Skills
Skills to develop and implement PR strategies and plans for the clients in line with O2PR mission Know your market first
Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities. Pays attention to details.
Proactive vs. reactive thinker.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Knowledge and understanding of newspaper/magazine advertising principles, procedures, regulations, and standards.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and tight deadlines with confidence and ease.
Skill in organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
Knowledge of marketing strategies, processes, and available resources.
Ability to assess operational requirements and to plan and organize work flow patterns and schedules.
Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures.
Ability to investigate and analyze information and to draw conclusions.
Skill in the use of computerized page layout and design software.
Ability to develop and maintain recordkeeping systems and procedures.
Ability to analyze and solve problems and manage team member.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Education
Professional Qualification
Skills
• Knowledge of different concepts of advertising and pr.
• Knowledge and understanding of print production principles, procedures, techniques, and facilities.
• Knowledge of local regulations on printing.
• Knowledge of different types of media, booking media space and scheduling releases for advertisements.
• Ability to handle numerous projects simultaneously and demonstrate sense of urgency to meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of all the Publications available locally and in the Region (Distribution, Pricing….etc.)
• Ability to communicate effectively (Arabic and English), both orally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with internal and external parties.
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control procedures.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Education
Degree in Journalism/Marketing/Public Relations
Our choice for this job will wear the many hats of sales, marketing, copywriter and public relations and will have studied marketing, advertising, mass communications or a related discipline. Apart from being a keen reader of business media, you will be a proficient journalistic writer and will also have a habit of making good business contacts.
This position carries the responsibility of administration, client meetings, project planning, media relations, social media campaigns, campaign analysis and reporting.
A GCC driver’s license and a bilingual ability of Arabic and English is preferred but not essential.
Skills
? liaising on a daily basis with clients and the media, often via telephone and email;
? relationship building and networking with colleagues, clients and the media;
? monitoring the media, including newspapers, magazines, journals, broadcasts, newswires and blogs, for opportunities for clients;
? working as part of an account team to develop client proposals and implement the PR activity;
? preparing regular client reports and attending client meetings;
? researching, writing and distributing press releases to targeted media;
? promoting news stories and features to the media, known as ‘selling in’;
? collating, analysing and evaluating media coverage;
? event management, including press conferences and promotional events;
? attending and promoting client events to the media;
? assisting with the production of client publications, such as in-house magazines;
? commissioning market research;
? coordinating studio or location photography;
? undertaking research for new business proposals and presenting to potential new clients;
? placing and devising colour separations, competitions and advertorials for clients;
? managing the PR aspect of a possible crisis situation.
Requirements
You have 5 – 8 successful years of experience in a similar position, either client or agency side. You have a good knowledge of the global media scene and an appreciation of the specifics of the Oman media market is highly desirable. You have very strong problem solving skills and project management skills. You have excellent Communication skills (written and spoken) in English & Arabic. You have good Computer Skills: Excel, Word, and Microsoft PowerPoint. You have excellent knowledge of communication and marketing strategies and practice. You have a working knowledge of the internet and other digital media. Experience of innovative outdoor and ambient media would be an advantage.You have a University degree in Communication/Marketing or similar. You must have a valid driver’s license.
These pivotal roles will involve working on local and global accounts in a, in a fast-paced environment with collaborative teams to assist a range of blue chip and government clients with their external public relations and communications activities. Supporting senior management with new business proposals and pitch development will also be a requirement of the role. Applicants should have a background in PR and a creative and professional approach to client relations.
Key skills required for the roles are:
• Strong internal and external communications skills
• Previous PR agency or in house experience
• Strong presentation and writing skills in English and preferably in Arabic
• Solid account management skills with a proven finesse in managing clients and developing relationships
• Strong understanding of regional media
• Ability to work in a team with proven success working across geographies/cultures/languages
• Ability to manage highly confidential client information
• A clear analytical thinker particularly under pressure
• Ability to provide strategic counsel to clients
• Expert financial management and planning experience
• Can build trust among key client stakeholders
• Event organisation experience
If you are interested in helping our team develop our capabilities across the Middle East region and are specifically interested in career opportunities in Oman, we would be interested in hearing from you.
Fleishman-Hillard’s reputation for quality, creativity, and results is the foundation of our distinguished status in the industry. We offer a competitive salary package and opportunities for career development at all levels.
To apply, please send a CV and covering letter to Michelle Leff, Senior HR Manager.
Email: [email protected]
A great opportunity has arisen within this international Pr agency for a PR Account Director or Account Manager based in Oman, to work on a leading international travel brand. You will have a solid corporate communications background, media relations, crisis experience and be fluent in Arabic and English. You must already be based in Oman.
Please send your CV directly to [email protected].
Requirements: Fluency in Arabic and English , you must be based in Oman with PR experience at Account Director level.
Due to the high level of applications we are unable to respond to everyone. If you have not heard from us within a week, then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful in your application. Visit www.prospectresourcing.com for our latest vacancies.
]]>These pivotal roles will involve working on local and global accounts in a, in a fast-paced environment with collaborative teams to assist a range of blue chip and government clients with their external public relations and communications activities. Supporting senior management with new business proposals and pitch development will also be a requirement of the role. Applicants should have a background in PR and a creative and professional approach to client relations.
Key skills required for the roles are:
• Strong internal and external communications skills
• Previous PR agency or in house experience
• Strong presentation and writing skills in English and preferably in Arabic
• Solid account management skills with a proven finesse in managing clients and developing relationships
• Strong understanding of regional media
• Ability to work in a team with proven success working across geographies/cultures/languages
• Ability to manage highly confidential client information
• A clear analytical thinker particularly under pressure
• Ability to provide strategic counsel to clients
• Expert financial management and planning experience
• Can build trust among key client stakeholders
• Event organisation experience
If you are interested in helping our team develop our capabilities across the Middle East region and are specifically interested in career opportunities in Oman, we would be interested in hearing from you.
Fleishman-Hillard’s reputation for quality, creativity, and results is the foundation of our distinguished status in the industry. We offer a competitive salary package and opportunities for career development at all levels.
To apply, please send a CV and covering letter to Michelle Leff, Senior HR Manager.
Email: [email protected]
Skills
Corporate Communications & Public Relations
The role responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Carrying out research for existing and prospective clients
• Writing press releases in English
• English media coordination
• Event planning and organising as required
• Day to day client servicing tasks as part of a client team
• Helping with research work to support new business initiatives
The role operates as an integral part of the client servicing team on nominated accounts and business.
The role holder requires;
• A University degree
• Ideally some experience of working in a communications environment for a company or Government organisation – but not required
• Fluency in English is essential – both written and verbal
• Ability to work as part of a small but fast growing team
• Flexible approach to work
• Confident and outgoing
• Projects a positive image of the company at all times
Under the instruction of the more senior team members, responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Carry out research for existing and prospective clients
• Writing press releases in Arabic
• Arabic media coordination
• Event planning and organising as required
• Day to day client servicing tasks as part of a client team
• Helping with research work to support new business initiatives
Operates as an integral part of the client servicing team on nominated accounts and business.
Requirements
• Ideally some experience of working in a communications environment for a company or Government organisation – but not required
• Omani National
• Fluency in Arabic is essential – both written and verbal
• Ability to work as part of a small but fast growing team
• Flexible approach to work
• Confident and outgoing
• Projects a positive image of the company at all times
Requirements
This is a great role for someone to make their mark within a highly respected consultancy. Ideally you will be an Omani National, and you must be fluent in Arabic – both written and verbal, with previous communications experience. The salary is approximately 600 OMR per month.