Strategic PR & Community Engagement Lead

Sengkang Town Council; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A local administrative body in Singapore is seeking a dynamic Public Relations Manager to lead their PR function. The successful candidate will be responsible for shaping public image, developing comprehensive communication strategies, and managing a team for impactful campaigns. Candidates should possess 6–8 years of relevant experience, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of community engagement. This role involves media relations, event management, and budget oversight, providing a strategic presence within the organization.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of experience in public relations or corporate communications.
• Experience supervising teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong storytelling abilities.
• Skilled in crisis communications.
• Comfortable with community engagement.
• Resourceful and able to multitask.
• Proficient in design and productivity tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communication plans to enhance public awareness.
• Plan outreach programmes and stakeholder engagement.
• Lead planning and execution of corporate and community events.
• Oversee the creation of content for various platforms.
• Manage social media presence and develop digital campaigns.
• Build relationships with media outlets and monitor coverage.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external vendors.
• Manage the Public Relations budget effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Crisis communications

Project management

Public relations

Interpersonal communication

Content development

Digital marketing

Media relations

Community engagement

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

A local administrative body in Singapore is seeking a dynamic Public Relations Manager to lead their PR function. The successful candidate will be responsible for shaping public image, developing comprehensive communication strategies, and managing a team for impactful campaigns. Candidates should possess 6–8 years of relevant experience, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of community engagement. This role involves media relations, event management, and budget oversight, providing a strategic presence within the organization.