Global Public Relations Assistant - (Full Time)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Availability: Immediate
Who We Are: Jovago.com, Africa’s largest Hotel Booking Platform
is part of the Africa Internet Group of companies consisting of Jumia,
Hellofood, Carmudi, Easy Taxi, Kaymu and Lamudi.
Are you ambitious and looking to work in a dynamic start-up environment?
Don’t miss the opportunity to join
one of the largest, fastest-growing and most successful international online
venture builders.
Jovago is looking for a Global Public Relations Assistant to work within our central team in Africa (Kenya, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Senegal…) and Asia (Pakistan, Myanmar and Bangladesh).
The role is to support the PR &
Marketing Department in development and delivery of the digital marketing and
PR strategy.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Support and assist PR activity teams in Africa
and Asia
- Build a strong network of media partners
- Increase Jovago’s brand awareness
- Write relevant articles for the media (3
articles per week minimum, including press release & articles)
- Create infographics and engaging content with
the design team
- Organize PR events and interviews
- Report on PR activities – follow-up our PR
process, tracking and reporting
- Proof-read content
Minimum Educational Requirements: Diploma
or Degree in communications, journalism or any other relevant fields
Required Experience: At least two years previous experience in Public Relations or Journalism
Required Skills & Competencies:
Required Experience: At least two years previous experience in Public Relations or Journalism
Required Skills & Competencies:
- Fluency in English
- A commendable media network
- Independent and resourceful
- Strong drive and leadership qualities
- Impeccable communication skills (spoken and
written)
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Knowledge of Africa and passion for travel,
media and tech industry
- Ability to work independently and within a
team
- Ability to multi-task and meet demanding
targets
- High level of motivation, determination and
commitment.
- Skillful in content creation, as well as
copy-writing and proof-reading
The successful candidate will report
to the Global Head of Public Relations based in Paris.
How to Apply:
Interested and suitably qualified
candidates to submit their application, including a detailed CV, daytime
telephone contact, and two professional referees to:
hr.kenya@africainternetholding.com before Friday 19th February 2016
Give details of your current salary and the expectation in this position on the body of your Application Letter.
hr.kenya@africainternetholding.com before Friday 19th February 2016
Give details of your current salary and the expectation in this position on the body of your Application Letter.
Specify the position you are applying
for as the subject of your application i.e. Application –Global Public
Relations Assistant - Jovago
Jovago is an equal opportunity employer.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Jovago is an equal opportunity employer.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.