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Vacancy

Vacancy: Public Relations Manager

Blantyre City Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the position of Public Relations Manager as follows;

POST

Public Relations Manager (Three Year Fixed Term contract)

GRADE

M4/F

SALARY

In line with Terms and Conditions of Service for Blantyre City Council

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:  

Bachelors’ Degree in Journalism or Mass Communication Plus two years’ proven relevant working experience.  Those with a Diploma in Journalism or Mass Communication should have four years relevant working experience

DUTIES

Reporting to the Director of Administrative Services, the      Public Relations Manager performs the following duties:-

 

  • Acts as a mouth piece for the Council on all issues.
  • Facilitates production of the Council’s brochures and magazine to promote awareness on the Council’s services and activities
  • Organises and coordinates press briefings on behalf of the Council
  • Develops annual public relations plans and related budget for the council
  • Identifies and analyzes internal information on Activities and projects being undertaken by the council and make meaningful presentations to the residents
  • Compiles monthly reports for the section
  • Submits proposals on how the Council’s image could be improved.
  • Advises the Council on matters relating to public relations.
  • Coordinates Council functions
  • Any other duties as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer from time to time.

 

THE PERSON

  • A self-starter with proven working experience in public relations required
  • Proven track record in designing and executing successful public relations campaigns at both a local and national level
  • Strong relationships with both local and national business and industry media outlets
  • Experience in acting as a company spokesperson; comfortable and skilled in both broadcast and print media interviews
  • Exceptional writing and editing skills
  • Solid experience with social media including blogs, Facebook, Twitter, etc.
  • Event planning experience

Applications with copies of certificates and a detailed Curriculum Vitae should be sent to

The Acting Chief Executive Officer

            Blantyre City Council

Private Bag 67

Blantyre

Applications to reach him not later than Friday, 9th December, 2022

Vacancy: Building Supervisor

Blantyre City Council invites applications for the position of Building Supervisor tenable in the Directorate of Engineering Services at its Engineers Yard at Ginnery Corner

POST                     :         Building Supervisor

GRADE                 :                  S4

SALARY                :         In line with Terms and Conditions of Blantyre City Council

QUALIFICATIONS :

Diploma in Civil Engineering with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience. Those with a National Construction Industry Council (NCIC) Level 2 Certificate should have a minimum of five (5) years’ experience. Serving officers should have a minimum of five (5) years’ experience plus a NCSC Level 2 Certificate. Applicants should not be more than 45 years of age.

DUTIES                 :

(i) Preparing annual estimates of the section.

(ii) Preparing monthly reports

(iii) Preparing weekly programs for maintenance of Council’s

structures.

(iv) Supervising the construction of new Council’s buildings.

(v)  Planning and supervising repairs and maintenance works.

(vi) Advising the Director on material requirements for public functions.

(vii) Supervising the erection and dismantling of temporary structures

for public functions.

(viii) Assessing quality of houses under lease agreement before and after

occupation.

(ix) Supervise a team of artisans in the section

(x) Any other jobs as may be assigned from time to time

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

–        A self- starter with excellent leadership skills

–        Results oriented with the ability to meet strict deadlines

–        Ability to interpret and Understand Construction drawings

Applications with detailed CVs plus copies of relevant certificates should be addressed to:

The Secretary, Appointment and Disciplinary Committee,

Blantyre City Council, Private Bag 67, Blantyre.

To reach him not later than Monday, 2nd August, 2022.