Manager Public Relations

Job Description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the above post which has arisen within the Zimbabwe Gender Commission. Reports to: Chief Executive Officer.

To provide Public Relations Services to the Commission and reports to Chief Executive Officer.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in the formulation and implementation of the PR policy, strategy and programmes as well as procedures.
• Manage the development of public information materials, graphic design and production, and audio-visual production in a variety of media.
• Manage development and maintenance of website and content.
• Manage social media platforms and relationships. 5. Coordinate the implementation of the organisation's corporate image enhancement programmes.
• Coordinate the design of promotional materials for the organisation.
• Coordinate and organise publicity outreach programmes.
• Prepare for news and press coverage.
• Supervise the maintenance and updating of the Zimbabwe Gender Commission website.
• Supervise preparation of and edit publications.
• Prepare responses to requests for information by stakeholders.
• Participate in the establishment and maintenance of relationships with stakeholders.
• Coordinate advertising and Public Relations activities of the Commission.
• Participate in the production of organizational jingles and publicity themes, and documentaries.
• Supervise the preparation and organization of conferences as well as participation in exhibitions. 
• Liaise with media organizations and advertising agencies.
• Conduct Media Monitoring and coordinates responses to media enquiries.
• Supervise staff and coordinate performance appraisal in the department.
• Prepare departmental estimates of expenditure.

Qualifications and Experience

• 5'0' Levels including English Language.
• Degree in Public Relations, Mass Communication, or Media Studies or equivalent.
• A Masters degree or a higher qualification is an added advantage.
• 5 years relevant experience as a communications manager or public relations officer or an equivalent post.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Ability and tenacity to work with Government and other stakeholders.
• Must be a person of high integrity, professionalism, assertiveness and innovation.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft packages.
• A clean class four (4) driver's licence.

Other

How to Apply

Applications should submit an application letter accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae and certified accademic and professional certificatesApplications should clearly indicate the post being applied for and should be sent to: