Responsibilities
- To successfully be able to handle accounts, build strong client relationships, and manage client requirements at all times
- To work closely with Account Managers and support them on their requirements for their clients
- Measure and produce reports on PR KPIs and each PR campaign
- To be creative and actively participate in the formation of new ideas and strategies to better serve clients
- Write press releases, news stories, articles, case studies and product pieces
- Arrange interviews and editorial meetings with key journalists for clients' spokespeople in collaboration with MR - in person or over the phone - and facilitate these meetings where appropriate
- Monitor media coverage and report results to the wider team and clients
- Attend client events and industry conferences
- Take correct decisions internally and externally that have a right impact on our standards
- Complete awareness of media representatives and ability to distribute client's press releases, features, articles to the media
- Input for 360 comms and have an input for organizational works and flagships
- Work collaboratively with team members and build strong relations with other departments to obtain knowledge of the clients' requirements
Requirements
- Degree in marketing, communications, journalism or relevant field
- Prior experience working in a PR agency, press office or fast-paced media environment is preferable
- Event planning experience
- High levels of communication - both presentation, verbal and written skills (Arabic and English)
- Need to have excellent project/program management, work planning, personal organization, and time management skills. With the ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects whilst making use of internal and external resources
- Great PR & Communication industry knowledge and experience in building influential networks
Benefits
We are NNC! A family of over 60 committed creatives, all honed in on delivering excellence for our clients and partners. We built a reputation for dynamic, effective campaigns that connect our clients with their audiences.
We communicate, we strategize, we improve - but most importantly, we do it together!
We are looking for Jnr. PR Executive if you fit the below, please apply!
What we offer:
- A competitive salary that values your expertise
- Rewards and recognition for your achievements
- Flexible working hours, including one designated work-from-home day per week
- An overtime policy that respects your time
- Menstrual leave, supporting your well-being
- An agile work environment with cross-functional teams
- A diverse group of colleagues from over 16 nationalities
At NNC, we don't just offer a job; we offer a place where your contributions truly matter. Join us, and let's redefine excellence—together, every day.
Selection process
Depending on the competence and the position you are interviewing for, the hiring process can include these steps:
- We'll give you a quick call as an initial screening within 7 working days from the day you apply, if your application is shortlisted
- Next is either a virtual or physical interview to get to know you better
- If the interview goes well, we'll send you a position-specific assessment
- If we like it, you'll receive a job offer within a few days