Media & Government Communication Department

The university’s official front and a communication bridge with government and society

The Media & Government Communication Department serves as the official front of the University of Kirkuk and the primary gateway for communication, interaction, and coordination between the university and government institutions, the broader community, and the academic community in particular—through an integrated media system that reflects the university’s identity and mission.

The department’s name was changed from Media & Public Relations Department to Media & Government Communication Department based on Ministerial Order No. 11/4/H/554 dated 06/04/2023 and University Order No. 7/6/5197 dated 02/05/2023, in line with the Ministry of Higher Education’s direction to activate the government communication system.

The department established the University of Kirkuk Radio via Facebook to broadcast university activities throughout the week (one hour daily), with a dedicated team to answer student inquiries on academic matters and host department heads to clarify administrative aspects for undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Visit University of Kirkuk Radio Department Social Media Platforms

Divisions and Units

Government Communication Division

Media Division

University Radio & Social Media Unit

Vision, Key Objectives, and Responsibilities

1 Official Front & Media Policy Planning

The department serves as the official front of the University of Kirkuk and is responsible for planning the university’s media policy in coordination with administrative and academic leadership, ensuring that the media message aligns with the university’s vision and academic and societal goals.

2 Documenting Activities & Producing Media Content

Documenting all university activities and events—conferences, seminars, cultural seasons, study circles, and delegations’ visits—and preparing detailed reports supported by photos and videos, then sending them to relevant entities within the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, as well as publishing them on newspapers, websites, and social media platforms.

3 Managing Government Communication & Ministry Coordination

Sending visual reports and media materials prepared by the coordination/media activity division to the Ministry via central mail and email, updating the department page on the university website, and following up official correspondence from state institutions—responding in coordination with the university’s departments.

4 University Protocol & Ceremonies

Maintaining university protocol in receiving guests and honoring them, forming ceremonial committees for major occasions, welcoming and accompanying official delegations, and organizing campus tours—reflecting a dignified image of the University of Kirkuk.

5 Countering Rumors & Monitoring Public Opinion

Monitoring complaints and comments received via official university websites and social media pages, preparing appropriate responses, and countering rumors that may harm the university’s role in society, refuting them through available media channels in coordination with leadership.

6 Monitoring Visual Identity Across Campus

Following up with colleges to renew the Iraqi flag and college signboards, coordinating with Kirkuk Traffic Directorate to install multilingual road signs guiding toward the University of Kirkuk—enhancing the university’s visual identity and improving traffic flow toward campus.

7 Training & Capacity Building for Media Staff

Training and qualifying heads of media divisions in colleges, conducting training courses for editors and photographers, activating the role of college media/government communication divisions and supervising their work, and supporting them with expertise and ideas to deliver their responsibilities effectively.

8 Collaboration with Various Media Outlets

Strengthening communication and cooperation channels with print, audio, and visual media outlets, facilitating their work on campus through active public relations networks, and publishing news and events on newspapers, websites, and official social media platforms for the university and the department.

9 Publications, Press Releases & Printed Materials

Preparing, writing, and designing news, reports, and investigations for newspapers, bulletins, and periodicals issued by the department, as well as content for the University Guide and Graduation Guide, brochures, invitation cards, and greeting cards for university events throughout the year.