Communication Manager

Office Suppliers; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 1,400,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A communication-focused company in Karachi is seeking a Communications Manager to lead internal and external communication efforts. The ideal candidate will excel in building media relationships and possess strong project management and writing skills. Experience with various communication media, including press releases and marketing materials, is essential. This role offers a chance to impact corporate communication strategy significantly.

Qualifications

• Experience in internal communications is essential.
• Insight to unpack problems and develop creative solutions.
• Strong ability to write press releases and other media content.

Responsibilities

• Establish relationships with media publications in Pakistan.
• Manage external advertising campaigns and marketing materials.
• Support internal communication campaigns and projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Creative problem solving

Project management

Copywriting

Relationship building

Tools

Microsoft Office

HTML

Job description

- Identify and establish relationships with key industry publications and media in Pakistan
- Support and manage external advertising campaigns
- Support and manage development of marketing material
- Write, get approval for and distribute news releases for halnet
- On behalf of Halcrow Pakistan contribute to company-wide internal communications campaigns and vehicles, including the employee magazine, intranet notices, and the chief executive's business update
- Provide support for exhibitions, conferences and other client/industry focused events.
- Ensure that all communications activities are aligned with group and regional objectives and that all visual and writing standards are maintained
- Provide support to Middle East communications manager in matters related to internal and external communication (including research, writing, copywriting, editorial, video production support and project management services)
Provide copy writing and editorial support for the bid (work winning) processes.
-Support corporate initiatives, for example, Act now!, Project Excellence, better bidding program, Cordis, staff survey.

Job Specification

Primarily, the ability to undertake the three broad requirements for a good communications manager, namely, the provision of:
-the insight and experience to be able to ‘unpack' a problem or challenge and break it down into its constituent parts;
-the ideas needed to develop a creative solution;
-the appropriate project management skills to ensure product/service delivery.
-The ability to write in a well structured, purposeful manner for a wide range of media including press releases and articles, videos, websites, brochures, adverts and internal newsletters/magazines is essential.
-Understanding of internal communications techniques and tools.
-Proven relationship building skills with journalists.
-Understanding of the principles associated with activities such as graphic design, web design, print production and management, video, exhibitions and conferences.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Good working knowledge of HTML (or a willingness to learn).

Information Technology and Services - Karachi, Pakistan