Summary
Date Posted: Monday, August 07 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Main Purpose of the Job
• To build and maintain a positive corporate image of the Agency. The job holder will be responsible for planning publicity strategies and campaigns; writing and producing presentations and press releases; dealing with enquiries from the public, the press, and related organisations; updating of the Agency’s website and attending to promotional events such as press conferences, open days, exhibitions and visits.

Accountabilities/Responsibilities
• Develop public campaign and media strategies.
• Collaborate with internal teams and maintain open communication with Senior Management.
• Edit and update promotional materials and publications (brochures, videos, social media posts).
• Create and regularly update the Agency’s website and other media platforms.
• Work closely with the IT unit.
• Prepare and distribute press releases.
• Organise public relations events (e.g. open day, press conferences) and serve as the Agency’s spokesperson.
• Attend to inquiries from the media and other stakeholders.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
• Carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

Qualifications/Experience
• Grade 12 or GCE certificate
• Degree in Public Relations, Communication or Related fields
• 2 years’ work experience
• Experience in rehabilitation will be an added advantage
• Valid Membership with the Zambia Institute of Public Relations and Communication (ZIPRC)

Other Skills and Attributes
• Conversant with Public Relations Regulations and ethics
• Integrity and confidentiality
• Good interpersonal skills
• Excellent Communication Skills.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree

Job application procedure
• The successful applicant will be required to take up the appointment immediately. Women and Persons with Disabilities who meet the essential criteria are encouraged to apply.
• Signed applications together with certified copies of relevant qualifications, curriculum vitae with three traceable referees and a day time contact number should be submitted by Tuesday 8th August, 2023 to the undersigned as one PDF document;
• The Director General,
• Zambia Agency for Persons with Disabilities
• Plot No.488a/7B
• P.O. Box 50073
• Leopards Hill Road
• LUSAKA.
• Or Email: hrzapd@gmail.com  and Head.Office@zapd.org.zm 

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