COMPANY OVERVIEW

Tanzania Telecommunications Company Limited is an operator and a leading ICT Player in the telecommunication industry providing both fixed and wireless Voice and Data services to various segments of customers in Tanzania.

The Company invites suitable candidates wishing to be part of TTCL Business Transformation and its vision to be a leading world class communications service provider in Tanzania to apply for the position mentioned herein. Aspiring candidates must be energetic, results oriented and self driven, with requisite professional qualifications and experience.

If you are interested in sharing our vision, the following exciting opportunities exist for the filling:

Position Number: 1200000

Position Title: Public Relations Manager

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Direct Reports: TTCL Headquarter

Location: HQ

No of Positions: One (1) OBJECTIVE

The Incumbent will be responsible for managing a public relations Section along with its staff. Directs publicity programs and campaigns, improves public image of company, and clarifies company's point of view on important issues.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To establish and sustain strong business relations with the Government, Media and the general public aimed at promoting TTCL corporate image.

To develop and implement effective communication strategy, policies and guidelines aimed at portraying positive image of TTCL to the public.

To develop and implement effective internal communication strategy, policies and guidelines aimed at informing employees of key developments and issues happening in the Company.
To Liaise with the Commercial teams on the development and execution of suitable Corporate Social Responsibility programmes to support community development initiatives in line with TTCL's business objectives.
1. Liaises with Information Services department to manage the company's website and use it as a communication tool to disseminate and receive information from employees.

Provide leadership to the section by demonstrating the corporate values, taking accountability for the actions and results of self and others and practice corporate governance in the section.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Existence of effective and strong business relations with Government, mass media and the general public.
- Existence of effective internal and external communication strategy, policies and guidelines.
- Timely reporting of public relations issues to the management for attention and or decisions.
- Performance management and succession plans for employees under the section.
- Management, usage and security of company resources and assets under the section
- Cost reduction and adherence to the budget allocated to the section.

PROFILE/KEY COMPETENCIES:

University Degree in Mass Communication/Public Relations or equivalent qualifications from recognized institutions. Postgraduate qualifications will be an added advantage.
Five (5) years experience in public relations or a similar field preferably in a commercial organization.
Three (3) years experience in managerial Position preferably large organization
Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
High degree of integrity and ethical value.
Good understanding of business issues and their linkage to public
Computer literacy with good knowledge in basic software applications.

REMUNERATION

Competitive and attractive compensation and benefits package including medical and insurance cover will be offered to successful candidates

MODE OF APPLICATION

Application should be submitted on the Application Form accessible in TTCL website www.ttcl.co.tz
- You are requested to follow the instructions provided in the application form. Failure to comply with the instructions may lead to disqualification of application form.
- The job reference number should be clearly indicated in the space provided on the application form
  - If any difficulties when applying contact our system administrator on 022 214 2553, 022 214 2607 during working hours for assistance.
  - Closing date and time: On 6th February, 2015 at 16.30 hrs