Head of Media Relations — Innovation & Global Storytelling

NUS Enterprise; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

NUS Enterprise is seeking a Media Relations Lead with 12-15 years of experience to shape stories of breakthrough innovation and elevate its profile in Singapore and around the world.

This hands-on role leads media strategy, pitches stories, manages interviews and events, and guides senior stakeholders through crisis communications while building journalist relationships across markets.

Qualifications

• 12-15 years of experience in media relations, PR or corporate communications.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver media strategies at scale.
• Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills.
• Experience managing media engagements independently.
• Strong understanding of the Singapore and regional media landscape.

Responsibilities

• Find and shape stories across research, ventures and programmes.
• Lead media strategy for major announcements and initiatives.
• Advise on messages and crisis communications with senior leaders.
• Build journalist relationships across Singapore and internationally.
• Lead PR agencies and coordinate activity across markets.
• Measure media impact and adjust strategies accordingly.

Skills

Storytelling

Media strategy

Interview management

Crisis communications

Journalist relations

Leadership

Job description

NUS Enterprise is seeking a Media Relations Lead with 12-15 years of experience to shape stories of breakthrough innovation and elevate its profile in Singapore and around the world.

This hands-on role leads media strategy, pitches stories, manages interviews and events, and guides senior stakeholders through crisis communications while building journalist relationships across markets.