Job Summary
The Head of PR & Communications leads the development and execution of strategic communication initiatives that enhance organisational reputation, brand visibility, and stakeholder engagement. The role oversees media relations, corporate messaging, digital communications, content strategy, crisis communications, and internal communications, while serving as a trusted advisor to leadership and ensuring consistent, impactful communication across all channels.
Job Description
Strategic Communications & Planning:
- Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies aligned with organisational priorities and business goals
- Shape brand narrative, messaging frameworks, and key talking points for leadership
- Ensure consistency of messaging across media, digital, and internal platforms
Media Relations & Stakeholder Engagement
- Build and maintain strong relationships with media, journalists, and key stakeholders
- Lead media engagement efforts including press releases, media briefings, interviews, and press conferences
- Identify and secure strategic media opportunities to enhance visibility and thought leadership
- Manage stakeholder communications across government, industry, and partners where relevant
Content Creation & Narrative Developer
- Oversee creation of high-quality content including speeches, press materials, reports, and digital assets
- Ensure content is compelling, data-driven, and aligned with brand voice and positioning
- Translate complex information into clear, engaging narratives for diverse audiences
- Provide strategic direction and oversight on digital communications, including social media and online platforms
- Ensure digital content aligns with overall PR narrative and campaign objectives
- Work closely with digital or marketing teams to optimise reach, engagement, and brand consistency
- Monitor digital trends and audience insights to enhance communication effectiveness
Crisis Communication
- Develop and implement a crisis communication plan as a spokesperson during challenging situations.
Analytics And Reporting
- Monitor performance metrics and provide regular reports to assess communication strategies.
Budget Management
- Develop and manage the communication budget efficiently.
Internal Communication
- Facilitate effective internal communication to keep employees informed and engaged.
Continuous Learning
- Stay updated on emerging trends in media, communications, and digital landscape
- Introduce innovative approaches, tools, and formats to strengthen communications impact
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Corporate Communications, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 7 to 8 years of experience in Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Strategic Communications, or Corporate Affairs, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Proven track record in developing and executing strategic communication and reputation management plans aligned with organisational objectives.
- Strong media relations experience with an established network of journalists, media outlets, and key industry stakeholders.
- Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement, including government agencies, industry partners, regulators, and senior leadership.
- Exceptional writing, storytelling, and content development skills, with experience crafting speeches, media statements, and executive communications.
- Strong understanding of digital communications, social media strategy, and integrated communication campaigns.
- Proven ability to lead crisis communications and manage sensitive reputational issues effectively.
- Strong analytical mindset with experience measuring communication impact and translating insights into actionable strategies.
- Excellent leadership, influencing, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to advise and engage senior executives and external stakeholders.
