Public Relations & Communications Officer

The University seeks to engage the Public Relations & Communications Officer in the Department of Information, Marketing and Public Relations

• Five (5) Ordinary Level passes including English Language
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations/Communications/Journalism/Media
• A postgraduate Degree in Public Relations/Communications/Journalism/Media will be an advantage
• 2 years’ experience in Public Relations/communications; higher education/public sector exposure preferred

As a Public Relations & Communications Officer, you will be
• Enhance and protect GSU’s reputation through clear, consistent, and timely communication across media, digital, and stakeholder channels
• Plan and deliver the annual communications calendar aligned to GSU priorities
• Manage media relations: press releases, interviews, coverage tracking
• Coordinate multimedia content for social media and website
• Support internal communications to staff and students (notices, newsletters, events)
• Coordinate protocol and publicity for key University events
• Monitor and respond to issues and support crisis communication when needed
• Maintain brand standards and templates across faculties and units
• Track basic KPIs and produce short monthly/quarterly reports
• Strong writing, editing, and stakeholder engagement
• Social media management and basic analytics; CMS/SEO familiarity
• Organized, deadline-focused, discreet, and calm under pressure

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