Job Purpose
- Directs company internal and external communications.
- Coordinates and media public relations, including presentations and written communications which inform relevant stakeholders, media representatives and the public about the company.
- Responsible for developing and implementing communication policies and programs that support the organization’s overall strategic direction.
- Approves all external public communication documents.
- Responsible for resource allocation, including budget and personnel.
- Works closely with general management level.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Contributes to the formulation of the OPCO strategy and ensures that all Communication policies and programmes support the organization’s overall strategic direction:
- Formulates and implements policies and procedures designed to achieve business objectives
- Directs the development of company positioning messages that will be woven into all Communications/PR materials
- Directs the preparation and maintenance of regular and special reports desired by general management level to assist in the attainment of company objectives
Directs the development and implementation of the company’s external communications programs:
- Develops and executes plans for the design, writing and production of external communications materials, including brochures, memos, newsletters, etc.
- Initiates and monitors communication activities in order to realize the desired uniform and integral positioning of the company
- Works with sales, marketing, and human resource departments to plan and create strategies, tactics, activities, and materials for the purpose of conveying the most positive message to employees, relevant stakeholders, media representatives and the public
- Drives an increases positive coverage with relevant business, industry, channel press and analysts
Ensures that the PR agency and all media houses that do business with the company are managed in a manner that is beneficial and that a cordial relationship is maintained with such entities at all times.
- Continually checks the quality of work done/services rendered by the agencies, provide feedback and manage under performance
Acts as a spokesperson for the company
- Proactively seeks out opportunities for exposure in the press
- Represents/speaks on behalf of the company during company functions and events
Monitors the company’s public image, highlight problems areas and recommend remedial actions as appropriate
Manages the Corporate Communications Function:
- Oversees activities of personnel (i.e., hires, coaches, appraises, rewards, motivates, disciplines, recommends termination as necessary)
- Works through managers in setting standards, priorities, and schedules
Essential Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications
- Thorough understanding of the company’s strategy, markets and services. Solid understanding of broad industry issues and competitive positioning of key players.
- Expert knowledge; exhibits an exceptional degree of ingenuity, creativity and resourcefulness. Leads the development of highly advanced technologies, principles, theories and concepts. Guides and transfers knowledge to s/his team.
- 10+ years with University Degree in business, communications or journalism; out of which at least 7+ years leadership experience
- The ability to build and sustain positive business relationships internally and externally
- Proven ability to analyse complex business issues and identify, design and implement effective practical recommendations
- Able to operate in a performance driven organization
- Culturally aware and adept at working across multiple geographies
- Fluency in English
- Local nationals will be given priority, however my client will consider exceptional expatriate applications
Send your CV to : info@synergygloballtd.com
Deadline: 24th September 2010
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