Protocol officer will ensure that all procedures are duly followed and all protocols are in order. They should be able to identify the slightest breach in procedures and determine the right way of mitigating problems.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Ensure all Next media activities, functions and events get official clearance a head of time
• Assist the marketing and commercial team in securing key relevant appointments with respectable business leaders and persons

Ensure that Next media brands have brand strength and strong presence and representation at functions and events
• Work with the Head of Protocol to ensure that Next media brands get maximum visibility and foot print in top level government agencies, embassies and other key offices

Aid the executive office from time to time as per the requirements of the CEO
• Be a team player in the marketing department and assist other team members and the head of the department in insuring that the department runs smoothly and effectively

Ensure that the Next media park premises have continuous security coverage due to the constant presence and visitation of VIPs at the premises.
• Invent ways to streamline communication
• Assist In tracking media coverage or public relations metrics e.g. web analytics

Competencies
• Proper communication and etiquette skills
• Paying attention to detail
• Pro-activeness
• Flexibility
• Willing to work long hours at often odd or inconvenient times
• Have impeccable personal appearance and conduct
• Be familiar with the cultures and customs of partners
• Professional work ethics
• Social networking tools-Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn etc.