Job Purpose
The Public Relations and Promotions Officer will manage relations with external stakeholders, Business communities, all spheres of government, as well as the media. Assistant the PR Manager to shape and protect the Company’s corporate image in ways that promote business, values and mission. Help the PR Manager in maintaining media relations and collaborate with marketing teams in promotional activities.

Summary of Key Responsibilities;

Work with the PR Manager to provide strategic counsel to the Agency by providing political and policy intelligence and analysis of relevant emerging policy and political developments, together with clear recommendations to senior colleagues.
Develop and implement an approved media strategy for the company
Manage Media & Stakeholder Relations, Investor Relations, Corporate Branding and Reputation Management.
Assistant the Manager to develop and ensuring the effective implementation of strategies for areas of responsibility
Identify key strategic, social, political and societal issues that might affect the organization/Agency.
Manage negative publicity
Work with the PR Manager to conduct ongoing environmental scanning to affect corporate positioning and implement strategies.
Support the HR team in running change management campaigns through well-crated messages
Conduct quarterly performance reviews of subordinates and attend to areas of non-performance
Identify training and development opportunities for subordinates
Participate in the recruitment of PR & Communication junior staff and Management Trainees
Any other duties as assigned by the PR Manager
Required Competencies and Skills

Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational skills including the ability to produce high-quality work to tight deadlines in a pressurized environment
Ability to devise the strategy for, define deliverables and implement high-quality government relations programmes
Ability to work with staff at all levels within different Government Officials (Ministers and Permanent Secretaries)
Primary Areas of Accountability:
Qualifications and Experience

Degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or Marketing
Must have at least a minimum of 3-5 years experience in Public Relations / Marketing/Promotions/Affairs/Communications
Quasi-Government working experience in the same capacity will be a plus
Excellent Knowledge of Public and Media Administration, Communication and Media Buying.
Must be a member of ZAPRA
THIS IS A RELIEF POSITION FOR A PERIOD OF 6 MONTHS ONLY