Communications and Public Relations Manager at University of Kigali | Kigali: Deadline :21-06-2023

A fully accredited/chartered University by The Government of Rwanda

Website:  www.uok.ac.rw / Email:  universityofkigali@uok.ac.rw

P.O BOX 2611, Kigali-Rwanda

Tel: + 250 788303386/+250789009221/ +250788303385 

JOB ADVERT

Communications and Public Relations Manager

University of Kigali wishes to recruit a Communications and Public Relations Manager who will be responsible for creating and promoting the corporate identity and mission of the University to customers, the public, and employees in order to build and maintain a positive public image for university.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Effectively handle all communication matters in the University of Kigali
2. Create informative and interesting press releases, press kits, newsletters, and related marketing materials.
3. Develop and implement effective communication strategies that build customer loyalty programs, brand awareness, and customer satisfaction.
4. Prepare detailed media activity reports.
5. Plan and manage the design, content, and production of all marketing materials.
6. Work with different marketing departments to generate new ideas and strategies.
7. Supervise projects to guarantee all content is publication-ready.
8. Create communication and marketing strategies for new products, launches, events, and promotions.
9. Lead the communication and public relations staff.
10. Respond to communication-related issues in a timely manner.
11. Organize PR events such as open days, press conferences and serve as the company’s spokesperson
12. Seek opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships and advertising.
13. Address inquiries from the media and other parties.

Candidate needed:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations or relevant field with five years’ experience in a similar role or Master’s degree with 3 years’ experience.
• Proven experience creating targeted content.
• Strong knowledge of communication practices and techniques.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to multitask and work well under pressure.
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.
• Ready to work outside normal working hours from time to time.
  
  
  

Required information:

1. A cover letter summarizing relevant experience in the position;
2. A comprehensive CV;
3. Certified copies of Academic Certificates;
4. Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;

All applications should be addressed to the Vice Chancellor and submitted to recruitment@uok.ac.rw no later than 21^st June, 2023. Hard copies will not be considered.

No application will be considered after the closing date.

Only qualified candidates will be contacted

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