Communication & Public Relations Manager Job

Communication & Public Relations Manager Job

Vacancy: Communication & Public Relations Manager

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate the annual communications plan
• Lead the generation of online content that engages audience segments and leads to measurable action. Decide who, where, and when to disseminate
• Put communications vehicles in place to create momentum and awareness as well as to test the effectiveness of communications activities
• Manage the development, distribution, and maintenance of all print and electronic collateral including, but not limited to, newsletters, brochures, website
• Track and measure the level of engagement within the network over time
• Planning, developing and implementing PR strategies
• Liaising with and answering inquiries from media, individuals and other organizations, often via telephone and email
• Researching, writing and distributing press releases to targeted media Collating and analyzing media coverage
• Writing and editing in-house magazines, case studies, speeches, articles and annual reports
• Preparing and supervising the production of publicity brochures, handouts, direct mail leaflets, promotional videos, photographs, films and multimedia programmes
• Managing the PR aspect of a potential crisis situation.

Desired Competencies

• Highly collaborative style; experience developing and implementing communications strategies
• Excellent writing/editing and verbal communication skills
• A strong track record as an implementer who thrives on managing a variety of key initiatives concurrently
• Relationship builder with the flexibility and finesse to “manage by influence”
• High energy, maturity, and leadership with the ability to serve as a unifying force and to position communications discussions at both the strategic and tactical levels
• Sincere commitment to work collaboratively with all constituent groups, including staff, board members, volunteers, donors, program participants, and other supporters
• Self-starter, able to work independently, and entrepreneurial; enjoys creating and implementing new initiatives

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant experience working in media, public relations or telecoms
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, public relations, or related field preferred.
• Must have a strong editorial eye, be media-savvy, and love to pitch
• Excellent writing skills
• Familiarity with social media and its role in public relations
• An ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy environment
• Familiarity with technology, policy, parenting and education press and reporters a plus!

How to Apply
 

Interested and qualified applicants should send their applications and CV’s to executivesearch@humantalentrecruit.com not later than 30th May 2015.Clearly indicate “COMMUNICATION & PUBLIC RELATIONS MANAGER” on the subject of the application email.