Public Relations & Corporate Communications at Verde Edge Consulting Ltd

Public Relations & Corporate Communications at Verde Edge Consulting Ltd | Iko Kazi

Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Public Relations & Corporate Communications professional to lead and strengthen its global communications, media relations, reputation management and corporate communications function.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Developing and implementing the organisation's Public Relations, Earned Media and Corporate Communications Strategy.
Building and maintaining strong relationships with journalists, editors, media outlets, podcast hosts and other key influencers.
Managing media enquiries, interviews, press releases, media statements, pitches and thought-leadership opportunities.
Preparing executives for interviews, speaking engagements and major announcements, including speeches, talking points and briefing materials.
Developing clear and consistent messaging for major initiatives, partnerships, products, reports and organisational developments.
Leading reputation monitoring and management, identifying emerging risks and opportunities and advising senior leadership.
Developing and coordinating crisis communications plans, response protocols, stakeholder messaging and crisis preparedness exercises.
Managing internal communications to ensure employees remain informed, aligned and connected to organisational priorities.
Coordinating communications with Network Members, Strategic Partners and affiliated organisations.
Establishing communication metrics, dashboards and regular reports to measure visibility, credibility, reputation and strategic impact.
Managing relationships and performance of external PR agencies and communications partners.

Qualifications

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will possess:

A Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing or a related field.
At least 5 years' relevant experience in public relations, corporate communications, media relations or journalism.
Demonstrated experience leading communications initiatives across multiple countries, regions or global markets.
Exceptional writing, editing, storytelling and executive communication skills.
Strong experience in media relations, reputation management, crisis and issues communications.
Proven ability to develop compelling media stories and secure meaningful earned media opportunities.
Excellent strategic thinking, stakeholder management, project management and relationship-building skills.
Sound judgement, discretion, initiative and the ability to work independently in a dynamic global environment.
Experience in philanthropy, nonprofit services, financial services, fintech, impact investing or international development will be an added advantage.
Familiarity with PR and media monitoring platforms such as Cision, Meltwater, Muck Rack or similar tools is desirable.

Additional Information

Work Environment

Regular workdays run from roughly 1400–2200 (EAT) to overlap with European and US Eastern Time work hours.
Willingness to work more than 8 hours per day as needed during peak periods.