Public Relations/Media Officer (MCG/IE 4)

Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Director, Jamaica Combined Cadet Force, the incumbent is to provide support the operations of the Division to advance a positive image of the organization by effectively representing its policies, programmes, services and activities to internal and external customers and the general public. 💰Salary range $4,266,270 JMD per annum.

Responsibilities

• • Implements the Organization’s Public Education Programmes, utilizing the mass media and public fora to foster greater understanding and public awareness;
• • Monitors the organization’s programmes and policies;
• • Develops communication initiatives for radio, television and print media, in consultation with key stakeholders;
• • Prepares and disseminates information to the media, public and private organizations and the general public;
• • Develops Periodicals and other publications;
• • Advises management on Public Relations issues;
• • Provides internal and external feedback on the impact of the Organization’s initiatives and programmes;
• • Develops and implements effective communication strategies to sensitize staff about policy decisions, activities and developments within the Organisation;
• • Co-ordinates and develops communication strategies for the Ministry, in collaboration with portfolio agencies;
• • Organizes Press Briefings, Receptions, Conferences and other special events, on behalf of the Organization;
• • Prepares Speeches for senior members of staff;
• • Ensures media coverage for the organization’s functions, to include major camps;
• • Attends meetings and prepares reports;
• • Assists with the preparation of the Unit’s Budget;
• • Produces special publications on behalf of the JCCF, such as Annual Reports, feature articles and advertisements;
• • Advises the Manager of the consequences of the Ministry’s actions which may impact stakeholders;
• • Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with representatives of the media;
• • Arranges and co-ordinates Press Conferences, Seminars and Consultation;
• • Develops Press Releases and Interviews to all types of media, in a bid to educate stakeholders and the public in general, on the functions/Mission of the JCCF;
• • Enhances and maintains a positive Corporate image of the Organization to the public;
• • Contributes to internal communication channels;
• • Performs other related functions assigned from time to time.

Required Skills

• Functional/Technical:

  • • Excellent knowledge of Communication Programme Planning and Communication Media
  • • Excellent knowledge of Customer Service principles and techniques
  • • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • • Knowledge of computer applications and in the use of visual and other presentation aids

• Core:

  • • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • • Excellent planning and organizing skills
  • • Self-starter/Initiative
  • • Ability to work in a team

Qualifications

• • Bachelor of Arts Degree in Mass Communication or equivalent qualification
• • Specialized training in Public Relations
• • Expertise in event planning and management
• • Experience in planning, developing and implementing PR strategies
• • Three (3) years’ experience as a Communications Practitioner
• • Experience in the use of standard computer applications

Additional Information and Instructions

• Special Conditions Associated With The Job:

  • • May be required to work outside of normal work hours to include the weekend.

Interested persons should forward their applications and résumés via email NO LATER THAN Friday, February 7, 2025, to: Director, Human Resource Management & Administration Human Resource Management & Administration (Civilian) Section Jamaica Defence Force Up Park Camp Kingston 5 ✉️ Email: jobopps.jdfciv@mns.gov.jm ℹ️ Subject: Public Relations/Media Officer (MCG/IE 4) Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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