Communications and Partnership Assistant at Packaging Producer Responsibility Organization

MAIN JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Brand Awareness – support the Communications Lead in managing media relations, creating content and developing marketing initiatives as associated with the use of paper, glass, metal, used beverage cartons, paper and associate corrugates. Critical herein is supporting consistent messaging across all media channels and platforms, media relations and strategic initiatives to position the organization as a thought leader within its sector.
• Communication Plans and Promotional Materials – assist in coordinating and monitoring the organization’s internal and external communications to enhance its public image and stakeholder engagement in close liaison with the Communications Lead. Broaden awareness of the organization’s vision, programs and impact through targeted communication efforts e.g., compelling narratives, content and promotional materials etc. to support organizational goals and initiatives as well as analyse social media and digital communication efforts targeted at optimised strategies for performance across these platforms.
• Research Support – collect, organize and analyse data related to packaging projects as well as prepare reports and summaries to aid decision-making processes with the projects or sector boards.
• Documentation and Reporting – assist in preparing communication materials for stakeholder engagement e.g., reports, presentations and newsletters in collaboration with other team members.
• Governance – maintain integrity and transparency through continuous implementation and enforcement of existing relevant policies and procedures.
• Innovation – keep abreast with latest trends in the industry and leverage on these trends to drive technical support to projects or sector boards

KEY SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• A Diploma in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism or a related field from a recognized university.
• A minimum of one (1) year of proven track record in Projects or Sectors, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism in a comparable member-based organization.
• An understanding of all packaging materials with knowledge in PRO issues, including risk factors, prevention strategies and interventions.