Job Description

Department Of Education

Designation : SENIOR PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER - STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS (Code- EDU25-01678)

Job Description / Responsibilities:

1. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

1.1 Develop and execute a marketing/advertising/media strategy for the Department of Education.

1.2 Coordinate marketing/advertising/media programs.

1.3 Manage the work done by an outside marketing agency to ensure maximum output and impact.

1.4 Initiate, develop, coordinate and distribute communication materials, literature, online resource, videos, programs and press releases.

1.5 Create and manage an archive and directory for media resources.

1.6 Prepare Annual Report on activities of the Organization.

1.7 Prepare bi-weekly marketing/media reports to Senior Staff, divisions, partners and stakeholders.

1.8 Develop, plan and participate in marketing and media networking events.

1.9 Develop and promote collaborative relationships with likeminded organizations and co-manage joint projects.

1.10 Create and administer annual budgets.

1.11 Other activities as directed by immediate supervisor.

1.12 Incorporate Gender Equity and Social Inclusion Principles and values of Honesty, Integrity, Accountability, Respect, Wisdom and responsibility in programs, Activities and initiatives to foster positive work ethics.

 

2. QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS AND WORK EXPERIENCE

2.1 Qualification

2.1.1 Relevant University Degree qualification in marketing and/or public relations.

2.2 Knowledge

2.2.1 A good knowledge of the PNG Education system, policies and education reform.

2.2.2 A broad knowledge of the media and marketing industry in PNG.

2.2.3 A broad knowledge of editing and formatting software.

2.3 Skills

2.3.1 Ability to build, motivate and work within a team to accomplish project goals.

2.3.2 Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.

2.3.3 Strong internet/online marketing skills.

2.3.4 Excellent “face-to-face” marketing/selling/media skills.

2.3.5 Strong organizational and analytical skills.

2.3.6 Self-starter who takes the initiative and is able to work independently.

2.3.7 Commitment to goals and values of the organization.

2.3.8 Computer literate with high level computer skills in editing and formatting. 

2.4 Work Experience

2.4.1 Three to five years’ experience in a media communication and or marketing organization as a senior public relations officer in a management position in a large organization.

Job Type:

Full Time

Language Requirements:

English

Salary(per annum):

K46,696 – K57,072

Job Location:

HEAD OFFICE