PR & Communication Marketing Specialist
Sandton, Gauteng
Posted 24 days ago
- Company:
- Afribiz Invest
- Company Description:
- Afribiz Invest is a pan-African investment company investing in the continent’s strategic sectors, with a focus on infrastructural space. Founded in 2005, the company has a diversified portfolio that creates an optimal balance between investment return and future growth for stakeholders. At Afribiz we treat capital as a scarce resource to be efficiently allocated and we take an active role in the management of our portfolio companies, to ensure growth and preservation of our investments. Our focus is on building businesses for long-term sustainable growth and not a quick exit. “For many are called but few are chosen” (Matthew 22-14) – and we believe that we as Afribiz have been chosen to make an impact on our communities at large, thus we invest our resources and passion in Africa’s future.
- Contract Type:
- Full Time
- Experience Required:
- 2 years
- Education Level:
- Bachelor
- Number of vacancies:
- 1
Job Description
Develop PR campaigns and media relations strategies
Collaborate with internal teams (e.g. marketing) and maintain open communication with senior management
Prepare and distribute press releases
Organize PR events (e.g. open days, press conferences) and serve as the company’s spokesperson
Seek opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships and advertising
Address inquiries from the media and other parties
Track media coverage and follow industry trends
Prepare and submit PR reports
Manage PR issues
REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS
Proven experience as a Public Relations Officer or similar PR role
Experience managing media relations (online, broadcast and print)
Background in researching, writing and editing publications
Proficient in MS Office and social media
Strong communication ability (oral and written)
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to work well under pressure
Creativity and problem-solving aptitude
BSc/BA in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications or a related field
Must have 2-5 year experience
Additional skills which may benefit anyone considering a job as a marketing and PR officer include:
Knowledge of media production and communication
Excellent grasp of the English language
To be thorough and pay attention to detail
Persistence and determination
Ability to work well with others
Ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
Ability to use your initiative
Ability to sell products and services
