Job Purpose:
Head of Public Relations will develop and oversee all external communication strategies in the global and domestic context of program activities, accomplishments and public awareness. This will include advancing a consistent and positive image of QNRF.
KEY RESULT AREAS
• Oversee interactions with international and domestic stakeholders, including government research funding agencies, other research organizations, and for-profit companies
• Maintain consistent message across all media through press releases, managing editorial placements, general announcements, annual reports and other supporting or promotional material including PowerPoint presentations, speeches, Web and print collateral
• Manage External Relations staff, including recruitment, training, workflow, and evaluation
• Develop strong, ongoing relationships with national-level news media and secure positive and consistent media visibility
• Participate in important events and conferences including tradeshows, relevant speaking engagements and sponsorships—all directed toward promoting and elevating the QNRF brand
• Effectively manage and oversee QNRF’s Web presence as a marketing and communications resource
• Work with the Executive Director and other staff to respond to ad hoc information requests from media and other external organization
Knowledge:
• B.A./B.S. required; M.A./M.S. preferred
• An interest in the fields related to QNRF activities preferred
Skills:
• Media relation skills including top-tier publications, trade and broadcast
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively and professionally
• Demonstrated ability to contribute at both a strategic and operational level; creative thinking, as well as strong critical and analytical skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, and to media and external constituents and stakeholders
• Proficiency in office productivity software, and working knowledge of Web and graphic design software
• English language fluency required, Arabic strongly preferred
Experience:
• 8-10 years experience in public relations, including holding position as driver of strategic PR initiatives with proven results
• Significant experience with international communications, preferably with a grant-making or scientific organization
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