recognized institution;
• Certificate in Defensive Driving from Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its  equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Passed the Suitability Test for Drivers Grade III;
• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police;
• Two years driving experience; and
• Proficiency in computer applications

Terms of Service 

• The successful candidate will be on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service. The  Minimum basic salary for this position will range from Kshs. 18,908 – Kshs. 25,899/= per  month exclusive of allowances.

How to Apply for Jobs at Kenya Institute of Mass Communication

Candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to send their applications quoting  the Job Reference Number, accompanied by an Application Letter, Detailed Curriculum Vitae,  Copies of Academic and Professional Certificates, National Identity Card, Transcripts and  Testimonials; Daytime Contacts, Full Names and Contacts of three (3) referees to be addressed  to: