Senior Press and PR Executive

Location: Abuja Employment Type: Full time

Responsibilities

Media Relations:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key media outlets, journalists, and influencers to secure positive press coverage.
• Draft and distribute press releases, media advisories, and pitch materials.
• Respond to media inquiries and coordinate media interviews with company spokespeople.

Strategic Planning & Messaging

• Work with senior leadership to develop and execute PR strategies that align with the company’s goals and objectives.
• Establish and maintain a clear and consistent voice for the brand across all communication channels.
• Provide strategic counsel to executives on media interactions and public appearances.

Crisis Management

• Develop and implement crisis communication plans and manage communication during sensitive or critical situations.
• Act as the company’s spokesperson during a crisis, providing clear, timely, and accurate information to the media.

Content Creation & Editing

• Write press releases, articles, speeches, blog posts, op-eds, articles, and other communication materials as needed.
• Oversee the creation of compelling, media-friendly content, ensuring alignment with objectives.

Event Management & Public Speaking

• Plan and coordinate press events, conferences, and other public relations activities.
• Represent the organization at industry events, media interviews, and public speaking engagements.

Monitoring & Reporting

• Track media coverage and report on the effectiveness of PR campaigns and media outreach.
• Analyze trends in media coverage and public opinion to adapt strategies and improve outcomes.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead and mentor junior PR team members, providing guidance and support in their professional development.
• Collaborate with marketing, social media, and other internal teams to ensure cohesive and effective communication strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in public relations, with a focus on media relations and corporate communications.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful PR campaigns and securing positive media coverage.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives.
• Strong media relationships with local, national, and trade press.
• Experience in crisis communication and handling sensitive issues.
• Proficiency in media monitoring tools, PR analytics, and reporting software.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Leadership experience and the ability to mentor and collaborate with teams.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in [industry-specific knowledge, e.g., govt, political parties, tech, healthcare, consumer goods, etc.].
• Understanding of digital PR and social media strategy.
• Multilingual skills are a plus.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their Application to: jobs@choicetalents.com.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.