Media Executive

Key Responsibilities for both print and e-media:

• Media Outreach:

• Regularly meet with editors, and media professionals from print and e-media.
• Build and maintain a media contact database with updated information.

• Media Coverage Coordination:

• Coordinate media presence and coverage for organizational events, projects impact or other major achievements.
• Follow up to ensure coverage is published.

• Content Support & Follow-Up:

• Work with the internal communications team to prepare press reports, press invites.
• Ensure key points, brand, and organizational goals are accurately reflected in the media coverage.

• Relationship Management:

• Develop long-term relationships with media personnel to ensure favorable positioning of the organization.
• Organise media visits to project sites, as required.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, English, Development Studies or a related field.
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Confidence in public speaking and presenting information.
• Ability to travel locally and work flexible hours when needed.

Preferred Experience:

• 1–3 years of experience in media relations, journalism.

• Award & Online

Key Responsibilities:

• Check & Identify Awards:

• Regularly search for relevant award opportunities (local, national, and international) aligned with the organization's mission, programs, and achievements.
• Maintain a database of recurring and one-time awards.

• Application Management:

• Understand the eligibility criteria and application requirements of each award.
• Draft compelling award applications, including narratives, documentation, data, case studies, and testimonials.
• Coordinate with internal teams to gather necessary information and evidence.

• Deadline Management:

• Track application timelines and ensure all deadlines are met.
• Maintain a calendar of award submissions, follow-ups, and result announcements.

• Reporting & Documentation:

• Archive all submitted applications for future reference.
• Prepare periodic reports on awards applied, won, or pending.

• Communication:

• Liaise with award organizers when needed to clarify application requirements.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders for approvals and reviews before submission.
• Strong written communication and storytelling skills.
• Excellent research and organizational abilities.