Public Relations Manager at a Leading Information Technology Company - Adexen Recruitment Agency

Adexen Recruitment Agency - Our client, a leading Information Technology Company is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title:  Public Relations Manager

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• The PR Manager will create and maintain a favourable public image for the Group by communicating programs, accomplishments and/or points of view
• Field media questions and pitch stories to the media, prepare media kits and organize press conferences
• In addition to writing press releases, write speeches for the MD, develop advertising and marketing communications material and prepare articles for corporate newsletters
• Responsible for releasing information to counter negative publicity and handle crisis and emergency communications
• Manage the public relations department budget.

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Journalism, English, Communications or Marketing with a PR or Advertising concentration or any other related field
• Possession of NIPR / CIPR / APR certification an added advantage
• 5 - 10 years of experience in a similar senior position
• Must be a confident communicator and presenter
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must possess excellent organizational and planning skills
• Have a full understanding of media needs and media relationships
• Be proactive, reliable, responsible and accurate with an attention to detail
• Tactical understanding of all primary social media platforms
• Ability to work in high-stress environments, often for long hours
• Self motivated with a positive and professional approach to management.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.