Strategic Communications Leader - Manila Project

Qubel Recruitment Corp.; Manila; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Qubel Recruitment Corp. is seeking a Strategic Communications Manager for a project-based, full-time role in Manila.

You will lead the voice of a public institution, craft strategies, manage media relations, and guide crisis communications to ensure timely, accurate information reaches diverse audiences. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in mass communications or journalism, a Bachelor's degree, and strong writing/editing skills in Filipino and English.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree, preferably in Journalism, Mass Communications, or a related field.
• At least five (5) years of experience writing articles, research papers, or content for print, television, broadcast, or other mass media.
• Relevant professional eligibility.
• Relevant training in communications, media relations, or crisis communication is an advantage.
• Excellent writing and editing skills in both Filipino and English.
• Sound judgment, composure under pressure, and integrity to handle sensitive information responsibly.
• Proven ability to lead a team and manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Willing to work in CAMANAVA Area.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy and storytelling. Develop and recommend communication strategies, plans, and campaigns that raise public awareness of programs, services, and initiatives.
• Lead public information campaigns on topics such as public health, environmental protection, disaster preparedness, and community programs.
• Set editorial guidelines, content review procedures, and communication standards that keep every message accurate, consistent, and professional.
• Direct the preparation and release of press releases, news articles, advisories, speeches, statements, and announcements.
• Oversee the official website, social media accounts, and other communication platforms.
• Guide the production of photos, videos, graphics, infographics, publications, and other multimedia content.
• Make sure materials are clear, inclusive, and available in Filipino, English, or other languages suited to the audience.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media organizations, journalists, communication practitioners, and community stakeholders.
• Serve as a spokesperson in press briefings, media interviews, and public engagements, as authorized.
• Monitor media coverage, public feedback, and information trends, and recommend timely communication responses Lead in times of crisis.
• Lead crisis communication and emergency information efforts during disasters, public safety incidents, and service disruptions.
• Work with disaster response, health, hospital, and public safety offices to disseminate verified alerts, evacuation instructions, and safety advisories Lead your team and operations.
• Supervise, coach, and develop the communications team.
• Prepare communication plans, work programs, budget proposals, media monitoring reports, and accomplishment reports.
• Maintain organized archives of press materials, photos, videos, and other communication records.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy, intellectual property, records management, and other applicable regulations.
• Set up ways to receive, consolidate, and refer public inquiries and feedback to the right offices.

Skills

Leadership

Writing

Crisis comm

Media relations

Bilingual EN/Filipino

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Mass Communications

Job description

Qubel Recruitment Corp. is seeking a Strategic Communications Manager for a project-based, full-time role in Manila.

You will lead the voice of a public institution, craft strategies, manage media relations, and guide crisis communications to ensure timely, accurate information reaches diverse audiences. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in mass communications or journalism, a Bachelor's degree, and strong writing/editing skills in Filipino and English.