GOVERNANCE AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

Corporate Governance & Compliance

• Support the Country MD in maintaining sound corporate governance practices in line with Zoomlion Group policies, Kenyan company law, and applicable regulatory frameworks.

• Maintain and update the company's statutory registers, board resolutions, compliance calendars, and corporate secretarial records.

• Monitor changes in Kenyan legislation and regulation relevant to waste management, environment, and company operations; advise management on compliance implications.

• Coordinate the preparation and submission of statutory returns, regulatory filings, and compliance reports to relevant authorities (CAK, NEMA, County Governments, Business Registration Service, etc.).

• Support the preparation of board and management meeting materials including agendas, board packs, and minutes; ensure resolutions are properly recorded and implemented.

• Liaise with external legal counsel on contract reviews, regulatory matters, and compliance issues.

Government & Regulatory Relations

• Serve as the primary liaison between Zoomlion Kenya and national and county government agencies, regulatory bodies, and public institutions.

• Manage permit, licence, and approval processes including environmental licences, business permits, operational approvals, and contract renewals with county and national authorities.

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with key government counterparts to facilitate smooth regulatory approvals and operational continuity.

• Coordinate government engagement activities including site visits, meetings, and official inspections; prepare briefing materials and presentations for government engagements.

• Monitor and report on policy and regulatory developments relevant to the waste management sector in Kenya.

Stakeholder & Community Engagement

• Develop and implement a stakeholder engagement plan for Zoomlion Kenya's operations, covering government, community, civil society, and private sector stakeholders.

• Manage community liaison activities at or near operational sites; address community concerns and complaints professionally and promptly.

• Coordinate Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives and community engagement programmes in support of Zoomlion Kenya's social licence to operate.

• Maintain a stakeholder register and track engagement activities and outcomes.

Communications & Public Relations

• Develop and implement Zoomlion Kenya's communications strategy, covering internal communications, media relations, digital and social media, and public affairs.

• Draft and disseminate press releases, media statements, speeches, presentations, and official correspondence on behalf of the Country MD and the organisation.

• Manage relationships with media houses, journalists, and PR contacts; coordinate media engagements, interviews, and press briefings.

• Oversee Zoomlion Kenya's social media presence and digital communications; ensure content is accurate, timely, and consistent with the Zoomlion Group brand.

• Monitor media coverage of Zoomlion Kenya and the waste management sector; prepare media monitoring reports and advise management on reputational matters.

• Coordinate internal communications to keep staff informed of organisational developments, policies, and activities.

Crisis & Reputation Management

• Support the development and maintenance of a crisis communications plan for Zoomlion Kenya.

• Coordinate the organisation's communications response during incidents, service disruptions, or reputational events.

• Advise the Country MD on sensitive communications and stakeholder management matters.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare monthly governance, compliance, and communications reports for the Country MD.

• Maintain comprehensive records of all regulatory submissions, stakeholder engagements, government correspondence, and media interactions.

• Support the preparation of quarterly and annual reports and other corporate publications.

• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Country Managing Director.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Governance, Public Administration, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.

• Postgraduate qualification in Corporate Governance, Communications, Public Policy, or a related discipline is an advantage.

• Professional membership (e.g. ICPSK – Institute of Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya, PRSK – Public Relations Society of Kenya, LSK for legal practitioners) is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 3–6 years of experience in a governance, corporate secretarial, communications, or public affairs role.

• Experience managing regulatory compliance and government relations in Kenya is essential; familiarity with NEMA, county government structures, and business regulatory bodies is strongly preferred.

• Proven track record in corporate communications, media relations, and stakeholder engagement.

• Experience in the waste management, utilities, infrastructure, or public sector is an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Kenyan company law, regulatory frameworks, and environmental legislation relevant to waste management.

• Proficiency in corporate communications tools — MS Office Suite, social media platforms, media monitoring tools.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Kiswahili is a strong advantage.

• Experience with board management and corporate secretarial functions is an advantage.

Core Competencies

• High integrity, discretion, and professionalism in handling sensitive governance and communications matters.

• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills across government, community, and private sector audiences.

• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate complex regulatory and communications challenges into practical solutions.

• Highly organised, proactive, and detail-oriented with strong time management skills.

• Resilient under pressure with the ability to manage competing priorities, including time-sensitive communications and compliance deadlines.

• Collaborative team player who can work effectively across functions and levels of the organisation.