Public Relations Officer

SUMMARY:
A corporate firm is looking for a Public Relations Officer that will be responsible for managing the reputation and communication with the public, keeping all aspects of their brand in mind within all its marketing.

POSITION INFO:
A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application
EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Permanent
SECTOR : Marketing/PR
BASIC SALARY : Market Related
START DATE : A.S.A.P / Immediate

REQUIREMENTS:

• 2 years min in a similar role
• Corporate experience preferred
• MS Office
• Social Media Platforms experience
• Grade 12 / Matric

• Media Relations: Build and maintain relationships with media professionals and secure media coverage.

• Prepare responses to media inquiries after discussing with the relevant role players within the company.

• Communication Strategy: Develop and implement communication strategies to promote the organization's mission, vision, and objectives
• Content Creation: Prepare press releases, social media posts, and other communication materials and distribute after being approved.
• Crisis Management: Manage crisis communication, respond to negative media coverage, client complaints and mitigate reputational damage after discussing with the relevant role players within the company.
• Event Management: Organize and manage events, such as corporate functions and staff functions.
• Social Media Management: Manage social media accounts, create content, and engage with followers.
• Monitor and report on actives and comments on social media platforms.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build relationships with stakeholders, including clients and community stakeholders.
• Internal Communication: Communicate with employees and management regarding marketing and events.
• Brand Management: Protect and promote the organization's brand identity.
• Reporting and Analysis: Monitor media coverage, analyze communication effectiveness, and provide reports to management.
• Promotional material and Gifts: Sourcing promotional materials and gifts as and when required.

• Identifying Opportunities: Research and identify tender opportunities that align with the organization's capabilities and interests.
• Reviewing Tender Documents: Carefully review the tender documents, including the request for proposal (RFP), terms and conditions, and evaluation criteria.
• Gathering Information: Collect relevant information and data required for the tender, including company information, technical specifications, and pricing.
• Preparing the Tender Response: Write and compile the tender response, ensuring it meets the requirements and evaluation criteria.
• Ensuring Compliance: Ensure the tender response complies with the tender requirements, including formatting, content, and submission deadlines.
• Coordinating with Stakeholders: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including subject matter experts, to gather information and ensure the tender response is accurate and complete.
• Editing and Proofreading: Review and edit the tender response for grammar, spelling, and formatting errors.
• Obtaining Approvals: Obtain necessary approvals and sign-offs from management or other stakeholders before submitting the tender.
• Submitting the Tender: Submit the tender response before the deadline, ensuring it is in the required format and to the correct recipient.
• Follow-up: Respond to any further questions or requirements from the tendering authority.
• Maintaining Records: Maintain accurate records of tenders submitted and all documents compiled, including the tender response, correspondence, and outcome by saving it in the Tender folder.

• Monday - Friday 08h00 - 17h00