BDS Center for Development Research Public Relations and Branding Expert Jobs in Ethiopia

BDS Center for Development Research Public Relations and Branding Expert Jobs in Ethiopia

Job Id: 199565

Category: Communications, PR and Journalism Location: Addis Ababa
Career Level: Senior Level (5+ years experience)
Employment Type: Full time
Salary: Negotiable

Job Description

Company Background

BDS Center for Development Research (BDS -CDR), is one of the leading consulting firms in the country in areas of development research and multi-disciplinary consultancy services.

BDS-CDR is currently striving to keep the public informed with its research findings believing that these works will help expedite the development efforts of our nation. BDS-CDR believes that our current strong state is the outcome of long years of professionalism and commitment of our staffs, past and present.

We have a pool of competent professionals and also work in partnership with scholars across the country and abroad.

Currently BDS-CDR is re- branding itself and is looking for PR and Branding Expert.

General Tasks, Duties and Key Areas of Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Knowledge Management and Communication Director (KMCD), the PR and Branding Expert is expected to:

Create BDS-CDR PR and Branding plans and strategies

Improve the quality and quantity of company’s voice via different online and offline channels

Serve as company’s image and first contact person

Write press releases, media announcements, speeches and other PR releases

Prepare presentations for media briefings and other meetings

Organize and oversee company events such as open day, seminars, conferences, workshops, staff meetings and recreations etc.

Suggest effective ways of peacefully resolving any internal or external disputes

Conduct research and analyze client and public opinion

Build and maintain targeted media lists, and nurture relationships with key reporters

Monitor and analyze effectiveness of PR campaigns and communicate insights to management

Collaborate with external stakeholders including public affairs offices, customers and professional societies

Shape and communicate BDS-CDR vision and mission

Analyze Branding/re-branding positioning and customer insights

Translate re-branding elements into plans and go-to-market strategies

Work closely with a team of communications working on brand/ re-branding initiatives

Lead creative development to motivate the target audience/client to “take action”

Measure and report performance of all re-branding campaigns and assess KPIs

Monitor and research client’s demands and competitors’ activities

Monitor BDS-CDR service accessibility and client reactions

Devise innovative marketing growth and profit strategies

Align the company around the re-brand direction, choices and tactics

Developing strategies and managing different campaigns across print, broadcast and online platforms to ensure that services meet client’s expectations

Organizing

and supervising advertising and promotion, design and other forms of marketing to maintain consistency in branding

Meeting with clients and working with colleagues across multiple divisions

Handle other activities assigned by immediate supervisor etc.

Job Requirements

MA/ BA in Public relations or Journalism and Communication, Marketing or any other related field, 3 years for MA and over 7 years for BA.

Previous working experience as Public Relations /Branding /Re -branding Specialist or Expert

Hands-on experience with a variety of different PR and Branding/Re- branding campaigns

Technical and Other skills

Excellent ability to communicate in writing and speaking

Ability to meet deadlines and work on several projects at once

Enthusiastic about BDS-CDR service area

Positive attitude and strength as a team player

Have an instinctive feeling about future service concepts

Have a good analytical skills partnered with a creative mind

Be a good listener and able to respond to results and client research

Excellent understanding of the full branding mix etc.

Applicable knowledge in copy writing and editing

Experience with diverse social media platforms (LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook etc.)

Excellent communication, presentation and leadership skills

Advanced user of Windows operating system and Microsoft Office software including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel etc.

Excellent networking and relationship management experience

Ability to facilitate, maintain and manage good working relationships between BDS- CDR and Clients

Willing to relocate

Experience with data quality assurance operations and methodologies is a plus

Experience developing testing scripts and end-user documentation is a plus

Graphic design skill is a plus

Neat and clean-cut physical appearance is also plus

How to Apply

Candidates who are interested and fulfill the requirements shall submit their ONLY application/motivation letter along with their updated CV via email at career@bdscdr.com by clearly marking the position title on the subject line.

OR

In person to the following address.

BDS-Centre for Development Research

CMC, around 200 meter from St. Michael Church towards Megenagna Road

In the building where Oromia Cooperative Bank and Lion International Banks are located, 8th floor

Tel: 0116 47 95 17/0116 479778

Closing date of application: ten/10/ working days from the date of announcement

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Please do not send your applications if you have already applied for this post previously.

Only candidates who are invited for exam and interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

Qualified female applicants are highly encouraged to apply

BDS Center for Development Research Public Relations and Branding Expert Jobs in Ethiopia