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Public Relations Officer (MCG/IE 2)

Organisation
Institute of Jamaica
Reference
VAC-48844
Contract Type
Full-Time
Industries
Media & Corporate Communications
Location
Kingston
Salary & Benefits
$1,984,305.00 per annum (Current) $2,190,302.00 per annum (as at April 2024)
Date Posted
07/03/2024
Expiry Date
27/03/2024
To provide professional support in the area of Public Relations and Communication.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Writes, edits and circulates press releases to all media houses in respect of all events.
  • Prepares and dispatches media advisories 
  • Liaises with media houses through follow-up emails and telephone calls to secure coverage of events. 
  • Prepares press kits with relevant information 
  • Collates and edits articles for IOJ Newsletters 
  • Prepares newsletter in PDF format for placement on intranet 
  • Collates information from all divisions/departments and prepares annual calendar of events
  • Assists with providing advice on protocol. 
  • Updates information on website by ensuring new information is placed as it unfolds
  • Researches topics relevant to the preparation of news releases 
  • Promotes the programmes, activities and facilities of the Institute 

 

Minimum Required Education and Training

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations or Journalism. 
  • Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in public relations environment.

Region: 
Kingston

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