Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Public Relations Manager will be responsible for the delivery of a first class service to all stakeholders, build and maintain a positive image of the Company and create a strong brand in the energy sector.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop strategies to rebrand and build a positive corporate image countrywide and internationally.
• Plan and produce high quality and cutting edge corporate documents including annual reports, corporate brochures, magazines and feature articles
• Serve as Editor of the Employee Newsletter
• Plan and organize corporate events and fairs nationally and internationally. These may include anniversaries, open days, trade fairs and exhibitions
• Provide protocol services, travel services, photographic, video coverage, documentaries and guided tours for the company
• Provide content for promotional activities and he corporate website, with regular updates
• Advise management and lead in community and general stakeholder relations enhancement programmes.

Required Skills or Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree in English, Humanities, Journalism or Social Sciences and Masters’ Degree or professional qualification in Communications Studies, Public Relations, Journalism or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in professional public relations practice
• Must have practical understanding of relevant regulatory, business, political and cultural environment.
• Ability to identify issues, assess risks and implement relevant controls and mitigation measures.
• Must have superior communication (written and verbal), leadership, organisational, interpersonal, analytical, negotiation and networking skills, with a strong research and media monitoring capabilities.
• Be able to respond or work under pressure to fulfil statutory obligations and deadlines.