Manager, Communications and External Relations at Africa Management Solutions Limited (AMSOL)

JOB DESCRIPTION 

a) Planning and implementation

• Identify and mitigate communications challenges and risks which could impact on the CAK’s reputation, briefing the DG and management team as appropriate;
• Develop a joined up approach and consistency of communications across CAK, with oversight and professional leadership of all communications activity and improved planning and prioritization of communications and marketing efforts and resources;
• Develop a strong internal communications policy that will support employee communication, in conjunction with HR and other functions;
• Develop and implement  the Authority’  communication  strategies to engage external stakeholders;
• In conjunction with other functions develop a consistent internal and external corporate brand;
• Develop communications  key  messages  and  talking  points  and manage the implementation  across all communications  programs (marketing,  PR,  IR,  internal  etc);
• Assist with  strategic communication requirements for executive team, including presentation development, interview talking points and speech writing. Assist in preparation of pre-production material for development of video documentaries and infomercials;
• Establish corporate and digital media communications strategy; and
• Spearhead  the   publication   of   CAK   newsletters   and   other publication materials.

b) Media Stakeholders

• Responsible for identifying and building relationships with new and existing editors, reporters, producers, bloggers and tech analysts to increase media coverage;
• Drive editorial  story  planning,   writing   and  pitching   to  both domestic  and international  press, including  all necessary  reporter follow-up efforts (fact-finding, quote development/approval, executive   interview   coordination,   etc.)   Uncover   and   exploit exposure opportunities with key media outlets;
• Proactively  seek    and    manage    strategic    executive    visibility opportunities   and   enhance   the   Authority’s   visibility   through thought leadership;
• Works with  Advocacy  team  to identify  key media  opportunities with top tier media, economic and trade publications and analysts; and
• Establish a stakeholder  management  strategy,  taking  account  of political and media agendas.

c) Communication Management

• Build internal capacity for effective communication;
• Conduct daily media monitoring and reporting;
• Develop and manage the Authority’s media library;
• Develop  work   plans   and   budgets   for   the   Communication department for approval;
• Oversee the execution of the approved departmental  work plans and budgets;
• Oversee performance management in the department;
• Prepare and submit all monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the department;
• Identify training needs for the departmental staff;
• Spearhead the recruitment  of staff within the department;
• Participate in the development of the CAK strategic plan;
• Mentor and coach departmental staff; and
• Participate in committees as appropriate.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and knowledge

• Bachelors degree in Public Relations, Communications, Law or any other related field;
• Post graduate diploma in Public Relations, Journalism or Communications;
• Membership to PRSK;
• Proficiency in ICT, and;
• Masters degree in business related fields/Social Sciences will be an added advantage.

Experience

• At least twelve (12) years’ experience in a similar position in a reputable organization, with at least 3 years at a supervisory level;
• Diverse experience in public relations, communication and events planning;
• Knowledge of content development; and
• Experience in preparation and edition of presentations 

Skills and Competences

• Decision making skills;
• Ability to interpret long term plans, programs and budgets developed senior management level;
• Interpersonal and leadership skills;
• Project management skills;
• Ability to develop plans, programs, SOPS, and coordination of workflows
• Creativity; and
• Strategic management Skills.