Job Description

As a marketing and PR officer you will be responsible for communicating key messages and promoting a positive image of a company. Day-to-day duties may include writing press releases, liaising with local and national press and coordinating messaging going out on website, social media and in print.

Duties and Responsibilities

Planning and carrying out PR campaigns and strategies
Monitoring the public and media's opinion of your client or employer
Writing and editing press releases, leaflets, brochures, speeches, newsletters, websites and social media content
Utilising all forms of media, including national, regional and trade press, to build, maintain and manage the portrayal of a business
Representing your company at events
Acting as a spokesperson for the company’s brand
Training employees on how to handle media enquiries and press interviews
Developing good working relationships with the media and liaising with the press on potential news stories
Writing and editing in-house magazines, case studies and annual reports
Managing and updating a client’s social media posts
Devising and coordinating photo opportunities
Managing, arranging and overseeing events
Monitoring publicity and press coverage
Commissioning market research
Coordinating paid and unpaid advertising.

Qualifications and Experience

A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as: Marketing.
Preferred: A Master’s degree (e.g., MBA in Marketing) and professional certifications (e.g., CIM – Chartered Institute of Marketing).
Knowledge of modern marketing techniques.
High-level communication and networking skills.
Understanding of commercial trends and marketing strategies.
Good project management skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to work well under pressure.

How to Apply

Experienced and qualified candidates to send CV's on email [email protected]. Only shortlisted candidates are to be contacted. All CV's and supporting documents to be in pdf format and on one document.