PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER (GRADE C5) – 4 MONTHS CONTRACT – Minerals Marketing Corporation of Zimbabwe (Mmcz) 379 views

Key Responsibilities

• Maximising editorial coverage through special stories, feature pieces and profile stories for the Corporation’s services and events.
• Maintaining communications with media outlets to promote the Corporation’s mission, activities and accomplishments.
• Drafting responses to enquiries from the public, the press, and related organisations.
• Organising press trips, accompany journalists on event activations to ensure coverage is maximised.
• Utilising all forms of media, to build, maintain and manage the portrayal of the Corporation.
• Drafting and designing in-house magazine, newsletters, press releases, leaflets, brochures, speeches, websites and social media content.
• Coordinating all advertisements.
• Identifying, interpreting and capturing key online and offline conversations about the Corporation.
• Supporting corporate social responsibility (CSR) events where the brand is involved.
• Organising promotional events such as press conferences, open days, exhibitions, tours and visits.
• Any other duties assigned by the superior.

Requirements

• Degree in Public Relations/Communications/ Journalism/ Marketing or any other relevant degree.
• MBA or any other relevant Masters’ degree is an added advantage.
• 3 years relevant experience in a similar position with verifiable experience in media and crisis management.
• Professional qualification from bodies such as MAZ and IPRCZ is an added advantage.
• Knowledge in design packages such as InDesign, CorelDraw and Photoshop is a must.
• Clean class 4 Drivers’ Licence.
• Have a good command of English.
• Have stellar writing and editorial skills.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Have initiative and creativity.
• Have the ability to prioritise and plan effectively.

How to Apply

Job Code: Grade C5