Marketing and Public Relations Manager Vacancy

The Marketing & Public Relations Manager is responsible for the conceptualizing, developing and guiding the organization’s marketing and public relations & public education and information strategies and programmes to meet agreed organizational objectives.

Core Functions:

• Identify, develop, implement and evaluate marketing, public relations and public education and information strategies and programmes of the Bureau
• Plan and oversee the design and production of all corporate marketing, public relations, and public education and information materials
• Arrange for the effective distribution of marketing and public relations materials
• Develop Work Plan and Budget related to Marketing and Public Relations Unit
• Seek sales opportunities through (direct and indirect) marketing and promotion
• Oversee service development and monitor trends that indicate the need for new services
• Act as a main liaison officer with clientele.
• Compile catalogues describing service offerings.
• Analyze business developments and monitor market trends.
• Select products and accessories to be displayed at trade or special production shows
• Establish and maintain current client and potential client relationships and database
• Ensure that the proper procedures for marketing activities are maintained.
• Conduct market surveys and research
• Serve as the BSJ’s Communication Specialist
• Develop and maintain a corporate marketing events calendar
• Develop pricing strategies that balances the Bureau’s objectives with customer satisfaction.
• Liaise with internal departments and units to effectively implement marketing and promotional activities
• Conduct Customer satisfaction survey
• Participates in the maintenance of the Quality Environmental and Management System
• Serve as spokesperson for the BSJ
• Develop and implement public education programmes and marketing campaigns
• Manage the relationship between BSJ and its clients, media houses etc.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required:

• Advanced computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite and Project Management software
• Strong competencies in maintaining corporate image and identity
• Working knowledge of media production, communication and dissemination techniques and methods.
• Well-developed knowledge of customer and market dynamics
• Demonstrated project management skills and expertise
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision making skills
• Excellent interpersonal, human relations and networking skills
• Advanced oral, written and communication skills
• Work independently and manage several projects simultaneously
• Excellent research and analytical skills
• Proven ability to adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands and deal with frequent change
• Excellent planning, budgeting and supervisory skills

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

• BSc. in Marketing/Public Relations or related area or an appropriate mix of qualification & experience in both areas.
• A post graduate degree in marketing would be a distinct advantage.
• Training in Supervisory Management or Human Resource Management would be an asset.

Please note that while we appreciate all applications, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

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