Afghanistan Independent Land Authority, Multi Location
Responsible for overseeing communications to the media, including preparing articles, press kits, press releases, and other content initiatives. Cultivates and manages relationships with media reps.
Prepare articles and press releases for the media.
Ensure the company protects and promotes its image in a proper, coordinated, and consistent manner.
Cultivate and enhance collaborative working relationships within the press and publicity community.
Manage the flow of news about the organization to the media.
Gather and disseminate timely information to press and staff.
Optimize communication system to enhance accuracy of communication.
Create effective communication channels.
Enhance effectiveness of press and publicity function.
Act as a media spokesperson on behalf of the company and address questions and complaints.
Develop relationships with national and regional press contacts to ensure the company reputation is promoted and to deflect criticism.
Plan and oversee press events.
Detect public relations issues as they emerge and address them directly.
Research and write briefing materials.
Assemble press kits.
Compose and edit press releases, company literature, and articles for internal and external use.
Answering enquiries from the press or other media representatives
Writing press releases and news reports about the work of an organisation
Developing media contacts
Monitoring media coverage
Writing letters
Preparing media evaluation reports
Attending press conferences and media interviews
Booking rooms for meetings
Distributing press releases
Attending public committee meetings as a representative of the company or organisation
Informing members of the public (as well as the press) about events and initiatives
Keeping up-to-date with all issues that affect the company or organisation
Accompanying staff on visits (particularly relevant to politicians or other figures in the public eye)
Leading a team to organise media events and promotional activities
Generating ideas to gain more media coverage
A press or media relations officer is a highly demanding job and requires employees to be quick thinking, intelligent and articulate. Most employers require a good first degree and sometimes a post-graduate degree in a relevant subject such as English, journalism, media relations, or business related degree. A qualification in a second language can also be a big advantage, particularly if applying to work for companies with international media relations. Many employers offer on-the-job training in the form of graduate schemes with the opportunity of working towards a professional media or public relations qualification.
Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Mass Communications, Public Relations,Business Administration, or in any other relevant field;
Having working knowledge of communication and knowledge dissemination is required;
At least 3 years of proven communications, planning and implementation experience, including employee communications and event management at governmental agencies and international donor funded projects;
Relevant working experience in WB project(s) is plus;
Demonstrates flexibility and ability to manage complexities
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
An excellent working knowledge of IT and all applications relating to communications
Strong organisational skills
An efficient working manner
The ability to write press releases and news reports
The ability to manage a heavy workload
An excellent knowledge of the national and regional media
The ability to work well under pressure
The ability to work to tight deadlines
The ability to work well as a team
The ability to work using own initiative
Creativity
Close attention to detail
The ability to cope with criticism
A friendly, approachable and confident manner
A flexible and committed approach to the job
Excellent working knowledge of English , both verbal and written; Fluency both written and verbal in Dari and Pashto;
Must have strong experience in computer programs (Word, Excel, Power Point), internet and email skills
Qualified and interested candidates are requested to send their application, including a letter of interest plus CV in a sealed envelope addressing to:
Human resource department, district # 7, opposite to Darul - Aman Palace, Kabul, Afghanistan
or send the applications through the following email address:
Post Date
May 28, 2017
Closing Date
Jun 11, 2017
Reference
004
Number of Vacancies
1
Salary Range
Salary is negotiable
Years of Experience
3 years
Probation Period
3 month
Contract Type
Contractor
Contract Duration
Not Specified
Contract Extensible
false
Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree
Gender
Any
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