Public affairs director

Develops, manages and directs public affairs and corporate communications activities within an organisation. As a member of senior management, works with a company’s top executives to create a public affairs strategy and supervises staff to ensure implementation of initiatives. Develops relationships with senior media contacts and may serve as chief spokes person for the firm. Oversees development of external publications including annual reports, press releases, financial announcements, executive speeches and corporate news letters. Also responsible for crisis and issues management and plays a senior role in reacting to external public affairs that effect the organisation’s profile. Requires at least seven years of public affairs experience and excellent written and verbal communications skills. Journalism and/or agency background an advantage.