Job Description

Job Summary

The jobholder (2-year contract) supports in corporate communications and media relations, staffing the Guest-of-Honour at events, advertising, branding, and design to profile the organisation's spokespersons, volunteers and initiatives. He/she serves as the creative centre for content and collaterals that MENDAKI generates in its daily operations.

Key Responsibility Areas

Media and Public Relations

Contribute to the organisation's media relations with various media partners across different media types and channels Prepare publicity materials such as media kit, media releases, fact sheets, anticipated FAQs and human-interest stories Coordinate media features with partners such as interview requests, media queries and story angles Liaise with media partners during events and ensure event coverage by relevant media agencies

Marketing and Communications

Work with the Communications team to develop an integrated marketing and communications plan that will increase brand awareness and programmes Support the Team Lead in driving marketing efforts to promote the organisation's programmes to target audiences.

Event Management

Work with various departments to prepare communication materials for the Guest-of-Honour, including the administrative programme, speech, talking points for panel discussion or doorstop interview Staffing the senior management and Guests of Honour at events

Media Monitoring

Conduct daily media scanning to identify mentions and relevant news to the organisation and broadcast results over internal bulletins Archive news and ensure that they are properly catalogued and filed for future reference

Collateral Design and Production

Work with various departments to design programme collaterals such as programme booklets, certificates or other event effects Create posters, banners, and other digital or print collateral for the advertisement/marketing of MENDAKI events and products, where applicable Provide direction to vendors on the development of digital or print content as well as campaigns

Brand Management

Ensure consistent messaging and communication of the corporate logo and values according to the organisation's brand guide to internal and external stakeholders

Others

Any other duties as assigned by the HOD.

Requirements

At least 3-5 years of relevant experience preferred Degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or other relevant qualifications from any recognised institution Strong command of written and spoken English and Malay languages. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage stakeholders across different levels Strong project management and time management skills Sound decision-making and problem-solving skills Resourceful and takes initiative to effect change Able to work under pressure to meet deadlines Proficient in Microsoft Office applications * Knowledge of digital media marketing and campaigns is an advantage