Public Relations Officer

We are looking for a Public Relations (PR) Officer to organize and oversee PR activities and ensure effective communication with stakeholders, media and the public.

As a PR Officer, you should be an organized and cool-tempered professional who is able to handle a crisis. We expect you to have a creative mind and excellent communication skills. If you are also confident in your public speaking and project management abilities, we’d like to meet you.

Your goal will be to cultivate a positive company image.

Responsibilities

-Develop PR campaigns and media relations strategies
-Collaborate with internal teams (e.g. marketing) and maintain open communication with senior management
-Edit and update promotional material and publications (brochures, videos, social media posts etc.)
-Prepare and distribute press releases
-Organize PR events (e.g. open days, press conferences) and serve as the company’s spokesperson
-Seek opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships and advertising
-Building positive relationships with stakeholders, media and the public
-Address inquiries from the media and other parties
-Track media coverage and follow industry trends
-Planning publicity strategies and campaigns.
-Writing and producing presentations, articles, press releases and social media posts.
-Designing or project managing the production of visual communications and digital content.
-Dealing with enquiries from the public, the press and related organizations.
-Speaking publicly at interviews, press conferences and presentations.
-Providing clients/colleagues with information about new promotional opportunities and current PR campaigns’ progress.
-Analyzing media coverage.
-Commissioning or undertaking relevant market research and data analysis.
-Coordinating and analyzing the success of online advertising.
-Keeping records of progress, budgets and timescales, and keeping clients/colleagues up to date with these.

Requirements and Skills

-Well versed in using Cision Tools
-Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing.
-Excellent interpersonal skills.
-Presentation skills.
-The ability to prioritize and plan effectively.
-Digital media skills, such as graphic design, video editing, and blog administration.
-Social media management experience.
-Proven experience as a Public Relations Officer or similar PR role
-Experience managing media relations (online, broadcast and print)
-Background in researching, writing, and editing publications
-Proficient in MS Office and social media
-Familiarity with project management software and video/photo editing is a plus
-Excellent organizational skills
-Ability to work well under pressure
-Creativity and problem-solving aptitude

To all interested, kindly email your CV and cover letter at ----------