Central University College, an accredited christian university invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the position of:- Head Of Public Relations Unit

Main Duties / Responsibilities

Reporting to the chancellor, the Head Of Public Relationship performs the following duties;

• Designs and disseminates communication messages to enhance the corporate image of the university
• Collates and coordinates the preparation of the University's Annual Reports. Serves as the editor of the university's news magazines
• Undertake general public relations, media liaison activities (including press releases, writing media enquiries, press contact, media event management.
• Develops Public Relationship and communication strategies for the university, participates in the planning, implementation and coordination of core ceremonies of graduation, matriculation, special project / events.
• Budgetary preparation and management
• Facilitates community relations such as serving on and providing communication for the SCSP (Student and community services project)
• Coordinates all media related activities such as advertising and all other forms of promotion

Qualification Required & Experience

• A good first degree in Journalism and a post graduate qualification in journalism or Mass communication from a recognised University with a minimum of 5 - 10 years relevant experience in a higher education setting is required.
• At least 2 - 3 years of leadership experience in at least one of the following areas is required; planning and coordinating University events, community relations, conference planning, and / or public relations.
• Must be a member in good standing of the Ghana Institute Of Public Relations Practitioners

Skills / Competency

• Ability to demonstrate strong organisation skills
• Capable of maintaining internal and external linkages with multiple stakeholders
• Must be details oriented and capable of working in a fast-paced collaborative environment
• Must be be assertive, competent and confident in networking with all levels of workers including high profile executives
• Ability to organise and coordinate multiple activities, programmes and projects, track activities and meet deadlines.

How To Apply For The Job

Interested persons with the requisite qualification(s) and related work experience should obtain employment application forms either by down loading from:- www.central.edu.gh

Or from the office of the Director, Human Resource Directorate,

Mistso Campus or call:- 0302-935689 , 0289-546164/5 for further enquiries

Closing Date: 21 February 2013