Public Relations Specialist at PalmPay

PalmPay is an Africa-focused fintech firm, launched in 2019. PalmPay is a mobile payments platform that offers a number of financial services.

Title: Public Relations Specialist

Location: Ikeja, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We seek a dynamic Public Relations Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing effective communication strategies to enhance our company’s public image and reputation.
• The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of media relations, content creation, and crisis management, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities
Content Development:

• Develop PR plans and strategies for campaigns
• Write high-quality press statements including press releases, articles, blog posts and newsletters
• Develop event speeches and presentations
• Develop weekly report

Media Relations:

• Enhance the company’s voice and presence through online and offline channels
• Manage media relations and requests
• Arrange media interviews, press conferences, and media briefings
• Monitor media coverage and report on PR campaign effectiveness

Research:

• Provide media research on the financial sector
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in public relations
• Collaborate with internal teams/departments to ensure consistent messaging across all channels

Event Management:

• Support company events, sponsored events, fairs, conferences, and community outreach programs.
• Develop a post-event report

Crisis Management:

• Present solutions in times of PR crisis
• Facilitate the resolution of disputes with the public or external vendors
• Analyze public opinion and provide insights

Requirements and Skills

• B.Sc / BA in PR, Communications, Journalism or relevant field.
• Proven experience as a public relations executive or similar position
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills
• Experience in project management and execution of PR campaigns and/or initiatives
• Experience in copywriting and editing
• Working knowledge of MS Office, Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Aptitude in presentation and public speaking
• Proficiency in English
• A creative yet practical mind.

Deadline: Not Specified.

How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should Click Here to apply online