Group Marketing & Communications Manager

Responsibilities:

Lead the marketing and communication activities across the group:

• Create and propose the marketing and communications strategy for the group
• Manage the group marketing and communication resources.
• Provide business direction to the marketing managers of group divisions
• Create and manage an integrated marketing and integrated communications budget across the group.
• Ensure marketing processes compliance by all marketing staff.
• Interlock with current and new vendors for the sourcing and proper execution of Market Development Funds (MDF) programs.
• Develop effective corporate communication strategies
• Build and strengthen relationships with key media in Cyprus and other countries of Logicom presence
• Perform “damage control” in cases of bad publicity
• Provision of detailed media activity reports.
• Liaise with media and handle requests for interviews, statements etc.
• Facilitate the resolution of disputes with the public
• Draft content (e.g. press releases) for mass media or company website and other digital/social media
• Organize initiatives and plan events or press conferences
• Collaborate with marketing professionals for the creation of advertisements or articles
• Assist in communication of strategies or messages from senior leadership
• Perform any other duties as assigned by management

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, journalism, public relations, law or relevant field.
• Master’s degree in a related field will be considered an advantage.
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of marketing communication practices and techniques.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to multitask and work well under pressure.
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.