The International Academy – Amman Hiring for Public Relations (PR) Manager at Amman, Jordan Full Time

The Public Relations (PR) manager main role is to build positive relations between IAA and its local community through events, marketing and promotion. These are to be organized, developed and monitored professionally and efficiently to maintain a positive image.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise events, fairs, graduations, conferences, etc.
• Review website for content, inclusions and language and monitor, on a daily basis, IAA’s social media accounts.
• Liaise with Heads and graphic designers to update Student Handbooks and school publications.
• Liaise with external publishers to ensure that deadlines can be met.
• Liaise with the HR department for a smooth teacher induction and orientation.
• Ensure articles are consistently ready for weekly newsletters.
• Engage with local media to provide them with articles and photos for publications and for media coverage purposes.
• Coordinate events – including protocols for school visitors, catering, gifts, advertising etc. and ensure that all arrangements are completed by the PR/Events and/or designated point of contacts.
• Ensure school field trips are organized in a timely and professional manner in coordination with teachers, Heads, and delegation to and working with Logistics Officer
• Plan and organize Graduations – including invitations, diplomas, venue etc. and liaise with the IB Coordinator and Heads.
• Liaise with press agents and public relations departments of institutions IAA is affiliated with.
• Liaise with designated teachers responsible for curriculum and facilitating events such as MUN and field trips.
• Organize school-based PR and/or social activities/events including guest lists, invitations and catering.
• Support the implementation of promotional plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Public Relations and/or Marketing
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an international setting and within an international school
• Professional attitude and appearance
• Fluent written & spoken Arabic and English
• Strong analytical skills to understand key business indicators and competitive trends and develop approaches accordingly.
• Strong problem-solving skills and strong knowledge of social media is preferred.
• Strong inter-personnel skills and the ability to relate to and empathize with people from many different cultures and a wide audience.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills: the ability to prioritize, manage busy operations and keep the Director and/or Curriculum Coordinator informed of daily activities.
• Discretion and an appreciation of the high level of confidentiality that is required in the position.
• The ability to address and work through concerns or problems for any special projects or important events.