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Public Affairs and Media Relations Specialist

Company Name Not Available

Full Time Expired
Location
Harare
Application Deadline
Jul 24, 2025

Job Description

PUBLIC AFFAIRS AND MEDIA RELATIONS SPECIALIST
We are seeking a dedicated and detail
• oriented Public Affairs and Media Relations Specialist to join our team. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the successful applicant will, among other Key Responsibilities, be responsible for:

Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities
• Developing and implementing a comprehensive Public Affairs and Media Relations Strategy.
• Continuously building and maintaining a positive brand image.
• Monitoring the corporate image regularly to ensure alignment with the company brand.
• Planning and directing the development of programs that maintain favourable public and shareholder perceptions of the organization’s agenda and accomplishments.
• Coaching senior managers and marketing representatives from Strategic Business Units (SBUs) and the Head Office in effective communication with key stakeholders.
• Creating advertising communication materials.
• Designing and reviewing a variety of promotional materials.
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with all key media stakeholders.
• Responding to media inquiries, pitching stories, preparing media kits, and organizing press conferences.
• Writing press releases and other media communications on behalf of the company.
• Coordinating preparations and launching programs for the company.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements & Experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations, Marketing, International Relations, Journalism or equivalent.
• A professional Requirements in Public Relations or Mass Communication or equivalent is an added advantage
• At least 3 years proven Experience in managing media relations and public relations campaigns
Attributes
• Strong analytical Skills and presence of mind.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Proficient in both verbal and written communication.
• Experience in researching, writing, and editing publications.
• Ability to develop innovative communication strategies and campaigns.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities
• Developing and implementing a comprehensive Public Affairs and Media Relations Strategy.
• Continuously building and maintaining a positive brand image.
• Monitoring the corporate image regularly to ensure alignment with the company brand.
• Planning and directing the development of programs that maintain favourable public and shareholder perceptions of the organization’s agenda and accomplishments.
• Coaching senior managers and marketing representatives from Strategic Business Units (SBUs) and the Head Office in effective communication with key stakeholders.
• Creating advertising communication materials.
• Designing and reviewing a variety of promotional materials.
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with all key media stakeholders.
• Responding to media inquiries, pitching stories, preparing media kits, and organizing press conferences.
• Writing press releases and other media communications on behalf of the company.
• Coordinating preparations and launching programs for the company.

How To Apply

Applicants should submit their Application Letters clearly indicating the position applied for together with detailed Curriculum Vitae and Certified Copies of Certificates by not later than 24 July 2025 to: recruith.hr2025@gmail.com

Quick Info
Category
Other
Posted
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Last Updated
2 days, 17 hours ago
Skills Required
Advertising Analytical Skills Attention to Detail Bachelor's Degree Building Coaching Communication Communications Degree Development Editing Innovation Journalism Management Marketing Media Microsoft Office Organizational Skills Pitching Planning Problem Solving Professionalism Public Relations Report Writing Strategic Planning Subject Matter Expertise Writing Written Communication