Zimbabwe Gender Commission
DUE: 14 APR 2023
MANAGER PUBLIC RELATIONS X1
REPORTS TO: CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
STATION: HEAD OFFICE
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
To provide Public Relations Services to the Commission.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Participate in the formulation and implementation of the PR policy, strategy and programmes as well as procedures.
Manage the development of public information materials, graphic design and production, and audio-visual production in a variety of media.
Manage development and maintenance of website and content.
Manage social media platforms and relationships.
Coordinate the implementation of the organisation’s corporate image enhancement programmes.
Coordinate the design of promotional materials for the organisation.
Coordinate and organise publicity outreach programmes.
Prepare for news and press coverage.
Supervise the maintenance and updating of the Zimbabwe Gender Commission website.
Supervise preparation of and edit publications, including Annual Reports.
Prepare responses to requests for information by stakeholders.
Participate in the establishment and maintenance of relationships with stakeholders.
Coordinate advertising and Public Relations activities of the Commission.
Participate in the production of organizational jingles and publicity themes, and documentaries.
Supervise the preparation and organization of conferences as well as participation in exhibitions.
Liaise with media organizations and advertising agencies.
Conduct Media Monitoring and coordinates responses to media enquiries.
Supervise staff and coordinate performance appraisal in the department.
Prepare departmental estimates of expenditure.
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES
● 5 ‘O’ Levels including English Language.
● Degree in Public Relations, Mass Communication, or Media Studies or equivalent.
● A Master’s degree or a higher qualification is an added advantage.
● 5 years relevant experience as a communications manager or public relations officer or an equivalent post.
● Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
● Excellent leadership skills.
● Ability and tenacity to work with Government and other stakeholders.
● Must be a person of high integrity, professionalism, assertiveness and innovation.
● Good oral and written communication skills.
● Proficient in Microsoft packages.
● A clean class four (4) driver’s licence.
TO APPLY
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill vacancies within the Zimbabwe Gender Commission. Applicants should submit an application letter accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae and certified academic and professional certificates.
Applications from prospective candidates should be received not later than 14 April 2023. Applications should clearly indicate the post being applied for and should be sent to the address indicated below:
The Chief Executive Officer
Zimbabwe Gender Commission
1st Floor
Pax House
89 Kwame Nkrumah Avenue
Harare
Or email to the following emails:
1) [email protected]
2) [email protected]