COMMUNICATION AND CORPORATE AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT
Vision:
To promote the City’s image through timely communication with the public, informing them of the achievements, values, and priorities of the city of Kisumu.
Mission:
To provide timely engagements: project a positive image, and position the City of Kisumu as the ideal City in the Region.
About The Department:
To achieve the outlined objectives, The city management must build trust and strong relationships with diverse stakeholders for mutual support. The City occupies a pre-eminent position locally and regionally and it is its desire to enhance its reputation as a world-class city and a centre of urban excellence. The Corporate Affairs department will work with all the Directorates and staff to promote the corporate image of the city.
The long-term goal of enhancing the image is to build a strong corporate identity and reputation that will open more business opportunities and enhance corporate support for the City.
The City of Kisumu is intent on building its reputation as a world-class centre of urban excellence in the face of emerging urban challenges by constantly reviewing its strategic plan and aligning its strategic objectives to the national development agenda and global development needs.
Together we can build an indisputable and reputable brand. The value of the city is in the image.
ROLE OF THE CORPORATE AFFAIRS DIRECTORATE
Provide leadership in strategic communications.
Provide leadership and support to the city’s corporate functions
Promote the image (reputation) of the city
Promote and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with the Government (National and County governments) and corporate Organizations.
Promote change and innovation through timely response to the needs of the city’s community.
Facilitate protocol services at the board and the city manager’s office
Advise on public policy and administrative matters.
