The Public Relations Officer will be the spokesperson for the client responsible for planning and directing the creation of material and content that will maintain a favorable public image for the client

Responsibilities
• Lead the “Spokesperson Initiative” by building spokesperson capacity among the clients’ stakeholders in consultation with the President and Chief Executive Officer.
• To publicize the clients and its Project activities.
• Plan, implement and manage public relations programs.
• Plan and budget for public relations events, programs and initiatives.
• Conduct market research and analysis to evaluate trends, brand awareness and competition ventures.
• Communicating the clients programs, initiatives accomplishments and/or points of view of the Organization.
• Help in designing and reviewing a variety of promotional and marketing materials for the Society.
• Design, review and manage the online content in media communications and media kits.
• Monitor corporate image frequently and ensure it is in compliance with company brand.
• Develop and implement the public relation policies and procedures.
• Measure and provide reports on each public relations campaign.
• Build long-term relationships with all relevant stakeholders, such as local government, media people and relevant stakeholders.
• Produce content for various speeches, events and hearings.
• Develop and implement crisis communications advice and media strategy, as needed and
• Compile weekly, monthly and quarterly reports.
• Carry out any other lawful duties as may be assigned by the Deputy Chief Executive Officer.

Person Specification
Education, Training, Skills & Experience Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Journalism, English, Communications or Marketing with a Public Relations or Advertising concentration.
• At least four years’ experience, of which 2 must be in marketing, communication, and digital fields.
• Having knowledge of the law will be an added advantage.

Key Competencies:
• A confident communicator and presenter
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Have a full understanding of media needs and media relationships
• Be proactive, reliable, responsible and accurate with an attention to detail
• The ability to keep information confidential
• Tactical understanding of all primary social media platforms
• Ability to work in high-stress environments, often for long hours
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude
• Self-motivated with a positive and professional approach to management