Relations Officer- Media, Grants And Events

RELATIONS OFFICER - MEDIA, GRANTS AND EVENTS Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in journalism, political science, marketing, public relations, mass communications or related field.Minimum of 2 years progressively responsible, professional experience related to area of assignment.Knowledge of: Media and public relations principles and practices; Public information principles and practices; Budgeting principles and practices; Project management principles and practices; Social media principles and practicesDemonstrated Skills in: Developing public relations strategies; Developing and maintaining relationships with members of the community, media, business and industry; Planning and executing special events; Communicating effectively through oral and written mediums.Developing and monitoring budgets; Developing creative concepts and messages to achieve desired objectivesHandling multiple tasks simultaneously; Managing projects; Working with diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds of work forceCommunicating effectively with all levels of management, board of directors, staff and external individuals and groups, including media representatives; Analyzing and interpreting data and information andmaking appropriate recommendations based on findings;Preparing a variety of written materials, including speeches, presentations, magazine and web articles; blog posts, news releases and media advisories.Utilizing computer technology for communication, data gathering and reporting activities.Responsibilities:EVENTS MANAGEMENTDevelop an events masterplan for the whole calendar yearDevelop quarterly and monthly focus and lead the team in weekly meetingsProvide recommendation on prioritization of events to be attended (virtual or actual)Pro-actively document the events vital information necessary in decision makingENVIRONMENTAL EDITORIALSUpdated inventory of Environmental editorials and publicationsMaintain updated contact list of content writers, editors, and publishersGather articles for publicationENVIRONMENTAL AWARDSSearch out, gather, updated inventory of Environmental awards/ award giving bodiesEnsure criteria and qualification fits with our company profileGRANTS MANAGEMENTUpdated inventory of organizations offering grants