EXPECTATIONS AND TASKS
The successful candidate will play an active role in the planning and execution of external and internal communications activities across APJ. You will participate in the implementation of communication campaigns – including employee, executive, and partner communications, content creation, content conceptualisation and generation for traditional and social media channels, and in the process, gain insights to the global communications field of work in a fast-paced, multinational organisation.
Examples of your day-to-day responsibilities may include but not limited to the following:
- Creating and distributing content including media pitches, press releases, by-line articles, blogs, etc.
- Creating infographics, videos (filming and editing), internal announcements, social media posts, and executive briefing documents
- Taking the lead on our APJ ONE Newsletter, which is sent out monthly to all APJ employees. Activities may include content collation, creating newsletter layout, sending out the newsletter and updating relevant APJ SharePoint site
- Monitor competitors’ news, and flag issues and opportunities
- Assist with organising internal events including townhalls, coffee corners, and/or webinars
- Staffing internal and external communication events
- Assisting with reporting and documentation of media activities and coverage
- Coordinate regional guidance and reporting with local market unit (MU) communications leaders, from APJ Communications hub
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
We are looking for candidates who dare to challenge conventional wisdom, offer unique perspectives, and conceive innovative solutions to effectively bridge the communication gap with influential audiences.
- Currently pursuing a diploma, degree, or masters in: Digital Media, Mass Communications, Marketing, Computer Science, Political Science, Business, English Language/Literature, or related fields
- Strong oral and written English skills
- Critical thinker with attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Tech savvy self-starter with a proactive approach and keenness to learn and share
- Team player eager to partner with other colleagues and contribute to the team’s success
- Prior experience in communications, marketing, content editing, multi-media design or video production (filming and editing) will be an advantage