Public Relations & Communications Specialist

Our client is looking to employ a Public Relations & Communications Specialist to join their growing team. As part of your responsibilities you will be: 

• Creating and writing engaging content for internal use, such as stories and interviews with various teams and staff members.
• Producing content for public awareness campaigns.
• Drafting well-crafted external press releases.
• Managing social media content, including writing posts, creating stories, designing visuals, and scheduling uploads as needed. Content should be customized for different platforms.
• Writing compelling content for placement in both local and international media outlets.
• Designing simple yet appealing graphics for social media, event posters, and other needs.
• Maintaining effective stakeholder management by collaborating with key internal stakeholders to identify and develop engagement opportunities to achieve the organization’s communication goals.
• Working with a variety of content formats, such as videos and podcasts, to create engaging material tailored to each medium.
• Monitoring digital and print media coverage and circulating relevant information as necessary.
• Updating website content promptly using appropriate tools and ensuring it is optimized for SEO.
• Assisting in the creation of materials for events or workshops as needed.
• Collaborating with other internal stakeholders to prepare interim and annual reports.
• Supporting the Department in organizing, coordinating, and managing the company’s involvement in national and international events.
• Coordinating with suppliers and subcontractors of marketing/public relations services and managing campaigns in collaboration with them.

Requirements

• Have an excellent command of the English and Maltese languages, with a flair for writing and an eye for detail
• Demonstrate good research capabilities and have excellent oral, written, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency in harnessing the potential of diverse content types, including video productions and podcasts, amongst others.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Be able to organise, multi-task, meet strict deadlines and prioritise tasks in accordance with the requirements of the function.

Education and Experience

• A minimum of an MQF level 6 in preferably English, Communications or Journalism.
• Previous experience in PR and Content Writing is a must.
• Knowledge of Wordpress, MailChimp and Canva will be considered an asset.

Benefits

• Performance Bonus

Job Reference: FJ956