A COMMUNICATION OFFICER

Communications officer

A

 Person who coordinates the promotion of products, services and public image of an organization which may include the publication of news and press releases, brochures and related materials.

Alternative titles

1.      Communication coordinator

2.      Communication manager

3.      Information officer

4.      Media/ public relations manager

5.      Publicity officer

Tasks and duties

       I.            Develop communications objectives and plans

    II.            Identify users, and decide what to communicate to them and the best forms of communication to use

 III.            Arrange publicity for the organization through different  outlets

 IV.            Compose, edit, design, record, and produce publications such as newsletters, leaflet and brochures.

    V.            Write news releases, speeches and articles

 VI.            Edit and organize the publication of documents

VII.          Write and implement communication or promotional plans

VIII.        Keep staff and clients up to date with company news

 IX.            Provide the public with information when it is requested

    X.            Coordinates and approves the works of artists, photographers and printers, and monitors work in progress

 XI.            Assist in web development and technological enhancements

XII.            Negotiating rates and orders advertising for print and electronic media

Knowledge

Know about:

Ø  The organization you are working for, how business is done and what services are offered

Ø  How to use different media for different purposes

Ø  How to develop a communication plan

Ø  Design and printing methods