Communications Engagement Officer (L&D) - 6 months contract - Education Industry

Duration: 6 months

Location: 5 mins walk from Cityhall MRT

Job Duties:

• Engagement Strategy & Execution: Develop and execute engagement strategies to promote L&D initiatives, focusing on brand awareness, program visibility, and employee engagement.
• Media Relations: Build and maintain relationships with key media outlets, bloggers, and influencers to share news, case studies, and successes related to L&D programs.
• Content Creation & Distribution: Draft press releases, EDMs, articles, social media content, and other materials to highlight the impact and value of L&D programs.
• Event Management: Plan and coordinate events (virtual and in-person) that showcase the company’s L&D efforts, such as webinars, conferences, workshops, and speaking engagements.
• Brand Advocacy: Position L&D leaders and employees as thought leaders by securing speaking opportunities, awards nominations, and media features.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with executives, learning program managers, and employees to gather feedback, develop success stories, and foster positive relationships that reinforce the company’s L&D vision.
• Reporting & Analytics: Track and report on Public Relations activities and engagement metrics to assess the success of campaigns and refine strategies for future initiatives.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
• 2+ years of preferred experience in public relations, preferably with exposure to learning & development, education, or corporate communications.
• Proven ability to create and execute successful Public Relations campaigns with measurable results.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex topics into clear, compelling content.
• Experience managing relationships with media, influencers, and internal stakeholders.
• Creative, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of current Public Relations tools and trends, including social media platforms and media outreach techniques.
• Experience in corporate learning and development or organizational change communications.
• Familiarity with media relations within the HR, education, or corporate training space.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess the effectiveness of campaigns.