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• The jobholder will formulate and implement
  plans and strategies on Public Relations (PR);
• Disseminate relevant information to the
  Public, colleagues and key stakeholders on behalf of the Institution and
  communicate with within the Institution as required;
• Research, write and distribute press
  releases to targeted media groups as desired;
• Work closely with, and answer enquiries
  from media, individuals and other organizations via telephone, email,
  publications or any other means for purposes of keeping the integrity and
  reputation of the institution;
• Collate and analyze media coverage
  managing and update information with users on social media sites such as
  Twitter and Facebook;
• Write, edit and publish in-house
  magazines, case studies, speeches, articles and annual reports on the
  Institution;
• Prepare and supervise the production of
  publicity brochures, handouts, direct mail leaflets, promotional videos,
  photographs, films and multimedia programs for the Institution;
• Organize events for the Institution
  including press conferences, exhibitions, open days and press tours;
• Post, maintain and update information on
  the organization’s website;
• Build community relations through events
  such as open days and through involvement in community initiatives on
  behalf of the Institution;
• Manage the Public Relations (PR) aspect of
  a potential crisis situation on behalf of the Institution.

• The applicant should preferably hold an
  Honors Degree in Mass Communications, or communication and Media Studies
  or Public Relations from a recognized Training Institution;
• Possession of a post graduate
  qualification in any of the disciplines above from recognized Training
  Institution
• Professional training in English and
  Creative Writing or Marketing is an added advantage;
• A minimum of six years’ experience in the
  field of communications or public relations or marketing; in a Government
  setting or a reputable organization.
• Excellent
  communication skills both orally and in writing
• Excellent
  interpersonal skills
• Good
  IT skills
• Good
  presentation skills
• Self-Initiative
• Ability
  to prioritize and plan effectively
• Awareness
  of different media agendas
• Good creativity and Problem-solving skills
• Good
  knowledge of current affairs
• Business
  awareness and trends
• Highly
  analytical Skills
• Good
  planning, organizing and management skills
• Ability
  to multitask and cope with pressure at work
• Customer
  Care and Public Relations
• Flexibility,
  willingness to learn and listening skills

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