Junior Public Relations Executive

Project Management Institute; Sharjah; Hybrid; AED 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Junior PR Executive to join their dynamic team. This role involves building strong client relationships, managing PR campaigns, and producing engaging content. You will collaborate with Account Managers and contribute to creative strategies that enhance client visibility. With a focus on communication and project management, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment while enjoying flexible working hours and a supportive team culture. If you are passionate about PR and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Work-from-home Day

Menstrual Leave

Overtime Policy

Rewards and Recognition

Qualifications

• Degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or a relevant field.
• Prior experience in a PR agency or fast-paced media environment is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Build strong client relationships and manage client requirements.
• Write press releases, news stories, and articles for clients.
• Monitor media coverage and report results to clients.

Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Event Planning

Public Relations

Creativity

Education

Degree in Marketing

Degree in Communications

Degree in Journalism

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• To successfully handle accounts, build strong client relationships, and manage client requirements at all times.
• To work closely with Account Managers and support them on their requirements for their clients.
• Measure and produce reports on PR KPIs and each PR campaign.
• Be creative and actively participate in the formation of new ideas and strategies to better serve clients.
• Write press releases, news stories, articles, case studies, and product pieces.
• Arrange interviews and editorial meetings with key journalists for clients' spokespeople in collaboration with MR, either in person or over the phone, and facilitate these meetings where appropriate.
• Monitor media coverage and report results to the wider team and clients.
• Attend client events and industry conferences.
• Make correct decisions internally and externally that positively impact our standards.
• Have complete awareness of media representatives and the ability to distribute clients' press releases, features, and articles to the media.
• Provide input for 360 comms and organizational works and flagships.
• Work collaboratively with team members and build strong relations with other departments to understand the clients' requirements.

Requirements

• Degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or a relevant field.
• Prior experience working in a PR agency, press office, or fast-paced media environment is preferable.
• Event planning experience.
• High levels of communication skills - both presentation, verbal, and written (Arabic and English).
• Excellent project/program management, work planning, personal organization, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects while utilizing internal and external resources.
• Great PR & Communication industry knowledge and experience in building influential networks.

Benefits

We are NNC! A family of over 60 committed creatives, all focused on delivering excellence for our clients and partners. We have built a reputation for dynamic, effective campaigns that connect our clients with their audiences.

We communicate, we strategize, we improve - but most importantly, we do it together!

We are looking for a Junior PR Executive. If you fit the below, please apply!

What we offer:

• A competitive salary that values your expertise.
• Rewards and recognition for your achievements.
• Flexible working hours, including one designated work-from-home day per week.
• An overtime policy that respects your time.
• Menstrual leave, supporting your well-being.
• An agile work environment with cross-functional teams.
• A diverse group of colleagues from over 16 nationalities.

At NNC, we don't just offer a job; we offer a place where your contributions truly matter. Join us, and let's redefine excellence—together, every day.

Selection Process

Depending on the competence and the position you are interviewing for, the hiring process can include these steps:

• We'll give you a quick call as an initial screening within 7 working days from the day you apply if your application is shortlisted.
• Next is either a virtual or physical interview to get to know you better.
• If the interview goes well, we'll send you a position-specific assessment.
• If we like it, you'll receive a job offer within a few days.