JOB AT Zipline International : Rwanda: Public Relations and Events Planning
RWANDADISTRIBUTION CENTER OPERATIONSFULL-TIME
Can you run your own communications machine? Are you excited about coordinating events that involve heads of states and C-level executives? Zipline is recruiting for someone in Rwanda who will be responsible for working with our global communications & PR team to oversee events planning and communications with in-country stakeholders – including government, hospitals, media, local communities, and general public.
Role Overview
Grow and maintain an accurate and positive reputation for Zipline in Rwanda
Cultivate and manage relationships with in-country media contacts, local communities/hospitals, and gov’t communications personnel
Manage the flow of information about Zipline to the public
Oversee all visitor and events planning activities (e.g. press conference, tours, official events)
Primary responsibilities
Develop communication plan in collaboration with the Zipline global PR and communications team for our global and local stakeholders
Manage regular updates and meetings with our stakeholders
Establish effective communication channels (i.e. Radio, TV, news, events)
Design and develop materials (e.g. reports, talking points, briefings, press releases, press kits, posters) for in-country media and communities
Assess effectiveness of communication messages and tools regularly
Develop relationships with government communications personnel and regional and local press contacts to ensure the company reputation is promoted and to deflect criticism.
Gather and disseminate timely information to press and staff.
Act as a media spokesperson on behalf of the company and address questions and complaints.
Plan and oversee events
Ensure communication is consistent and collaborative internally and externally
Preferred Background
Proven working experience in public relations, events management, or other marketing capacities
Track record designing and executing successful public relations campaigns at both a regional and local level
Strong relationships with both national business and industry media outlets
Experience in acting as a company spokesperson; comfortable and skilled in both broadcast and print media interviews
Exceptional writing, editing and design skills
Experience in high calibre government events planning
Experience with social media including blogs, Facebook, Twitter, etc.
Degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications or a related discipline
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