Our client is a well-established premier private members club with a membership of about 3500.
The Club which was established in 1906 is the leading sports Club not only in Kenya but also in the East and Central Africa region.
As a part of our major expansion programme, we wish to recruit a highly competent and proactive key staff to fill in the following positions
Corporate Brand & PR / Communications Executive
Responsible for implementing Corporate Communication, and PR strategies as set by head of department.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Implementation of communication strategies.
- Promote all the clubs banqueting functions and outside catering.
- To assist in the development of good internal and external communications.
- Ensure a high level of customer service, handle complaints and bring them to the attention of the relevant departmental head.
- To source gift items for the various club functions: going out to obtain samples and to check quality and prices, and to liaise with the Purchasing/Procurement Manager on their procurement
- To handle queries on branding opportunities at the club, both indoor and outdoor and advice on correct pricing for billboards on the premises.
- To coordinate successful and timely release of newsletters and other internal communications and to work with the relevant departments as appropriate under the guidance of the HR manager.
- Sell advertising space for the bi-annual newsletter.
- Liaise with the media to ensure adequate media coverage for the PSC events.
- Attend Editorial board and Marketing Subcommittee meetings and deputise for the secretary
- Co-ordinate logistics for all club functions such as golf tournaments.
Key Accountabilities:
- Timely release of newsletters with adequate advertising revenue
- Smooth running of specific events and functions
- Effective promotion of all club functions and services
Knowledge and Skills:
- B.Com in Marketing OR equivalent University qualification /advanced Diploma in marketing Communication or PR and relevant experience.
- Minimum of three years in Corporate Communication and PR and branding preferably in hotel industry
- Proven knowledge and experience in organizing PR events and functions
Person Specifications:
- Well developed PR and communication skills at all staff and community levels
- Excellent customer service skills
- Sharp knowledge of market trends
- Good public image and personality
Applicants should forward their applications enclosing detailed CV’s stating their previous and expected gross pay and copies of relevant certificates by e-mail to BlumeAfrica @gmail.com.
Only successful candidates will be contacted.