584 Relations jobs in Bahrain

Reporting: The Public Relations Officer shall report to the University President.

Responsibilities:

The Public Relations (PR) Officer shall be responsible for:
– Planning, developing and executing PR strategies of the university
– Communicating and networking with internal and external stakeholders regularly including media organizations/houses both print and digital media representing and promoting GU’s distinctive excellence institution of higher learning.
– Supporting GU’s mission and strategic goals and delivering GU core values to internal and external constituencies through publications, media relations, photography and electronic communications.
– Celebrating and share the news and accomplishments of academic programs, alumni, faculty, leadership, partners, staff, and students
– Increasing the overall reputation and awareness of the university.
– Increasing the overall reputation and awareness of the university
– Assisting in expanding GU’s engagement with communities public and private sectors
– Working with media outlets from around the Kingdom of Bahrain to tell the GU story.
– Developing effective internal communications to help GU campus community
– Understand and share the GU brand story consistently.
– Increasing the flexibility and usability of GU branded marks and marketing collateral and ensure brand compliance across various university channels.
– Refocusing resources in communications to develop news and consumer content that will support pillars of GU’s brand and key focus areas as defined in the university’s strategic plan
– Creating comprehensive university brand campaign that supports the values identified in the GU strategic plan and resonates with the outlined target audiences.
– Creating impact in social media and reaching people via multiple channels with updates and posts about university events, activities, achievements, and announcements
– Ensuring University communication is compliant with the University’s corporate style and brand identity, as set out in GU policy and procedures.
– Assisting in monitoring and maintaining the implementation of the University’s visual identity through target audiences’ interactions

Requirements:

• Hold bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in business/management/media studies/marketing/social science
• At least 1 year of working experience in PR office in higher education institutions
• Minimum 2 years of work experience in PR, Marketing, media and communications industry
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent IT skills
• Ability to work in teams and within deadline
• Creativity, flexibility and problem solving skill
• Networking, negotiation skills with strategy driven approach

Overview

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The Public Relations Officer shall report to the University President.

• Planning, developing and executing PR strategies of the university
• Communicating and networking with internal and external stakeholders regularly including media organizations/houses both print and digital media representing and promoting GU’s distinctive excellence institution of higher learning
• Supporting GU’s mission and strategic goals and delivering GU core values to internal and external constituencies through publications, media relations, photography and electronic communications
• Celebrating and sharing the news and accomplishments of academic programs, alumni, faculty, leadership, partners, staff, and students
• Increasing the overall reputation and awareness of the university
• Assisting in expanding GU’s engagement with communities public and private sectors
• Working with media outlets from around the Kingdom of Bahrain to tell the GU story
• Developing effective internal communications to help the GU campus community
• Understand and share the GU brand story consistently
• Increasing the flexibility and usability of GU branded marks and marketing collateral and ensuring brand compliance across various university channels
• Refocusing resources in communications to develop news and consumer content that will support pillars of GU’s brand and key focus areas as defined in the university’s strategic plan
• Creating a comprehensive university brand campaign that supports the values identified in the GU strategic plan and resonates with the outlined target audiences
• Creating impact in social media and reaching people via multiple channels with updates and posts about university events, activities, achievements, and announcements
• Ensuring University communication is compliant with the University’s corporate style and brand identity, as set out in GU policy and procedures
• Assisting in monitoring and maintaining the implementation of the University’s visual identity through target audiences’ interactions

• Hold bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in business/management/media studies/marketing/social science
• At least 1 year of working experience in PR office in higher education institutions
• Minimum 2 years of work experience in PR, Marketing, media and communications industry
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent IT skills
• Ability to work in teams and within deadline
• Creativity, flexibility and problem solving skill
• Networking, negotiation skills with strategy driven approach

• Develop and implement integrated PR and communication strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, journalists, and key influencers.
• Write and distribute compelling press releases, media advisories, and other PR materials.
• Manage media inquiries and coordinate interviews for company spokespeople.
• Proactively identify opportunities for positive media coverage and thought leadership.
• Develop crisis communication plans and act as a key point of contact during sensitive situations.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends, providing regular reports and insights.
• Oversee the creation of speeches, presentations, and other communication materials.
• Collaborate with marketing and internal communications teams to ensure consistent messaging.
• Manage PR budgets and measure the effectiveness of PR campaigns.

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in public relations, with a strong portfolio of successful campaigns.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in media relations and building strong media contacts.
• Proficiency in crisis communication management.
• Strong strategic thinking and planning abilities.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Familiarity with PR software and media monitoring tools.

• Develop and implement comprehensive public relations strategies.
• Write and distribute press releases, media advisories, and other PR materials.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with media contacts, journalists, and influencers.
• Secure positive media coverage across various outlets (print, online, broadcast).
• Manage company reputation and handle crisis communications effectively.
• Develop talking points and prepare spokespeople for media interviews.
• Monitor media coverage and analyze PR campaign performance.
• Develop and manage social media content to amplify PR messages.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent brand messaging.
• Identify opportunities for thought leadership and executive profiling.

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in public relations, media relations, or corporate communications.
• Proven track record of securing media placements in top-tier publications.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Strong understanding of media relations and the news cycle.
• Experience with media monitoring and PR measurement tools.
• Exceptional interpersonal and networking skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in social media platforms and digital communication strategies.

• Assist in the development and execution of public relations strategies and campaigns.
• Write and edit press releases, media advisories, fact sheets, and other PR materials.
• Pitch stories to media outlets and build strong relationships with journalists and influencers.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends, reporting on relevant developments.
• Support the planning and execution of press conferences, media events, and interviews.
• Manage social media content for PR purposes, ensuring brand consistency.
• Assist in managing crisis communications and responding to media inquiries.
• Conduct media research and maintain media contact lists.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment on messaging and communication efforts.
• Track and report on the effectiveness of PR activities.

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in public relations or corporate communications.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a strong command of grammar and style.
• Proven ability to write clear, concise, and compelling press materials.
• Familiarity with media relations and pitching techniques.
• Experience with social media platforms and basic content management.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and PR software is a plus.