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Senior Media Relations Manager, Corporate Communications
Posted 19 days ago
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Our client, a dynamic and innovative company in the Media & PR sector, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Media Relations Manager to join their fully remote team. This role is perfect for an experienced communications professional who excels at building and maintaining strong relationships with journalists, influencers, and media outlets. You will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive media relations strategies that enhance the company's brand reputation and public profile. This position demands a strategic thinker with exceptional writing, editing, and pitching skills, capable of managing crisis communications and proactively identifying media opportunities. The successful candidate will be adept at working in a virtual environment, collaborating with internal stakeholders, and crafting compelling narratives.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement strategic media relations plans to achieve corporate communication objectives.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts, journalists, and influencers.
- Craft compelling press releases, media advisories, pitches, and other communication materials.
- Proactively identify and secure media coverage in target publications and platforms.
- Manage media inquiries and serve as a spokesperson when necessary.
- Monitor media coverage and analyze sentiment, providing regular reports to senior leadership.
- Develop and execute crisis communication plans to effectively manage sensitive situations.
- Collaborate with marketing, social media, and other internal teams to ensure consistent messaging.
- Organize press conferences, media events, and interviews in a virtual or hybrid setting.
- Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging media landscapes.
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in media relations, public relations, or corporate communications, preferably within an agency or in-house role.
- Proven track record of securing positive media coverage in top-tier outlets.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
- Strong understanding of the media landscape and current affairs.
- Excellent interpersonal and networking skills.
- Experience in managing media crises and developing crisis communication strategies.
- Proficiency in media monitoring and analysis tools.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, remote setting.
- Experience within the Eldoret, Uasin Gishu, KE media ecosystem is beneficial, though the role is fully remote.
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Senior Media Relations Manager - Corporate Communications
Posted 5 days ago
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Our client is seeking a seasoned and strategic Senior Media Relations Manager to lead their corporate communications efforts from a fully remote position. This integral role will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive media relations strategies to enhance the company's public image, manage its reputation, and amplify key messages across diverse media channels. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in public relations, media outreach, and crisis communications, with a proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, and influencers. You will be instrumental in crafting compelling press releases, coordinating media interviews, preparing spokespersons, and monitoring media coverage. This position demands exceptional written and verbal communication skills, a keen understanding of current events and media landscapes, and the ability to think strategically under pressure. Collaboration with marketing, legal, and executive leadership teams will be essential to ensure consistent and effective communication. We are looking for a proactive and results-driven individual who can identify opportunities for positive media coverage and adeptly navigate challenging media situations. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the narrative of a prominent organization and make a significant impact on its brand perception in a fully remote, dynamic environment. The successful candidate will be a master storyteller with a passion for public relations and a proven track record of success.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive media relations strategies.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts.
- Draft and distribute press releases, media advisories, and other PR materials.
- Coordinate media interviews and prepare company spokespersons.
- Monitor media coverage and identify potential reputational risks or opportunities.
- Manage crisis communications and provide strategic counsel during sensitive situations.
- Identify and pitch story ideas to relevant media outlets.
- Measure and report on the effectiveness of media relations efforts.
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
- Master's degree is a plus.
- 7+ years of experience in media relations, public relations, or corporate communications.
- Proven track record of securing positive media coverage.
- Excellent media pitching and storytelling skills.
- Strong understanding of the media landscape and current affairs.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
- Experience in crisis communications management.
- Ability to work independently and effectively in a fully remote team.
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Senior Media Relations Manager - Corporate Communications
Posted 5 days ago
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Our client is seeking a dynamic and strategic Senior Media Relations Manager to lead their corporate communications efforts. This is a fully remote position, empowering you to manage national and international media engagement from your preferred location. You will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive media strategies, cultivating strong relationships with journalists and influencers, and safeguarding the company's reputation. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in public relations, media outreach, and crisis communications, preferably within a corporate or agency setting. You will be adept at crafting compelling press releases, managing media inquiries, coordinating interviews, and securing positive media coverage across diverse platforms. Key responsibilities include: proactively identifying media opportunities, responding to breaking news, developing key messaging and talking points, monitoring media coverage, analyzing campaign effectiveness, and advising senior leadership on media-related matters. We are looking for an individual with exceptional writing, editing, and interpersonal skills, a strong understanding of the media landscape, and the ability to think critically and act decisively under pressure. Experience with social media monitoring and digital PR is highly desirable. This role demands a strategic thinker with a proven ability to build and maintain strong media contacts. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, including marketing, legal, and executive teams, to ensure consistent and effective communication. A Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field is required. Significant experience in media relations, including managing proactive and reactive media campaigns, is essential. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, remote work environment, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and deliver high-quality results is crucial. This is an exciting opportunity to shape public perception and drive positive media engagement for a prominent organization. While this role is fully remote, it supports the strategic communications needs for areas including Naivasha, Nakuru, KE .
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