Head, Corporate Communications at WTS Energy

WTS Energy provides recruitment and manpower services for the global oil and gas and energy industries. We supply engineers and consultants to our clients' projects and operations, and perform employment outsourcing services such as workforce management in oil and gas regions around the world. WTS Energy operates globally with offices in 14 countries and is operational in over 50 countries.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head, Corporate Communications

Job ID: V-46922
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full time

Job Details

• Define and implement the overall internal & external communications strategy/program for the Company to support communication strategies, business plan & act as spokesperson for the CEO.
• Recommend editorial policies, ddevelop materials to support communications - local newsletters, employee publications, social media, internal communications portal (Intranet etc.) as well as facilitate local in-house events (project launches, roadshows, townhall meetings etc.)
• Liaise with the CEO’s office, HR, Finance, Commercial and Business Units/Undertakings, where appropriate, to communicate messages internally, as required.
• Manage professional networks and communications in order to foster best practices sharing as well as maintain positive relationships with media personnel/houses within and outside Nigeria.
• Ensure corporate identity is followed to achieve uniformity. Oversee the production, distribution and storage of corporate gifts, branded materials, messages and adverts
• Develop and manage media crisis plan by advising on communications solutions regarding messaging, crisis management and negative publicity, and briefing management on the same.
• Deliver full service offer to customers, support the business in attaining its commercial and market share objectives, and contribute to the development of growth platforms and key strategic projects
• Manage company’s brand plan, increase brand awareness, relevant differentiation, value accessibility, emotional connection, synergy and positively portray company at public engagements/forums.

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

• Master’s Degree or its equivalent in Communications, Marketing or any related discipline, preferably in the Social Sciences
• Minimum of 8 -10 years relevant experience with at least three (3) in a similar function and in a managerial role.
• Professional certification is an added advantage.

Knowledge / Skills:

• Knowledge of shipping and incoterms
• Knowledge of current global trends
• Market and vendor knowledge for contract management
• Sound knowledge of policies, procedures and guidelines for supply chain management
• Strong attention to details
• Very good knowledge of regulatory norms on taxation, duties, import policies,
• Knowledge of contract and commercial law
• Quality management skills
• Knowledge and application of IT systems in contracts management
• Exceptional Time Management skills
• Good negotiation and bargaining skills
• Effective Communication skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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