ASSISTANT MANAGER/MANAGER, COMMUNICATIONS & PUBLIC RELATIONS (TWO-YEAR CONTRACT)

We are seeking a dynamic communications professional to drive corporate communications, public relations, media engagement and digital communications across our portfolio of events and corporate brands. You will play a key role in strengthening corporate reputation, enhancing event visibility and building strategic relationships with media and industry stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute PR and corporate communications strategies to strengthen brand reputation and event visibility.
• Manage media relations, including press releases, interviews, briefings, press conferences and onsite media operations.
• Manage appointed PR agencies, vendors and media partners, ensuring effective delivery of campaigns and partnerships.
• Identify, recruit and manage media partners, including developing media partnerships and collaborations to maximise event reach and visibility.
• Oversee corporate websites, social media, EDMs and digital communication channels, ensuring timely and consistent content.
• Develop communications materials including speeches, key messages, Q&As, corporate announcements and marketing collateral.
• Support event communications, media accreditation, registration communications and onsite media operations.
• Build relationships with local, regional and international media, industry associations and strategic partners.
• Support crisis communications and corporate initiatives where required.
• Manage assigned community and engagement programmes and initiatives.
• Track media coverage and communications performance, providing insights and recommendations.
• Work closely with internal teams and external partners to manage projects, timelines and budgets.

Requirements

• Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or a related discipline. Relevant Diploma holders will also be considered.
• Assistant Manager: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
• Manager: Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, with experience leading communications initiatives and managing agencies.
• Strong written and verbal communication, media relations and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing PR agencies, vendors and external partners.
• Familiarity with CMS, EDM and social media platforms.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva, including basic graphic design, photo editing and digital content creation, will be an advantage.
• Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in events, exhibitions or MICE will be an advantage.
• Proactive, resourceful and able to work independently.