The incumbent is responsible for planning and ensuring the smooth running of events, developing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating communication strategies in order to support the PR and communication objectives of the institution.

• Event management (responsible for planning and ensuring the smooth running of events).
• Protocols (Robing, VIP, crowd control etc).
• Assist with the training of ushers.
• Produce content for media and other client-facing communications.
• Prepare and issue photograph releases.
• Prepare and issue media advisories.
• Coordinate press conferences.
• Produce newsletters.
• Field queries from the media.
• Liaise with media partners in supporting all events
• Arrange interviews and public speaking events
• Develop and maintain internal and/or external crisis communications plans
• Create accurate, effective, and concise written and verbal communications
• ANY OTHER ASSIGNED DUTIES and responsibilities as required.

• Excellent copywriting, presentation and communication skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to draft content for corporate communications, creative copy, marketing briefs, publicity material and collateral copy etc.
• Thorough knowledge of marketing and communication principles, brand, product and service management
• Proven ability to use public relations and communications tactics to influence public perceptions
• Experience in media monitoring and campaign development
• Proven ability to conduct thorough independent research
• Demonstrated ability to administer all phases of the event development and implementation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Business, PR, or equivalent
• A minimum of four (4) years of related/successful experience in a PR, or communication position.
• Proven work experience in public relations, communications and event management.