Communications & Public Relations Manager Job in Kenya 2015

Communications & Public Relations Manager Job in Kenya 2015

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 enquiries from media, individuals and other organisations, often via telephone and email

Researching, writing and distributing press releases to targeted media

Collating and analysing 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!

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.

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