Head of Public Relations Unit

About the role

An accredited Christian university is recruiting a Head of Public Relations Unit, reporting to the Chancellor. The role covers the design and dissemination of communication messages, annual reports, news magazines and media liaison, as well as community relations and the coordination of major university events.

Key responsibilities

• Design and disseminate communication messages to enhance the university's corporate image
• Collate and coordinate the preparation of the University's Annual Reports
• Serve as editor of the university's news magazines
• Handle public relations and media liaison, including press releases, media enquiries, press contacts and media event management
• Develop public relations and communication strategies and take part in planning and running graduation, matriculation and special events
• Prepare and manage the budget
• Facilitate community relations, including serving on and communicating for the Student and Community Services Project
• Coordinate all media-related activities such as advertising and promotion

Required profile

• First degree in Journalism and a postgraduate qualification in journalism or mass communication from a recognised university
• Minimum of 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in a higher education setting
• At least 2 to 3 years of leadership experience in planning and coordinating university events, community relations, conference planning and/or public relations
• Member in good standing of the Ghana Institute of Public Relations Practitioners

Required skills

• Strong organisational skills and ability to coordinate multiple activities and meet deadlines
• Ability to maintain links with internal and external stakeholders
• Detail-oriented, able to work in a fast-paced collaborative environment
• Assertive, competent and confident in networking with all levels of staff, including high-profile executives

To apply, candidates download the employment application form from the university's website or collect it from the Human Resource Directorate office at Mistto Campus. The closing date is 21 February 2013.