Public Relations Desk Officer

Kissa Communication Ltd is a world class name when it comes to attracting foreign direct investment into African Continent.We pride ourselves in achieving results with our team experts and partners all over the world.We have attracted over 500 economic development projects to African continent worth over 15 billion dollars. We help governments to make policies that is conducive for investments. We have successfully partnered with International Organizations, donor agencies, governments both states and regional governments.

We are looking for a promising Public Relations Officer to support our PR team with various administrative tasks. Your work will be instrumental in the development and execution of PR plans and strategies. Our ideal candidate will be a young and creative female PR or communications graduate, brimming with potential. A fervent interest in the field partnered with good writing, research skills are very important to us. If you’re also well-organized, confident and an excellent communicator, we’d like to meet you. The goal is to facilitate the smooth running of daily operations and success of PR efforts.

Responsibilities

• Develop PR campaigns and media relations strategies
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g. marketing) and maintain open communication with senior management
• Edit and update promotional material and publications (brochures, social media posts etc.)
• Develop and manage social media strategy and keep the website content relevant and up to date
• Organize PR events (e.g. press conferences) and serve as the company’s spokesperson
• Seek opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships and advertising
• Address inquiries from the media and other organisations
• Track media coverage and follow industry trends
• Prepare and submit PR reports
• Manage PR issues

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Public Relations Officer or similar PR role
• Experience managing media relations (online and print)
• Background in researching, writing and editing publications
• Proficient in MS Office and social media
• Familiarity with project management software and video/photo editing is a plus
• Strong communication ability (oral and written)
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Creativity and problem-solving aptitude
• BSc/BA in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications or a related field
• Understanding of French language will be added an advantage