Media Relation officer

About Afghanistan Independent Land Authority

Job Summary

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.

Duties & Responsibilities

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

Job Requirements

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

Submission Guideline

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:

Functional Area

Media

Countries

Submission Email

careers@arazi.gov.af

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