The main function of the GNBS Communications division is to provide programme support for the technical departments and to educate and sensitise stakeholders and the public on the Bureau’s role and function in relation to standardisation, provide consumer advisories and publicise information regarding GNBS activities and services.
The Communications division is responsible for:
Programme Support (arranging printing, placement of advertisements etc.) Media Relations (i.e. Issuing Press Releases, Notices, Arranging Press Conferences, Media Briefings etc.) The production of audio and visual material for Television, Radio, Newspapers and specialized groups. Coordinates the Bureau’s participation in trade shows and other special events i.e. Competitions, GUYEXPO, World Food Day, Career Fairs, Mashramani and National Quality Week Activities. Publishing of articles, preparing the “Standards News” a quarterly newsletter on highlighting the latest developments and activities of the various programmes of the Bureau. Coordinating the design, printing, publishing and distribution of promotional materials. i.e. File folders, conversion charts, flyers, factsheets, posters etc.
Consumer Education Activities in the form of media programmes, fact sheets, flyers etc.
