CORPORATE COMMUNICATION AND PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER

Person Specifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: Journalism, Mass Communication, Public Relations or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  

OR

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the Social Sciences plus a Diploma in any of the following: Journalism, Mass Communication, Public Relations, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  

• Graphic design skills is an added advantage.
  

• Proficiency in computer applications.
  

Competencies and skills

• Communication skills
  

• Interpersonal skills
  

• Report writing skills
  

• Presentation skills
  

• Conflict management
  

The duties and responsibilities will entail:

• Assisting in implementing the IRA communications & Customer relations policies, strategies, procedures and plans.
  

• Assisting in planning and implementation of all of the Authority’s internal and external communications and promotional programmes.
  

• Assisting in identifying events that can enhance IRA’s image or can be used to reach many publics and coordinate IRA’s participation in the same.
  

• Assisting in managing the Authority’s media relations, including organizing press conferences, coordinating media coverage, and responding to media inquiries.
  

• Assisting in monitoring and analyse media coverage and public commentary, including traditional and social media, and provide regular reports and recommendations.
  

• Assisting in managing and updating content on the IRA website and other digital platforms to ensure accuracy, relevance, and timeliness.
  

• Assisting in organizing and managing press conferences, media coverage and respond to incoming media calls.
  

• Providing input for speeches, press releases newsletters, reports, journals, and other corporate communication materials and publications and any other presentations as required.
  

• Gathering information, write articles and edit newsletters, reports, journals and other publicity materials;
  

• Developing and maintain a database for distribution of IRA’s Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials.
  

• Assisting in handling, resolution, and documentation of customer and stakeholder inquiries and complaints.
  

• Undertaking settlement of customer/ stakeholders queries and inquiries.
  

• Assisting in implementing and managing customer relationship management (CRM) systems to enhance service delivery and stakeholder engagement.
  

• Assisting in establishing, developing, and maintaining positive relationships with customers, industry stakeholders, and strategic partners.
  

• Receiving, recording, maintaining and analysing a comprehensive database of all complaints lodged with the Authority.
  

• Monitoring all public comments about the organization including social media.
  

• Undertaking photography and videography at IRA corporate events.
  

• Assisting in protocol management.
  

• Assisting in organizing the Authority’s planned events and functions.
  

• Administering and analysing questionnaires to customers.
  

• Assisting in administering and analysing customer satisfaction surveys and questionnaires and preparing analytical reports to inform management decisions.
  

• Assisting in implementing innovative customer service initiatives to keep abreast with emerging customer needs and expectations.
  

• Supporting implementation of the Authority’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives and preparing reports.
  

• Preparing periodic reports on communications, media coverage, customer relations, and stakeholder engagement.
  

HOW TO APPLY

The interested applicants to submit their applications online by filling the form provided on the IRA website.

All applications must be received by close of business at 5.00 pm on Monday, 16th February, 2026.

COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENT

In accordance with The Employment (Amendment) Act, 2022, the Authority will require candidates it will enter into a written contract of service with to comply with Chapter Six of the Constitution by submitting mandatory compliance and clearance certificates from the relevant entities.

Insurance Regulatory Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, gender equality and persons with disabilities (PWDs) are encouraged to apply. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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