Public Relations Officer

About the role

A non-profit organization that brings together professionals, students and amateur scientists from across Liberia to promote astronomy and related sciences is hiring a full-time, on-site Public Relations Officer in Monrovia. The role manages the organization's public image, builds relationships with media outlets and promotes astronomy and related sciences to the public.

Key responsibilities

• Draft and distribute press releases and coordinate interviews and media briefings
• Respond to media inquiries
• Develop and implement communication strategies and maintain social media and other communication channels
• Support events, outreach programs and campaigns
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging and support stakeholder engagement with students, educators, scientists and community partners

Required profile

• Skills in public relations and media relations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with community outreach, event promotion and social media management is beneficial
• Relevant education in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or a related field is preferred
• An interest in astronomy, science education or STEM outreach is an advantage

Required skills

• Press releases and strategic communications
• Ability to work collaboratively on-site in Monrovia, manage multiple projects and maintain attention to detail