Manager / Assistant Manager, Corporate Communications (Media & Publications)

Job Description

As the Manager / Assistant Manager of the Corporate Communications department, you will drive and develop communications initiatives with a focus on media management and publications to strengthen the Hospital’s corporate positioning and increase mindshare. You will be part of the crisis management team.

Duties on media and publication planning and execution include but are not limited to the following:

• Develop effective strategies to enhance the Hospital’s positioning through media and publications
• Drive, develop and execute media plans, working with both internal and external stakeholders to convey narratives and key messages. This includes active pitching to media and publications, fostering excellent media relations, preparation of materials including speeches, talking points, news releases, and videos, management of media visits and media conferences/briefings, facilitation of interviews and management of media queries.
• Drive and manage the publication process from editorial planning, interviewing, writing, photo-taking to proofreading and production of the Hospital’s publications, working closely with internal and external stakeholders to develop engaging and educational content to expand the reach of the publications.
• Package and adapt content across various communications assets such as website and social media, and other platforms for increased mindshare and reach
• Manage issues and crisis communications
• Carry out media monitoring and measurement, and online media management
• Keep abreast of best practices in the media and publishing industry, and refresh media and publication processes and procedures as required
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Degree preferably in Mass Communications, Public Relations or Journalism
• Minimum 6 years of relevant work experience. Those with more years of experience will be considered for the Manager’s role. Relevant experience in the healthcare industry will be an advantage
• An engaging storyteller with excellent written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills, and a nose for news.
• Effectively bilingual
• Excellent knowledge of the media and publication process, media channels and integrated communications. Knowledge of digital platforms is a bonus.
• Highly driven, analytical, resourceful and meticulous
• Able to work independently and efficiently in a dynamic and fast-paced environment to meet tight timelines, but also a team player with a positive attitude
• Candidate must be fully vaccinated with Covid-19 vaccinations

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.