Main Duties and Responsibilities:
* Manage and develop a busy communications team
* Coordinate, cultivate, devise, and manage events and launches
* Proactively lead all internal and external stakeholders, including members of the media
* Responsible for all national communications projects, events, and campaigns
* Build and maintain close relationships and ensure stakeholder satisfaction by understanding their needs, preferences, and concerns
* Develop and implement strategic communications and policies in conjunction with head of department
* Work closely with internal teams and departments to ensure alignment in messaging and brand to achieve their goals
* Drive growth of communications across the organization
* Lead planning and execution of major events including in-house and external events, launches, and conferences
* Responsible for leading all internal written and verbal online communications including presentations and webinars to large groups
* Provide strategic vision to standardize communications across the whole organization
* Direct opportunities in traditional and digital media
* Establish and maintain positive relationships with colleagues, the CEO office, and senior management
* Identify potential media and social media opportunities
* Build strong internal relationships to ensure smooth collaboration and buy-in for key internal initiatives
* Responsible for budget planning and management
* Cultivate fruitful relationships with members of the media
* Analyze trends and media and social insights to identify opportunities
* Carry out any other duties that may be assigned from time to time
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
Knowledge/Experience:
* At least 6 years of experience in senior strategic communications roles or public relations
* Ability to devise, coordinate, and manage national launches and events
* Excellent analytical skills to analyze data and market trends to identify business opportunities and make informed decisions
* Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with clients, demonstrate empathy, and manage conflicts effectively
* Display a flexible working approach and solution-focused attitude
Skills/Competencies:
* Proven experience negotiating with senior stakeholders both internal and external, including senior management, CEO office, and Board of Directors
* Experience contributing communications expertise to the development of wider organizational strategies, policies, and plans
* Proven ability to present to large audiences in a fluent and engaging manner
* Flexibility in building relationships
* Proactive approach in working with stakeholders
* Proven experience in devising, leading, and managing national events, campaigns, and launches
* Experience working well within a team
* Problem-solving abilities
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Aptitude for fostering positive relationships
* Teamwork and leadership skills
Other Requirements:
* Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and negotiation skills
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
* Proven experience in proactively working with stakeholders
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