Principal Communications Officer

ZAMBIA STATISTICS AGENCY (ZAMSTATS) The Zambia Statistics Agency (ZamStats) was established under the Statistics Act, Chapter 127 of the Laws of Zambia, for the coordination of an integrated National Statistical System (NSS) to build a sustainable capacity for the production and use of statistical data and information for planning purposes at all levels of governance. ZamStats has embarked on a transformative agenda which responds to the current trends in the statistical eco-system. In this regard, ZamStats hereby invites applications from suitably qualified Zambian nationals who are self-driven and dynamic with an impeccable track record to fill the following vacant positions: Job Title: Principal Communications Officer (Salary Grade ZSA04/K) (1Position) A Job Purpose To promote a positive image of the Agency, to lead the development, implementation, and coordination of an organization’s communication and public relations strategies to enhance its image, promote stakeholder engagement, and ensure effective dissemination of information to the public, media, government, development partners, and other key stakeholders. The officer will provide strategic guidance on corporate communications, branding, media relations, and reputation management in support of the institution’s mandate and objectives. The officer will also undertake public relations functions in order to keep the stakeholders, media and the public informed and enhance the image of the Agency. B The job holder will perform the following functions: i. Develop and implement corporate communication and public relations strategies. ii. Develop and implement communication strategies and plans aligned with the organization’s overall goals iii. Manage media relations and coordinate press briefings, interviews, and public statements. iv. Oversee effective dissemination of publications, reports, and statistical information. v. Manage the organization’s brand identity and reputation to strengthen Corporate image vi