MAX is on a mission to fix Africa’s notorious last-mile delivery and online-retail problems by using mobile and web platforms to connect consumers, retail businesses and independent drivers in real-time. We are eliminating all logistics and technology barriers that have historically prevented retail businesses in Africa from realizing their full potential.
Job Description
- Supporting the Senior PR manager in implementing the company’s PR strategy.
- Creating engaging content for newsletters.
- Providing assistance to the PR manager with the scheduling and organizing of events.
- Giving input on marketing initiatives and suggesting creative ways to improve the company’s public image.
- Monitoring of media coverage on events and media releases that were issued and creating press clippings.
- Performing administrative duties.
Specifics:
Writing and Editing:
- Corporate bios, Photo captions, Blogs, Project descriptions, Interviewing, Copyediting and Press releases and media advisories
Photo, Video and Graphics:
- Photo, video and audio editing
- Photography and videography
- Infographics
- Gifs, animations and graphics
Media Relations:
- Prepare media reports on assigned subjects. Identify and research opportunities to share Winrock stories with relevant journalists and media outlets.
Miscellaneous Communications and Administrative Support:
- Taking notes during meetings
- Create and manage PowerPoint presentations
- Report preparation for meetings and presentations
- Purchasing and expense reports
- Mail and shipping
- Event planning and coordination
- General administrative and communications support as assigned.
Requirements:
- BA or BSc degree in public relations, communication, or journalism.
- Excellent understanding of various social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
- Efficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Basic budget management skills to track spending on sponsorships, events, and marketing material.
- Comfortable with public speaking and engaging with customers.
- Good research and analytical skills.
- The ability to prioritize your workload and keep to strict content deadlines.
- Willingness to attend corporate events on weekends.
- Knowledge of copywriting and editing.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
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