Public Relations Officer at Erisco Foods Limited

Job Code: EFL/PRO/LG

Key Responsibilities

• Planning, developing and implementing PR strategies
• Writing and editing in-house magazines, case studies, speeches, articles and annual reports;
• Preparing and supervising the production of publicity brochures, hand outs, direct mail leaflets, promotional videos, Photographs, films and multimedia programmes;
• Organising events including press conferences, exhibitions, open days and press tours;
• Managing, updating information and engaging with users on social media sites such as Twitter, Facebook and Instagram
• Managing the PR aspect of a potential crisis situation.
• Develop media relations strategy, seeking high-level placements in print, broadcast and on-line media
• Coordinate all public relations activities
• Leverage existing media relationships and cultivate new contacts within business and industry media
• Create content for press releases, by-line articles and keynote presentations
• Evaluate opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships and advertising on an on-going basis.
• Build relationships with thought leaders to grow industry awareness

Personal Attributes:

• Must be flexible, as you may be expected to network and socialise with customers, the media and colleagues to build and maintain relationships

Educational Qualifications & Experience Required

• A degree or an HND in Marketing, Advertising, Communications or a related discipline. A master’s degree is an added advantage
• Proven working experience in public relations required
• Proven track record designing and executing successful public relations campaigns at both a local and national level
• Strong relationships with both local and national business and industry media outlets
• Experience in acting as a company spokesperson; comfortable and skilled in both broadcast and print media
• Exceptional writing and editing skills
• Solid experience with social media including blogs, Facebook, Twitter, etc.
• Event planning experience