Head of Public Relations

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Last date to apply: Sunday 22 Nov, 2026 The Head of Public Relations will be responsible for representing IBA in its external media engagements and serving as the official spokesperson on institutional matters. The incumbent will lead institutional-wide public relations and media communication initiatives, strengthen relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and ensure timely and accurate dissemination of information in alignment with the Institutions goals, objectives, and priorities. The role will also involve providing strategic communication advice to institutional leadership, managing media relations, overseeing communication during sensitive and crisis situations, and ensuring effective coordination of internal and external communications. MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Manage day-to-day media relations, including handling media queries, interviews, press conferences, news releases, and media kits. • Serve as the Institutions spokesperson in highly sensitive, complex, or emergency situations. • Provide advice, consultation, and assistance to the Executive Director, Deans, and other senior executives on public information and communication matters. • Develop and maintain relationships with key local and national media representatives. • Respond to media and public information requests, ensuring accurate and appropriate communication. • Support and coordinate institutional crisis communication strategies, including responses to situations involving intense media and public scrutiny. • Plan and disseminate internal and external communications to highlight institutional programs, accomplishments, and initiatives. • Write, edit, review, and oversee the distribution of institutional communication materials, including news releases, articles, speeches, and online content. • Coordinate and manage the preparation and publication of website and other digital communication content. • Guide and coordinate the work of the Public Relations team, as appropriate. • Perform other job-related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE: • Masters degree from a reputable foreign or local HEC-recognized university/institute. • Minimum of 12 years of professional experience with atleast 10 years of experience related to media relations, public relations, and institutional communications. • Strong knowledge of local and regional media, writing and presentation skills, ability to advise senior leadership on strategic and sensitive communication issues, press releases and media materials, handling media queries, and managing content across websites and social media channels. • Established media contacts and experience in a university or institutional setting will be an advantage. • Relaxation in academic qualifications may be considered for candidates holding at least a Bachelors degree from a reputable foreign or local university, provided they have substantial senior-level experience directly related to media relations, public relations, and institutional communications. KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES: • Strong understanding of public relations, journalism, media management, and institutional communications. • Established relationships with local and national media or the ability to develop such relationships. • Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and on-camera communication skills. • Ability to prepare executive-level communications for internal and external audiences. • Strong judgment and decision-making skills, particularly when handling sensitive and confidential matters. • Experience in crisis communication and media management. • Strong interpersonal, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills. • Leadership, team coordination, and planning capabilities. • Familiarity with website content management systems, digital media platforms, and online communication channels. Apply