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Manager, Partnerships and Communications
National Lottery Board (NLB)
Nairobi·Masters·Closed
At a glance
Manager-level communications role at NLB covering brand management, media relations, digital strategy, and responsible gaming campaigns. Requires a Masters plus Bachelor's degree in communications or related fields, 12 years experience with 3 at manager level, and a mandatory 4-week leadership course. A good fit for communications professionals with a background in regulated or public-interest industries.
SectorMarketing/Comms
GradeNLB 3
ReferenceNLB/LOCD/MP&CLOC/3
Deadline2026-06-08
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About
The National Lottery Board (NLB) is a State Corporation under the National Lottery Act, 2023. The Manager, Partnerships and Communications directs brand management, strategic partnerships, public and media communications, and responsible gaming campaigns.
Key Responsibilities
•Designing and executing corporate communication strategies that enhance public trust, transparency and responsible gaming awareness
•Managing crisis communication protocols including risk mitigation and public interest protection
•Establishing media relations and digital communication platforms including broadcast partnerships and social media governance
•Developing a stakeholder perception index and feedback intelligence system
•Coordinating public education and responsible gaming campaigns focusing on addiction prevention, youth protection, integrity and ethical gameplay
•Managing National Lottery Brand architecture and intellectual property rights
•Overseeing formulation and design of NLB's media engagement strategies and digital/social media strategy
•Overseeing NLB's digital presence including website and social media platforms
•Ensuring consistent NLB branding and messaging across all communication materials and digital platforms
•Overseeing production and dissemination of information to targeted publics through appropriate channels
Requirements
✓Cumulative period of twelve (12) years' relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have been at the level of Assistant Manager, Manager, Partnerships and Communications or in a comparable position
✓Bachelor's degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Political Science, International Relations or its equivalent from a recognised and accredited institution
✓Master's degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Political Science, International Relations or its equivalent from a recognised and accredited institution
✓Membership to a relevant professional body and in good standing where applicable
✓Certificate in leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized Institution
✓Proficiency in computer applications
✓Demonstrated a high Degree of professional competence, managerial and administrative capability as reflected in work performance and results
CHAPTER SIX
This role requires Chapter Six compliance — proof is only needed once you're offered the job, not at application time.
How to Apply
Submit application documents (detailed CV, copies of academic and professional certificates, National ID, and other relevant testimonials) in a sealed envelope clearly marked 'APPLICATION FOR [POSITION NAME, REFERENCE NO & JOB GRADE]' to: The Chairperson, National Lottery Board, 25th Floor Old Mutual Towers, Hospital Road, Upper Hill, P.O. Box 30933 – 00100, NAIROBI. Applications must be received on or before 8 June 2026, 5pm East African Time.