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SeaOwl Group, established in 2008 and headquartered in Levallois-Perret, France, is a private company specializing in outsourcing services and technology-based solutions for the maritime, defense, and energy sectors. With a mission to deliver innovative and efficient services, SeaOwl has built a reputation for excellence in technical assistance, project management, facility and ship management, and the development of remotely operated marine drones and vessels . The company's work culture emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and professional growth, offering employees opportunities to engage in cutting-edge projects across its global operations. SeaOwl provides diverse job opportunities with flexible work arrangements, catering to a wide range of professionals in the maritime and energy industries.
Since its inception, the company has evolved by acquiring multiple international firms, including Sofresud in 2019, enhancing its capabilities in naval defense . SeaOwl's innovative business model focuses on integrating advanced technologies, such as autonomous vessels, to meet the evolving needs of its clients. With a workforce of approximately 1,300 employees, the company operates globally, serving clients in various regions. Guided by core values of integrity, excellence, and adaptability, SeaOwl is committed to corporate social responsibility, emphasizing sustainable practices and contributing to the advancement of the maritime industry. For more information, visit their official website at www.seaowlgroup.com.
Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
Senior Public Relations Officer job at Seaowl
Seaowl
The Senior Public Relations Officer (North Nile) is entrusted with the task of managing and enhancing the public image of the Company in the North Nile Region under the supervision of the PR Coordinator. This position entails the implementation of comprehensive communication strategies, active engagement with the media, and the fostering of relationships with key stakeholders in the region.
Communication Strategies:
Collaborate with the Public Relations Coordinator to develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies that effectively promote the Company's initiatives and the Tilenga Project's community programs and events.
Stakeholder Communications:
Ensure messaging is consistent across all communication channels and tailored to the specific audiences within the region.
Media Relations:
Build and maintain strong relationships with local media outlets.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Foster and maintain positive relationships with community leaders, local government officials, businesses, and other key stakeholders.
Public Affairs:
Monitor and analyze public policy issues that affect the community and advocate for the Company's initiatives to local government authorities.
Event Management:
Plan and coordinate company events, public meetings, and outreach activities to engage with the community.
Crisis Management:
Implement crisis communication and issue management plans.
Work closely with Community Liaison Officers to maintain goodwill and support from local communities within the project area.
Respond to inquiries from stakeholders, including media, local leaders, and key influencers, ensuring timely feedback is provided.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Promote and increase the visibility of company activities, policies and initiatives in the region (prepare press releases, coordinate press engagements, events and respond to media inquiries in a timely manner.)
• Establish and maintain strong working relations with the key influencers, local leaders and authorities within the region.
• Writing regional press releases (local language), representing the company at radio, television and community talk-shows, update and maintain a database of media contacts, manage media engagements in the region, organizing radio talk shows, etc
• Work closely with the Community Liaison Officers and Touriism liaison officers to foster community relations through events such as, meetings, open days and through involvement in community initiatives, in relation with the community liaison officers, tourism liaison officers
• Lead the organizing and coordinating external stakeholder field visits within the North Nile Tilenga Project activity area.
• Ensure that events are well-organized and effectively communicate the community's message.
• Act as the primary point of contact for media during a crisis and ensure the timely and accurate dissemination of information.
• Monitoring and analyzing local media coverage and community sentiments about Company and project activities.
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COMMERCIAL
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INDUSTRIAL
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RESIDENTIAL
Qualification:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations, Communications, Public Affairs, or a related field is required.
Experience:
• A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in public relations, public affairs, or a related field, preferably in the North Nile Region.
• Comprehensive understanding of the oil and gas sector, government operations, media and civil society.
• Possesses an in-depth understanding of the local issues within the Albertine Graben, with a particular focus on the Acholi and West Nile regions.
• Fluency in English and Alur/Acholi languages (writing and speaking).
• Maintains evidence of active / ongoing relationships with the media, local authorities, including cultural, religious, and opinion leaders.
• In-depth knowledge of local government and council procedures and mandates with the ability to analyze the external political environment and developments, providing strategic advice to management.
• Proven experience in media relations, including writing for the media and a keen interest in current affairs and news coverage.
• Proactive, with proven social/networking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Photoshop, SharePoint, and PowerPoint.
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