JOB SUMMARY :
- Assist the Corporate Communications Manager and other team members in the planning, execution and delivery of internal and external communication strategies for the Medine Group and its business units.
- Lead the creation and sign off of all associated collaterals, including but not limited to content for Advertising, PR, Branding, Digital, and Events.
- Assist in the organisation of various events.
- Manage the admin needs of the Communications team.
- Provide support to other members of the Communications team and step in to perform their duties when required.
Operational Excellence :
- Work closely with the Communications Manager and other members of the Communications team in the execution of communications plans and campaigns to support short and long-term business objectives.
- Fully manage the Intranet: work with graphic designers, update content regularly, ensure latest news posted in timely manner. Create content where applicable for the intranet.
- Assist in liaising with concerned parties for the production of all internal and external communications, publications and materials
Internal and External Communications :
- Work closely with the Human Capital team to prepare adequate communication materials for employees.
- Advise on communication types required for different internal audiences.
- Assist in planning and coordinating internal events.
- Provide assistance to BU’s for all internal communications within the BU.
- Responsible for all communications related to the Fondation Medine Horizon (internal and external)
- Responsible for all communications related to Sustainability (internal and external).
Event Management :
- Contribute to the planning and logistics of events for Medine Group.
- Ensure that all elements are properly booked, organized, and accounted for.
- Select, negotiate and procure the services of vendors such as caterers, decorators, entertainers etc. and coordinate with vendors to prepare contracts according to group financial procedures.
- Be present during events to monitor them and make sure that they run smoothly.
Administration :
- Assist in the management of budget and track spending in relation to the budgets agreed for the communications department.
- Prepare payments of claims, requisitions, purchase orders and other accounting / financial duties.
- Ensure timely issue of PO’s and closely follow up on payments to suppliers.
- Negotiate with suppliers for better pricing at all times.
- Work closely with finance to ensure that financial information for each activity related to the department is accurate and up to date.
Any other cognate duties as may be necessary in the circumstances and/or required by the employer.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Minimum education requirements :
2-4 years of experience in marketing, communications or advertising.
Minimum experience requirements :
A degree in marketing, communications, advertising or a related field.
Administration :
- Excellent written and verbal skills in both English and French.
- Strong project coordination skills and ability to manage multiple internal stakeholders.
- Good understanding of advertising processes, media planning, and production workflows..
- Flexible, collaborative, and solutions-oriented mindset.
Closing date: 19th sept