Public Relations Manager at Africa Management Solutions Limited (AMSOL)

Job Responsibilities

• Manage and grow the existing client portfolio, consisting of some leading and demanding corporate organizations in the country
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the agency, including mentoring, giving guidance, motivating and managing a team of client service executives, business development personnel, administration, as well as creative/design teams.
• Identify existing business opportunities both from within the existing clients as well as scouting for new clients
• Manage and maintain satisfactory relations with senior managers from the existing and prospective client portfolios
• This position calls for an all-rounded candidate, and shall be sorely responsible for all the operations of the agency

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years working experience in PR, corporate communications and Events management. Experience in an advertising agency at a senior level would be a definite advantage
• A degree in Public Relations or Communication or Journalism.
• A relevant Masters degree will be an added advantage
• Member of Public Relations Society of Kenya (attach certificate)
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Excellent people skills
• Excellent organization skills with attention to detail
• Proven track record of national and regional media relations; ability to build relationships in new sectors and verticals
• Experience in creating and managing key marketing initiatives
• Experience in building relationships with stakeholders at senior level
• Demonstrated confidence with agency and client teams
• Aptitude to work independently, manage and motivate teams
• Ability to identifying business opportunities in order to grow profitability of the agency.