Senior Communication Officer

The Senior Communications Officer will work within the communications unit, coordinating marketing campaigns, media relations and implementing strategies for BMA  and its projects, events and initiatives.

Attend client meetings as required

Develop communications plans including strategy, goals, and tactics

Develop communication strategy, seeking high-level placements in print, broadcast and online media

Oversee all public relations activities for assigned clients

Leverage existing relationships and cultivate new contacts 

Create content for BMA, press kits, articles and publications and keynote presentations on occassions.

Maintain a keen understanding of the trends make appropriate recommendations regarding communication strategy surrounding them

Marketing Project Management

Liaising with colleagues and key spokespeople

Liaising with and answering enquiries from media, individuals and other organisations.

Collating and analysing media coverage

Organising events including press conferences or/and activations around BMA's calendar of events

Assist in maintaining and updating information on the organisation's website, social media platforms

Qualifications

Degree in Marketing, Communications or a related discipline

A minimum of 3 years of experience in public relations or marketing is required

Exceptional oral, written, editing and presentation-based communications skills

Solid experience with social media including, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, etc.

Event planning and execution experience

Also required:

writing skills

Creative

communication skills

organizational skills

High energy

Efficient

Can work and deliver within deadlines

Good problem solving skills

Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, Dropbox & Google Drive

Be able to work flexible hours